Revelstoke was established in the 1880s when the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) expanded through the area. Mining was a key industry during the town's early years. Initially called Farwell, after a local landowner and surveyor, the area was also known as the "Second Crossing" to distinguish it from the CPR's first crossing of the Columbia River at Donald. The town was eventually renamed Revelstoke by the Canadian Pacific Railway in honor of Lord Revelstoke, head of Baring Brothers & Co., the British investment bank that, in partnership with Glyn, Mills & Co., helped save the CPR from bankruptcy in 1885 by purchasing unsold bonds, ensuring the completion of the railway. The post office opened in 1886.
The construction of the Trans-Canada Highway in 1962 further improved access to the region, and tourism has since become a key component of the local economy. Skiing, in particular, has emerged as the town’s most popular attraction. Mount Revelstoke National Park lies just to the north, and Revelstoke Mountain Resort, a major ski resort located on Mount MacKenzie just outside of town, began construction in 2005, opening its doors for the 2007-2008 ski season. Revelstoke is also home to a railway museum, showcasing its rich railway history.
8,275 people live in Revelstoke, where the median age is 37.6 and the average individual income is $106,000. Data provided by Statistics Canada.
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There's plenty to do around Revelstoke, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Terravita Kitchen, Padrino's Pizzaria, and Old School Eatery.
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| Dining | 0.67 miles | 19 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.52 miles | 12 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.72 miles | 41 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.43 miles | 50 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.42 miles | 57 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.43 miles | 57 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.36 miles | 4 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.41 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.21 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$$ | 0.72 miles | 44 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.6 miles | 7 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.62 miles | 17 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.47 miles | 99 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.76 miles | 85 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$$ | 0.48 miles | 35 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.43 miles | 13 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.51 miles | 62 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.3 miles | 10 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.57 miles | 36 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.47 miles | 6 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.52 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.52 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.46 miles | 4 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.46 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Revelstoke has 3,355 households, with an average household size of 2.4. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Revelstoke do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by Statistics Canada. 8,275 people call Revelstoke home. The population density is 0.654 and the largest age group is Data provided by Statistics Canada.
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Revelstoke has 3,355 households, with an average household size of 2.4. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Revelstoke do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by Statistics Canada.
Total Population
Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.
Median Age
Men vs Women
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