Nelson is a true mountain town with a lake out front and adventure in every direction. Winters revolve around Whitewater Ski Resort, deep snow days, and backcountry touring, while summers bring world class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, and long days on Kootenay Lake. Beyond the outdoors, Nelson has a strong music and arts scene that punches far above its size, with touring artists, galleries, and events regularly flowing through town. It feels creative, connected, and alive, the kind of place people come to visit and quietly decide to stay.