Rails to Trails: Cranbrook

I had a chance to enjoy really pampered cycling on Sunday while over in the East Kootenays. Here's the new rails to trails cycle bridge over the St. Mary's River between Cranbrook and Kimberley. It's a great trail, even if it does end (or begin) a little abruptly. It ends (or starts) in the forest at the termination point of an old rail line and travels north to Marysville, the charming town of the Kimberley area. The grade was beautiful and the conditions of the trail excellent. There are many great views of the river and its valley, as well as views out to the Purcells. While travelling south, the Steeples, near Cranbrook dominate the view. I'd highly recommend it to cyclists in the area - kudos to the trail builders.