Creston British Columbia Map

About Creston, British Columbia

Creston is a town in Kootenay Land District, British Columbia, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Creston is located at 49.0975°N, 116.5131°W.

Creston rests in a valley cradled by imposing mountain ranges, a geography that dictates both its climate and its historical development. It lies 71.8 km south-east of Nelson, BC (from Nelson, BC: bearing 127°T), and is situated 9.6 km south-south-east of Wynndel. The fertile land, nourished by the Kootenay River and its tributaries, has long drawn settlers, first Indigenous peoples and later European explorers and farmers, to cultivate its bounty. Historically, Creston's economy has been deeply tied to agriculture, particularly fruit orchards and vineyards, benefiting from a microclimate that allows for crops not typically found at this latitude; the scent of ripening fruit often hangs in the air during late summer. The surrounding landscape, a rich mosaic of forests, wetlands, and sun-drenched slopes, also supports a logging industry and, in earlier times, mining, though agriculture remains its enduring heart. The quiet hum of tractors and the distant call of birds are the steady soundtrack to life in Creston. The cultural character of Creston is shaped by its agricultural roots and its independent spirit, fostered by a sense of place that is both resilient and welcoming. While no single landmark dominates, the Kootenay River itself, with its meandering path and the wildlife it shelters, serves as a constant, grounding presence, and the surrounding mountain peaks, often dusted with snow even in spring, offer a dramatic backdrop. Creston is served by educational institutions that nurture its youth, and while large-scale professional sports are absent, a strong local participation in hockey and other seasonal activities defines its athletic spirit. The annual Creston Valley Fall Fair is a cherished event, celebrating the agricultural heritage and bringing the community together. Though perhaps not the birthplace of global icons, Creston has fostered a quiet strength and a deep connection to the land that resonates through its everyday life.

About This Creston Map Page

Explore Creston, British Columbia, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 49.0975, -116.513056. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Creston includes the postal code (V1C), telephone area code (236, 250, 604, 672, 778). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Creston is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.