40+ private & highly usable riverfront acres just 15 minutes from Golden. Enjoy a 1.3-km forested trail, exceptional recreation & panoramic mountain views. 6,000 sq. ft. shop offers expansive workspace, storage, a mezzanine & ample power. Multiple building sites & flexible development potential.
Foreign Buyer Ban does not apply to this property
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Discover 40.22 acres of highly usable riverfront land in the scenic Blaeberry area, just over 15 minutes from Golden. Predominantly covered in mixed forest, the property offers exceptional privacy, natural beauty and year-round recreational potential.
An established, winding trail extends approximately 1.3 kilometres from the shop near Kettleston Road to the property’s frontage along the Blaeberry River. The trail could potentially be extended to create a longer loop if desired. The trail is ideal for walking, mountain biking or cross-country skiing, the route begins on relatively level terrain before reaching some modest descents as you approach the river.
Several potential building sites can be found throughout the property. A particularly impressive site near the crest of the slope offers panoramic views of Mount Hedberg, Moberly Peak and the surrounding mountain landscape. Near the river, a small clearing and sitting area provide a peaceful place to relax and enjoy the scenery.
The Blaeberry River runs through a dramatic canyon along approximately 668 feet of the property boundary. Although the river is not directly accessible from the land due to the canyon, the setting is exceptionally scenic.
Near the front of the property, with convenient access from Kettleston Road, is a substantial 6,000 sq. ft. shop measuring approximately 100 x 60 ft. The building features an insulated concrete floor, walls and ceiling and is covered with a quality metal a skin on the inside and out. The main open workspace measures approximately 70 x 60 ft and can be accessed through a large 14 ft overhead door, a front entrance door, and a ground-level side door.
The rear portion of the building includes:
The shop is equipped with two 200-amp electrical services. One supplies the existing building with a subpanel in the vehicle room, while the second terminates at the shop and is available to support future development. Water is currently supplied by a cistern with potential/to drill a well for development purposes. There is no septic system, and two outhouses are located near the shop.
With no local zoning bylaw currently in place, the property may accommodate a variety of future uses, subject to all applicable provincial, regional district, subdivision and permitting requirements. Possibilities may include creating smaller rural parcels or establishing a recreation-oriented commercial destination centred around the shop.
The acreage lends itself to activities such as ATV riding, snowmobiling, hiking and mountain biking, while the shop could provide workspace, equipment storage or a central gathering and event area. There may also be potential for a small outdoor resort or glamping operation incorporating geodesic domes, bunkies, glamping tents, RV sites and traditional campsites, subject to the necessary investigations and approvals but the potential is real. Additional long-term potential comes from the neighbouring property, which is currently being developed as a high-end, small-acreage community with lots of approximately 2.5 acres.
Surrounded by outstanding year-round recreation and within easy reach of Golden, this rare riverfront acreage brings together a substantial shop, highly usable land, remarkable privacy and exciting possibilities in one of the Columbia Valley’s most scenic settings.
2434 Kettleston Road - Golden, BC
Located approximately 20–25 kilometres northwest of Golden, the Blaeberry Valley offers a remarkable combination of privacy, natural beauty and convenient access to town. The valley follows the Blaeberry River from its headwaters near Howse Pass in the Canadian Rockies to its confluence with the Columbia River. Towering peaks frame the landscape, including Mount Hedberg, Moberly Peak, Mount Laussedat and the glaciated Mount Mummery. Beyond the valley, the broader Golden area is defined by the Canadian Rockies to the east and the Purcell Mountains to the west, creating impressive mountain views in nearly every direction.
The Blaeberry River is one of the valley’s defining natural features. This approximately 60 km, glacier-fed river flows southwest from the Continental Divide before turning west toward the Columbia River. Its clear, cold water, forested banks and changing seasonal character create an exceptional setting for a riverfront property. Having the Blaeberry River along the property boundary provides a rare connection to the landscape, with the sound and movement of the water contributing to the property’s peaceful, distinctly mountain atmosphere. The river is also historically significant: early explorer David Thompson travelled through the area in 1807, and the name “Blaeberry” is derived from an old Scottish word for blue, referring to the berries—likely huckleberries—found along its banks. Thompson Falls, also known as Blaeberry Falls, is located farther upstream.
The valley has a four-season mountain climate characterized by warm, generally comfortable summers, colourful autumns and cold, snowy winters. In nearby Golden, average daytime temperatures range from approximately -4°C in January to 24.5°C in July, although conditions in the Blaeberry can vary with elevation and location within the valley. Summer days are often warm while nights remain refreshingly cool, and winter snowfall transforms the surrounding forests and mountains. River levels typically rise during the spring and early-summer snowmelt before becoming lower and clearer later in the season.
