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About Ootischenia, BC

Ootischenia is a small spot just south of Castlegar, right along the Columbia River in the West Kootenay. You'll get there via Highway 3A, which hooks into Highway 3, the main drag through the southern part of the province. It's a quick five-minute hop from Castlegar, and the West Kootenay Regional Airport is practically next door at 3 km out. Trail and Nelson both make for easy day trips down the highway. Worth knowing: the area was originally settled by Doukhobor families, and you can still spot the old farm layouts along the river flats.

Where is Ootischenia, BC on the map?

Ootischenia, BC is in Canada, at 49.292, -117.632 - about 5 km south-east of Castlegar, BC.

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What is the closest airport to Ootischenia, BC?

The closest airport to Ootischenia, BC is Castlegar/West Kootenay Regional Airport, 3 km (about 4 min by car). Other airports nearby: Trail Regional Airport.

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