Public Service Announcement: Due to an unprecedented amount of blowdown along the West Ridge Trail on Mt. Thompson, the trail is temporarily closed while our crews assess and remove a significant number of fallen trees. Recent trail inspections revealed extensive wind damage, creating hazardous conditions for hikers. While we know this trail is a popular destination for many residents and visitors, public safety is our highest priority. This temporary closure is strictly f

Trail Update: The Thompson Rotary Trail has reopened, we will be working on the West Ridge Trail this week, and happy to share other Creston Community Forest trails are currently open for public use.

Our Quarterly Newsletter is available to read with link below. Innovation, generations, education and community partnerships continue to shape the work of the Creston Community Forest. This month's newsletter highlights how forest management is evolving through exciting projects like the Fire for Healthy Soils initiative, where wood waste from wildfire risk reduction is being transformed into biochar with the potential to benefit both our forests and Creston valley farms.

We know this trail is a favourite destination for many residents and visitors, and we appreciate your patience as we work to make it safe again. This closure is strictly for public safety and is not intended to limit access to the outdoors. In the meantime, we encourage trail users to explore other Community Forest trails and the many excellent hiking opportunities available throughout the Creston Valley.

Spring hiking reminder: Creston Community Forest Trail Etiquette 1. Dirtbikes and Quads are not permitted on any Community Forest Trails designated as non-motorized. 2. Important Notice: No Motorcycles Allowed on the Pack Trail To protect the safety of all trail users, motorcycles are not permitted on the Pack Trail. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our trails safe and enjoyable for everyone. 3. Leash Up! Dogs Must Be on Their Leash A friendly reminder to all dog own

We are preparing our trails throughout April. Our crews will be out maintaining the listed trails over the coming weeks, clearing debris, updating trail-head kiosks, checking signage, and ensuring the routes are safe and enjoyable for the community. There’s no better way to experience the natural beauty of the Creston Valley than from one of its many hiking trails. Wander through quiet forest stands, listen to birds chirping, cross freshwater creeks, and take in sweeping vall

The Creston Community Forest, in partnership with the Tilted Brick Gallery, invites artists across the Kootenays to submit work for “Healing Forests: in honour of what forests give us,” a juried exhibition opening in September 2026. We are excited to support BC artists by offering three monetary prizes and partnering with our local Tilted Brick Gallery as well as tying in the Opening Night of the exhibit (Friday, September 18th) as the official kick-off to the National Forest

Our Creston Community Forest trail system is 'closed' but able to use at your own discretion during the winter season, please note that trails are not actively maintained until late March or early April. If you have urgent safety concerns, please contact the Creston Community Forest by our office phone number: 250 402 0070, not through the Trails for Creston Valley.

The Creston Community Forest (CCF) recently upgraded several signs along its hiking trails and viewpoints. It is through community initiatives and community members that make helpful projects like this come to light. We would like to acknowledge and share our gratitude for the participating organizations and people listed below.

We were thrilled to host a community focused nature walk along the historic Thompson Pack Trail in Creston where other local organizations came together in support. The event was a success and brought together a group of community members for an engaging journey through diverse ecosystems, from Douglas-fir forests to lush cedar-hemlock stands, and connected everyone with the living history of the trail. The trail led us to the Sullivan Creek bridge (group photo),

We wanted to share a spectacular moment that Erich, Creston Community Forest’s TFT, captured while hiking Gliders' Point Trail. Mountain goats aren't often seen at this elevation, and what made this view even more remarkable is with Goat Mountain perfectly framed in the background.