Pulpit Rock Trail
Pulpit Rock
A short but steep trail up the hillside across the lake, reaching the rocky platform in about an hour, with views over Nelson, the lake arm and the Orange Bridge.
Pulpit Rock is on the hillside across from Nelson, on the north shore, and is the most popular short hike in the area. The one-way trail is about 1.8 km long and climbs about 330 meters. The path is steep and rocky. A person of average fitness can reach the rock platform in 45 to 60 minutes. The platform has a flagpole and offers views over the whole city of Nelson, the western arm of Kootenay Lake and the Orange Bridge. Those with plenty of energy can continue to the higher “Lone Pine” lookout. From downtown, it is about a 5-minute drive over the Orange Bridge to the roadside parking. The hike is free. Bring water, and be careful when the trail is wet after rain.
Opening hours
All day (daytime recommended)
Nearby sights
- Nelson Electric Streetcar No. 23
- Baker Street Heritage District
- Cottonwood Falls Park
- Touchstones Nelson Museum of Art and History
- Lakeside Park & Big Orange Bridge
- Whitewater Ski Resort
- Kokanee Creek Provincial Park
- Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park