Current Travel Information & Advisories for Creston BC
Know Before you go
Planning a visit to Creston BC? Ensure a smooth trip by planning ahead with important and up-to-date travel information for the area available on this resource page. Find the latest updates for nearby Canada-US border crossings, highway & road conditions, forest fire alerts, flood advisories, local emergency information, and much more. Stay informed and equipped with the necessary information and resources you need to enjoy your trip to Creston!
Kootenay Lake Ferry Service Update - April - May 2026
The Osprey 2000 Vessel will be out of service from April 7 to May 5, 2026, for scheduled maintenance and regulatory upgrades.
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Travellers may experience longer wait times, particularly during peak periods
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Visitors are encouraged to plan ahead and check current conditions before travel
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During this period, the smaller-capacity MV Balfour will operate on the regular winter schedule
For current sailing updates and travel conditions, check DriveBC.
Border Crossing HOURS
The Rykerts-Porthill Border Crossing connects the town of Bonners Ferry, Idaho with Creston, British Columbia on the Canada–US border. Please note that the Rykerts (Canadian) and Porthill (US) Ports of Entry currently have different hours of operation, with the Canadian side open a few hours later throughout the year. This should be taken into consideration when planning to return to the US.
However, the nearby Kingsgate (Canadian) & Eastport (US) Ports of Entry, located south of Yahk, BC still both operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, which may make for a more convenient border crossing option for US visitors to the area.
Please find current hours of operation, phone number and links to more information below:
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Rykerts (Canadian) Port of Entry
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7:00am – 11:00pm (2nd Sunday in March to first Sunday in November)
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8:00am – 12:00am, midnight (first Saturday in November to 2nd Saturday in March)
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Porthill (U.S.A) Port of Entry
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7:00am – 7:00pm, seven days a week
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Corn Creek Marsh Trails Update – August 28, 2025
Following a temporary closure due to a recent grizzly bear encounter, all trails in the Corn Creek Marsh area of the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area are again open to the public fon non-motorized activity, including the previously closed sections of the Wildlife Tree Wander Trail (see map below for details).
As always, we remind all visitors to be prepared when exploring trails in the CVWMA, where a wide range of wildlife call the area home. Please:
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Carry bear spray and know how to use it
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Make noise to avoid surprising wildlife
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Stay aware of your surroundings
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Keep dogs leashed and clean up after them
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Pack out everything you pack in
For the latest updates and trail information, please visit: www.crestonwildlife.ca
Regional & Provincial Travel Information
Further current news and information on travel to the Creston Area as well as the Kootenay Region and British Columbia can be found at Destination BC's Visitor Website, linked here.
Can we help?
Have any questions about travelling to the area ? Contact the Creston Valley Visitor Centre and staff will be happy assist you!