Although quiet and rural, the Blaeberry area is within an easy drive of Golden, with travel time generally around 15 to 20 minutes. The surrounding backcountry offers opportunities for hiking, fishing, paddling, wildlife viewing, snowmobiling and exploring nearby trails and forest service roads. Its combination of river frontage, mountain scenery and proximity to extensive Crown land makes the valley especially appealing to those seeking an outdoor-oriented lifestyle.
Golden is the commercial and service centre for the surrounding rural communities. The town had a population of 3,986 in the 2021 Census, with additional residents living throughout the surrounding Columbia-Shuswap Electoral Area A. Golden provides grocery stores, restaurants, cafés, shops, accommodations, schools, childcare, professional services and the Golden and District Hospital. Community amenities include an arena, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, recreation facilities, parks, sports fields, library and the Golden campus of the College of the Rockies.
The town sits at the confluence of the Columbia and Kicking Horse rivers and provides convenient access to the Trans-Canada Highway. Approximately 14 kilometres from downtown Golden, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is a major year-round destination offering renowned downhill skiing and snowboarding, along with summer sightseeing, hiking, mountain biking, dining and resort accommodations. Together, Golden and Kicking Horse provide a valuable range of services and recreational amenities while the Blaeberry Valley retains its peaceful, uncrowded and distinctly rural character.
The Blaeberry Valley offers outstanding access to year-round outdoor recreation, with opportunities beginning right from the property and extending throughout the Golden area and surrounding mountain ranges.
Approximately 30 minutes away, Kicking Horse offers renowned downhill skiing and snowboarding, snowshoeing, summer hiking, downhill mountain biking and a thrilling via ferrata experience. Nordic skiing is available nearby at the Dawn Mountain Nordic Centre.
Golden’s extensive trail network includes the Mount 7 and Mountain Shadows systems, offering everything from scenic cross-country riding to challenging downhill terrain.
This highly regarded, public 18-hole course provides a memorable mountain golf experience in a beautiful natural setting.
Quartz Creek, Gorman Lake, Hope Creek and Silent Pass are among the region’s internationally recognized snowmobiling destinations. Access routes and groomed trail systems are supported by Sled Golden.
An extensive network of trails provides options ranging from relaxed day hikes to challenging alpine objectives. Banff, Yoho and Glacier national parks are within day-trip distance, while Rogers Pass—approximately 65 kilometres away—is a renowned destination for hiking, mountaineering and backcountry skiing.
This popular adventure park features suspension bridges high above a forested canyon, along with family-friendly attractions and expansive views of the surrounding mountains.
The Kicking Horse River is internationally known for whitewater rafting, while the Columbia River and adjacent Columbia Wetlands offer peaceful paddling, wildlife viewing and exceptional birdwatching in one of North America’s largest intact wetland systems.
Located off Kicking Horse Trail, Cedar Lake is a popular destination for swimming, paddling, picnicking and camping.
The property is approximately 10 kilometres from the OB campground and the forestry service road leading into the upper Blaeberry Valley. From here, roughly 90 kilometres of undeveloped mountain country extends toward historic Howse Pass and the western boundary of Banff National Park.
Bush Harbour, approximately 65 kilometres away, provides access to Kinbasket Lake, a spectacular 185 km reservoir extending north toward Valemount. Its expansive shoreline and mountain setting are ideal for boating, fishing, paddling, camping and exploring.
The area’s rivers, lakes and tributaries provide numerous opportunities for fishing, sightseeing and discovering quiet places away from busier recreation corridors.
An extensive network of inactive and lightly travelled forestry roads opens the door to backcountry camping, hiking, biking, wildlife viewing and exploration throughout the Blaeberry Valley.
The internationally significant Burgess Shale fossil sites in Yoho National Park are within day-trip distance, with guided hikes offering an opportunity to experience one of the world’s most remarkable windows into ancient life.
Please see maps and aerial photos, lines sketched in on aerial images are approximations only.
51°25'38.88"N and 117° 2'4.81"W
Building features include:
The Shop
Configuration of Shop Building
Woodshed with concrete floor
Two outhouses
$3,432.12 (2026)
No zoning (CSRD)
LOT A SECTION 28 TOWNSHIP 28 RANGE 2 WEST OF THE 5TH MERIDIAN KOOTENAY DISTRICT PLAN 9935
PID 013-050-494
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