City coordinates: 49.0945296, -117.7097659
Trail is a city in southeastern British Columbia located along the Columbia River in the West Kootenay region. The city developed around mining and metallurgical industries, particularly through the large smelting complex that has operated in the region for more than a century.
The industrial facilities in Trail have played a major role in the local economy and have influenced the development of the surrounding communities. The city is situated within a mountainous landscape that provides opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Today Trail remains closely connected to the mining and metallurgical industries while supporting regional services and community life in the Kootenay region.