Kootenay Pass (BC-3) - Creston-Salmo Highway
The highest paved mountain highway pass in British Columbia (5,820 ft) across the Selkirk Mountains. Incredible hairpin engineering, avalanche sheds, Bridal Lake at the summit, and sweeping views of the Kootenay wilderness.
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The undisputed epicenter of motorcycle culture in the eastern United States, sitting at Mile 0 of the Tail of the Dragon (US-129). An electric, adrenaline-fueled carnival of sportbikes, adventure tourers, and interstate cruisers. Smells of warm tire rubber, two-stroke exhaust, and hickory smoke.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many curves and miles is Kootenay Pass (BC-3) - Creston-Salmo Highway? ▼
Kootenay Pass (BC-3) - Creston-Salmo Highway spans 50 miles and packs approximately 210 curves (4.2 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 1,980 ft - 5,820 ft and technical rating 8/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Salmo, BC (Latitude 49.197, Longitude -117.2798) and finishes at Creston, BC (Latitude 49.0955, Longitude -116.5135).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
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