Educational Attraction
Kootenay Trout Hatchery & Visitor Centre
Fernie, British Columbia
Giant rainbow trout in outdoor tanksInteractive fish feeding experienceCatch-and-release fishing pondEducational fisheries displaysFamily-friendly attractionFree or low-cost admission
About Kootenay Trout Hatchery & Visitor Centre
The Kootenay Trout Hatchery and Visitor Centre offers an engaging and educational experience for all ages, with impressive outdoor tanks housing giant rainbow trout. Visitors can hand-feed the fish and try their luck at catch-and-release fishing in a dedicated outdoor pond. Detailed displays explain the hatchery's vital role in sustaining Kootenay region fisheries.
Things to Do
Catch-and-release fishing
Guided facility tours
Educational exhibit viewing
Photography