Located in the extreme southeastern corner of British Columbia in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, the beautiful Elk River Valley is approximately 60 kilometers from the Alberta and Montana borders.

The Elk Valley has played an important part in the coal mining history of British Columbia for over 100 years. Boasting the largest producing coal field in the province, the valley produces millions of tons of coal that is shipped to steel mills around the world. The dedication to returning the land to a state equal or better than it was before the mining began plays a vital role in protecting the Elk and Fording River Valleys for future generations.

Today, tourism is becoming more important in the The Elk Valley region and has become a favourite getaway for snowmobilers, skiers, hikers, anglers and golfers and boasts many other outdoor adventures. Just 20 minutes away from world class skiing at Fernie Alipne Resort and minutes away from world class fishing on the Elk River, hunting and golf, Sparwood is ideally situated.