Castlegar travel guide
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You're Going to Love Castlegar
With a population of 8,715, Castlegar is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Castlegar deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Castlegar
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Nineteenth (1602 Aaron Rd) and Element Club Bar Grill (292 Columbia Avenue) are great picks.
When to visit Castlegar
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Castlegar in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Castlegar, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.
How to Get to Castlegar
Plane
When flying to Castlegar, you’ll arrive at Castlegar (YCG), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Castlegar from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 4h 21m.
Car
Another option to get to Castlegar is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 200 miles from Castlegar. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Calgary.
Airlines serving Castlegar
Where to stay in Castlegar
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sandman Hotel Castlegar and Chameleon Hotel.