Fish, Float, Boat & Raft

A popular activity on a hot summer day for locals and visitors alike. Relax on the water in the beautiful Canadian Rockies.

Fairmont Hot Springs: Rent a tube or small non-motorized craft from Fairmont Outpost & Outdoors, or bring your own. Put in at the southern end of Fairmont at the bridge by the fire hall, adjacent to Spruce Grove RV Resort. Enjoy a leisurely float through the golf course for approximately 2-3 hours. The takeout is at Will's Road.

Invermere: Rent a tube, SUP, kayak or canoe from Columbia River Paddle and put in at the Athalmer Bridge. Float north to Radium through exceptional wetland landscapes for 3 hours.

Try your hand at catching your dinner! Take a tour of the backcountry lakes and streams throughout the Columbia Valley.

Lake Windermere is closest to our Fairmont Hot Springs properties, with the nearest access point, Windermere Public Beach, 15 minutes away. Lake Windermere is quite deep, so a boat is the best option to cast a line. Columbia River Paddle is a great option for a canoe or kayak day rental.

Lake Lillian is closest to our Panorama properties, just a quick 15-minute drive away. Lake Lillian is a small lake with great opportunities for picnicking, swimming, and paddling.

Remember to purchase your BC Fishing License online.

There are many local rental outfitters that are dedicated to you having a great day on the water. Rent a kayak, canoe, SUP (stand up paddle board), or motorized boat. If you are looking to launch your own boat click here for information.

Rafting the glacier-fed waters of the Toby Creek (fast & fun), Kootenay River (wilderness adventure) or Kicking Horse River (extreme whitewater) makes for an exhilarating day and a memorable vacation.