Hot Springs & Swimming

Crystal clear and all natural, Canada's largest natural hot springs at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort are a legendary attraction. Open year-round, these pools are privately operated and offer two pools, cool and hot. There is a diving board, lane swimming, ample family change areas, and an outdoor sundeck for sunbathing after your dip. 

The Radium Hot Springs pools are a favourite of both visitors and locals, for good reason. Soak in the naturally-heated, odourless water and feel your body relax in nature. Nestled in an open rockface, the Radium Hot Springs pools are a unique destination in all seasons.

Radium Hot Springs pools are located in Kootenay National Park, just past the park gates. The pools feature a shallow soaking area with seating around the perimeter and spectacular mountain views nestled in a sheer rock wall. The 25-metre long cool pool offers a diving board and slides for a bit of splish and splash. Lockers, showers, and change rooms are all available there, including accessible rooms. The Radium Hot Springs pools are about 20 minutes away from Fairmont Hot Springs and Panorama rentals.

• Towel & swimsuit rentals are available

Lussier Hot Springs is a true gem and a must do on your visit to the Columbia Valley. An authentic wilderness hot springs experience Lussier (or Whiteswan) Hot Springs is located at kilometre 17.5 on the Whiteswan Forest Service Road (FSR). This road is not paved and is slow going, but well worth the trip. Park in the pull out area and hiked down to the river where you will find a grotto-style hot springs set alongside the raging Lussier River. Sometimes the trail can be slippery and the river can be high and wash out the hot pools in the late spring. More information and maps

Windermere Beach 10 minutes drive north from our Fairmont properties – pebble beach, picnic tables, small playground, treed areas, washrooms, swimming dock

Canal Flats Beach 20 minutes south of Fairmont Hot Springs – pebble beach, covered picnic tables, outhouses, boat launch

James Chabot Provincial Park & Beach, 20 minutes from Fairmont Hot Springs in Invermere - a broad, sandy beach backed with open, grassy play areas, an adventure playground, volleyball court, and picnic area. The wetlands boardwalk also makes for a pleasant walk and wildlife view opportunities.

Kinsmen beach is also in Invermere, 25 minutes from Fairmont Hot Springs in Invermere – sandy, pebbly beaches, picnic tables, washrooms, playgrounds, water park, concession stand, and kayak/canoe/SUP rentals.

Timbers Resort rentals have access to Columbia Lake via a trail near the property and a small gravel beach with dock, a 5 minute walk away.

View more info for beaches & boat launches here.

See other water activity ideas - Fish, Float, Boat & Raft.