Accommodations in Ymir
- Ymir Palace Inn - This charming Country Inn with views of the Selkirk Mountains was built in 1896. Recently restored with modern luxuries, boasting self contained suites, featuring rock river showers and 7 large cozy bedrooms. It is a gateway to world class skiing, hiking and all outdoor adventure.
- The Cherry Street Retreat - Situated in the wild and unique town of Ymir, just 20 minutes from Nelson, the well-appointed cabin provides luxury and comfort in a very quiet setting. They are 15 minutes from Whitewater turn off and 45 minutes from Red Mountain for skiiers. Ymir itself is a charming little town, surrounded by nature, endless hiking trails and steeped history.
- The Ymir Hotel & Saloon - The Ymir Hotel & Saloon is nestled between the Purcell and Selkirk Mountains along the Salmo River. Hike, cross-country ski and snowmobile right out the front door. Fourteen newly renovated rooms, ski lockers, laundry, common room and pub with great homemade food. Twenty minutes from Whitewater Ski Resort.
- The Ymir Campground - Camp for free at the Ymir Campground, right on the main street across from the Ymir Fire Department.
Ymir Businesses
- Underground Arts Railroad - A great website based out of Ymir that promotes Canadian musicians and venues.They also present great Canadian music at the Ymir School house.
- Wild Mountain Herbs - At Wild Mountain Herbs and the Medicinal Plants of British Columbia you will find Wildcrafted Herbs for sale from the forests of the West Kootenays in southern BC, Canada.
- Homestead BullHunde - Breading Bulldogs in Ymir - Nestled in the mountains of Beautiful British Columbia, Canada; Julie Spooner raises Olde English Bulldogges and Alternative Old Style Bulldogs.
- Essensia Spa - While traveling Canada, Escape to Essensia Spa...a short drive from Nelson and leave the stress of the city behind! Relax for an hour or indulge for a day. Breathe in the mountain air…a relaxing aroma greets you as you enter the spa.
Recreation in the Region
- Kootenay Mountain Adventures - KMA offers spectacular backcountry snowmobile tours in British Columbia, Canada. The specialize in friendly, small group snowmobile tours. A world class experience in Ymir, BC, south of Revelstoke. Marvel at the majestic southern Selkirk Mountains, as your mountain sled takes you to places you've never seen, or imagined.
- Ymir Whirl Discgolf - Ymir Whirl Discgolf offers fun for the entire family. Disc Golf is the most up and coming sport in North America. Members of the Ymir Whirl Disc Golf Course welcome all to try and will guide you through the course and show you the basics of the game. Everyone can play disc golf and you'll find toddlers to pensioners on the course. All the game requires is an ability to throw a disc, similar to a frisbee towards a target.
- Snowmobile-Canada - Features Ymir British Columbia. Of course anyone who has been in Ymir during the winter knows that it is the heart of snowmobile country!
- Whitewater Ski Resort - 20 minutes North of Ymir.
- Red Mountain Ski Resort - 1 hour West of Ymir.
- Salmo Ski Hill - 15 minutes South of Ymir.
- Paragliding Guided Tours - Contact: Belinda, Ph: 250 357 2466, Location: Ymir.
Ymir Related Links
- Here are some maps on how to get to Ymir.
- Ymir Arts and Museum Society (YAMS) - The Ymir Arts and Museum Society is dedicated the promotion of Arts and Culture in Ymir and to the preservation and maintenance of the Ymir Schoolhouse as a venue for community oriented Arts and Cultural events.
- Hiking Grannies - The Hiking Grannies are a group of women in the Ymir and Nelson area who have been hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, and enjoying the great outdoors and each other since the early 90's.
- Charla Beaulieu's Site - Charla is the one who created this Web site for Ymir British Columbia. She teaches Web Design and Development courses in the Digital Arts & New Media Program at Selkirk College. If you are looking for Charla's old high school courses from when she used to teach at Salmo Secondary, you can find them all at highschool247.com.