Shutty Bench British Columbia Map

About Shutty Bench, British Columbia

Shutty Bench is a community in Kootenay Land District, British Columbia, Canada. It is classified as a town. Shutty Bench is located at 49.9667°N, 116.9167°W.

Shutty Bench unfolds as a quiet embrace of undulating hills, a verdant ripple against the rugged backdrop of the Kootenay Land District. It lies 59.3 km north-north-east of Nelson, BC (from Nelson, BC: bearing 27°T), and is situated 6.3 km north of Kaslo. Here, the earth exhales a scent of damp soil and pine needles, a fragrance that clings to the air even on the sunniest days. Scattered homesteads dot the landscape, their weathered roofs testament to the enduring spirit of those who have carved a life from this fertile ground. The sky above is a vast, ever-changing canvas, often painted with the soft, bruised purples and fiery oranges of a Kootenay sunset, casting long, melancholic shadows that stretch and distort the familiar contours of the land. Water, a lifeblood of this region, carves its path in silver threads, feeding the rich soil and offering a constant, murmuring presence. The history of Shutty Bench is intrinsically linked to the bounty of the earth, a story whispered in the rustle of leaves and the creak of ancient fences. For generations, this land has sustained agriculture, with orchards and small farms yielding their produce to the rhythms of the seasons. The legacy of early settlers, who toiled to clear the land and establish their roots, is still palpable in the sturdy barns and the well-worn paths. While the echoes of past industries may have faded, the present economy of Shutty Bench continues to draw strength from its natural resources, with a focus on sustainable farming and a growing appreciation for the quiet beauty that draws visitors seeking a respite from the clamor of the outside world. A distinctive character, born of hard work and a deep connection to the land, defines the enduring spirit of Shutty Bench.

About This Shutty Bench Map Page

Explore Shutty Bench, 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: 49.966667, -116.91667. 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 Shutty Bench includes the postal code (V0G), 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 Shutty Bench 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.