Arrow Lakes and the Slocan Valley
Arrow Lakes and Slocan Valley are two distinct areas that form a single regional destination – Arrow Slocan. Together, they create a geographically and culturally diverse experience to appeal to a wide range of visitors. Located in the West Kootenay, the region starts on upper Arrow Lake at Edgewood, covering over to Nakusp, north to Halcyon, and south down the Slocan Valley to Playmor junction.
Featured waterways in Arrow Lakes & Slocan Valley
Here are some of the area’s best bodies of water to dip into.
Meet the specialists Arrow Lakes & Slocan Valley
From guides and instructors to marina owners and sales reps, here are the people who will ensure you’re not sent up the creek without a, well, you know.
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Endless Adventure
Endless Adventures offers a variety of different watersports options for everyone to try out.
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Endless Adventures offers a variety of different watersports options for everyone to try out.
Learn MoreEndless Adventure
Endless Adventures offers a variety of different watersports options for everyone to try out.
Learn MoreSmiling Otter
Experience nature’s tranquility in Slocan BC with canoe, kayak & SUP rentals since 1998.
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Explore over 450 brands and find great deals on paddlesports gear. Shop now!
Learn MoreWet Willy’s Paddleboard and Kayak Rental
We have a variety of blow up paddle boards, hard paddle boards and kayaks. We are open most sunny/nice days throughout the summer.
Learn MoreWet Willy’s Paddleboard and Kayak Rental
We have a variety of blow up paddle boards, hard paddle boards and kayaks. We are open most sunny/nice days throughout the summer.
Learn MoreRoad Trips in Arrow Lakes & Slocan Valley
Oar-ganize Your Year
Whatever type of paddling you prefer, here are the events you’ll want to take part in around the community.

These waters are calm, make a splash by submitting your event, or check out our full events calendar.