The Village of Radium Hot Springs
Home of the World Famous Radium Hot Springs Mineral Pools

After a leisurely drive through the awe-inspiring Kootenay National Park on the Banff-Windermere Highway, you will encounter the World Famous Radium Hot Springs Mineral Pools. These odourless pools are surrounded by natural rock walls, and are guaranteed to soak away your worries and your woes.

Continuing along Highway 93, you will drive between the sheer cliff walls of Sinclair Canyon, entering into the magnificent Windermere Valley. The Village of Radium Hot Springs is located on the Columbia River, between the Rocky Mountain and the Purcell Mountain Ranges.

This small, visitor-friendly community is busy with activities, special events and attractions. Whether it be our championship golf courses, whitewater rafting, hiking, go-carting, fishing, trail riding, mini-golf, shopping or just relaxing in one of our many fine restaurants, you will find all you need to enjoy a fabulous holiday.

If golf is your pleasure, we have 15 courses in the area. Your drive to the courses will range from 3 minutes to 45 minutes.

Radium Hot Springs is only a short drive from Panorama, Fairmont and Kicking Horse Ski Resorts. Several very popular cross-country skiing trails are featured in the Valley. Our mountains boast some of the finest snowmobiling in the Rockies, with miles of groomed trails and many picturesque backcountry areas are available for the enthusiast.

Big horn sheep, both mule and whitetail deer, bear and elk are seen throughout the Columbia Valley and the National Parks.

The mighty Columbia River flows past the edge of our Village and is bordered by the largest, continuous wetlands in North America. In May of each year there is a bird festival, “Wings Over The Rockies”, which attracts bird watchers from around the World.

For those who enjoy beach and water sports, Lake Windermere is a short 20-minute drive south of Radium Hot Springs.

All types of accommodations are available in Radium Hot Springs, ranging from motels, hotels, lodges, cabins, B&B’s, and resorts. There are also a number of campgrounds in the area.

Radium Hot Springs hosts many thousands of visitors throughout the year in all seasons. Come and discover Radium Hot Springs, your gateway to adventure.

We highly recommend a visit to our Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Centre on Main Street East. Our knowledgeable staff will be more than happy to answer any of your questions.