Radium Hot Springs is an outdoor paradise in any season but is truly magical in winter. Snow-covered mountains, frosted trees, and unbeatable outdoor adventure make it a perfect winter escape.
With many wonderful places to stay in Radium Hot Springs—ranging from cozy to cushy—it’s easy to find somewhere that suits your taste. Best of all, the Village of Radium is conveniently located near several Nordic skiing trails, all within a 40-minute drive of the community.
Nipika Mountain Resort
Take a scenic, 30-minute drive to Nipika Mountain Resort. There, you’ll find something for everyone with groomed trails for cross-country skiing, fat biking, and snowshoeing; a hill for tobogganing; and a pond for skating.
The Nordic ski network at Nipika offers over 50km of trails, featuring breathtaking mountain and Kootenay River views, with both flat and hilly terrain to explore. Daily cross-country ski lessons are available throughout the winter to help you perfect your skills.
For fat biking enthusiasts, Nipika’s 30km of groomed trails offer a mix of rolling and flat landscapes. Want to take in the scenic beauty of the Kootenay River from the clifftops? Strap on snowshoes and follow the trail signs for a peaceful meander.
The trails are dog-friendly as long as your pup is on a leash, so you can enjoy the winter adventure together. Visit the Day Lodge to pay your trail fees ($20 for adults, $17 for children) and chat with the staff about the best trails for your ability. Nipika also offers rentals for classic and skate skis, snowshoes, fat bikes, and more to get you fully equipped for your adventure!
Lake Windermere and Lake Lillian Whiteway
Situated just 15 minutes south of Radium Hot Springs, the Lake Windermere Whiteway is the world’s longest skating trail. Swept for skating and groomed for cross-country skiing, visitors can access up to 31km of flat and scenic fun!
Lake Lillian is 20 minutes from Radium. The Whiteway is a 3km cross-country ski loop on a lake nestled amongst the trees. Cross the road and ski the Junior Johnson trail, approximately 3km.
Day passes cost $5 and money can be placed in the drop box at the lake entrances. After your adventure, warm up by visiting one of the many cafes in Invermere – the perfect reward for your winter outing!
If you don’t have skates or skis, no problem. Visit FAR OUT Adventure Hub in the Village Radium Hot Springs before you go.
Panorama Mountain Resort
Well known for downhill skiing, Panorama Mountain Resort also offers a variety of other winter activities. It’s located 30 minutes from Radium Hot Springs in the Purcell mountains.
With over 20km of cross-country ski trails, glide through the forest and along Toby Creek on rolling and hilly terrain. Ski up to the Hale Hut for incredible views of the surrounding mountains. New in 2021, Panorama now offers cross-country ski lessons on Saturdays throughout winter.
There are also shared snowshoe and fat bike trails, perfect to escape the Resort crowds.
Stop by the Panorama Nordic Centre at Greywolf Clubhouse to pay trail fees, ranging from $6-$19 for the day depending on activity and age. Rentals are also available at the clubhouse: skis, boots, and poles; snowshoes; and fat bikes. If you’re looking for a self-propelled way to embrace winter adventure while you’re in Radium, explore the vast cross-country ski trails throughout the valley. Fat bike, snowshoe, and skate for bonus fun!
Ready to slide into winter? Find where you’ll stay, eat and what other winter activities you’ll explore on your next winter adventure in the Village of Radium Hot Springs.