Whether you're just visiting Revelstoke or here for the long haul, choosing more environmentally friendly transportation options will help us keep those powder-filled winter days we love. 

Revelstoke is a bike-friendly city. Our motorists are used to making room for cyclists, and there are a number of greenways and designated bike routes throughout the city. Most of our accommodators are well equipped to accommodate cyclists. There are a number of bike racks throughout the city, and a bike repair station located right downtown next to the Telus building. If you need to rent a bike while you’re here, Tantrum Ride Company, and Wandering Wheels offer bikes equipped for riding in and around town (or on the trails). 

Downtown Revelstoke is small and walkable. If you're staying in a central location, your own two feet should be plenty to get you out and about. It takes about ten minutes to walk from one end of downtown to the other. Revelstoke is one of only a handful of places where you can walk from downtown to a National Park! 

Getting to Revelstoke by bus is easy; there are services from Calgary, Vancouver, and Kelowna. When you arrive, BC Transit can take you all around town and even all the way up to Revelstoke Mountain Resort! 

If you're flying in from elsewhere, consider renting an electric vehicle to get to Revelstoke. From Kelowna, it's possible to get to Revelstoke on a single charge. There are a number of charging stations for your electric vehicle in Revelstoke including the Best Western Plus, the Revelstoke Visitor Information Centre, Save On Foods, and the Revelstoke Railway Museum. Check out Plugshare or download the BC Hydro EV app for a map of all charging stations. We have several public charging options – fast chargers, Tesla Superchargers and Level 2s. 

Exploring our beautiful neck of the woods from a home on wheels is becoming increasingly popular, and with good reason. The freedom of an extended road trip is a great way to explore. While you're visiting Revelstoke with your van or RV, we encourage you to follow some simple rules to maximize your adventure while mitigating any potential negative impacts. Practicing responsible #VanLife is about more than just ensuring that you don't litter; it's about becoming part of our community while you visit. 

It's important that before hitting the road you understand the rules for where you can park up for the night. We recommend taking advantage of our provincial recreation sites while you're in Revelstoke. They are well-equipped, inexpensive, and will give you a great wilderness experience. If you plan on staying in unestablished spots, make sure you read up on the rules surrounding crown land. Before parking up, find out:

-Who owns the land?

-What are the local regulations?

-How long are you allowed to camp?

-Are there fire restrictions?

-What wildlife is in the area and how do I need to properly store my food, trash, and scented items?

-Are there bathroom/trash facilities or do I need to plan for waste disposal (including things like pistachio shells and fruit peels)?

If your rig isn't equipped with a toilet, camp in established sites or places with toilet facilities. For those who need to deal with RV waste, Revelstoke has a sanidump facility located at 1625 Powerhouse Road. For garbage and recycling,check the hours of the dump. Please don't dump your garbage in public use cans, and be aware that Revelstoke is home to a lot of wildlife, particularly bears, so ensure that you secure your garbage at all times.