Winter Family Fun
Indoors or outdoors, winter is a wonderful time to catch up with your loved ones.
Whether you are skiing the slopes, skating on the lake, bowling, or just taking in a winter wonderland walk, winter is the perfect time to create a memorable vacation time together. Take a look at the best family friendly things to do this winter in the Columbia Valley.
Outdoor Family Activities
While skiing is certainly at the centre of winter around here, there is so much more to discover! Find skating paths, snowmobile tours, ice fishing, and much more!
Kids of all ages will have a great time exploring the vast outdoors of the Columbia Valley, and with the endless things to do, we think parents will have a great time too!
Fairmont Hot Springs Pools
Splish splash at Canada's largest natural hot springs at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. There is a large pool for swimming and smaller, warmer pool for soaking. Kids love the diving board and the general shallowness of these pools.
Fairmont Hot Springs Ski Area
This family-friendly ski resort features a terrain park, 14 ski runs, lessons, and slope-side dining. All ski lift tickets include access to Fairmont Hot Springs' pools. Grab your skis (or book a rental from the Resort) and head to the hill -- from our Fairmont rentals, you'll be there in minutes!
Toby Creek Adventures
An unforgettable adventure! With over 32,000 acres of terrain, Toby Creek Adventures can offer you the tour of a lifetime. Trips cater to the first-timers through to seasoned riders.
In the winter, hop on a snowmobile and enjoy the snowy scenery! In the summer, take an exciting quad tour and adventure to hidden spots.
Panorama Mountain Resort Ski Area
Panorama Mountain Resort is an exceptional ski resort for families! The ski area has nearly unlimited runs, lifts, and terrains.
It's a great spot for full or half day lessons for any ages. Kids camps are often offered in the winter and spring.
Buy your lift passes with Fairmont Creek and go straight to the lift! Ask us for more details!
BC Bird Trail
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Did you know? Many species of birds call the Columbia Valley home! Fairmont Hot Springs is nestled in the BC Bird Trail! The Columbia Valley Bird Trail stretches alongside the Columbia River to Golden. Birders in the area will be treated to quiet birdwatching spots, scenic hiking trails, and serene paddles along the Columbia River.
Indoor Family Activities
After your dose of mountain fresh air, shift gears and enjoy a bit of family fun indoors.
Arena: Hockey Games & Ice Skating
Take in a KIJHL Columbia Valley Rockies hockey game or a family skate at The Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.
Valley Alley Bowling Centre
Go for a bowl at Valley Alley! Play at the six lane, five pin bowling centre with automatic scoring, licensed lounge, golf simulators, and tournament grade pool tables.
BlackStar Art Studio
Located in downtown Invermere, Blackstar Studios offers creative art classes, DIY kits, and supplies for all ages. The Studio is a unique and vibrant art space that has a retail shop up front, and classes in the back.
Kids art camps and adult classes are available in the summer months.
Columbia Valley Escape Rooms
Can you crack the code? Grab a group and test your skills at the Columbia Valley Escape rooms! With varying levels of difficulty, Columbia Valley Escape Rooms offer fun and challenging puzzles.
Come Unwind in the Columbia Valley
A getaway with Fairmont Creek Vacation Rentals offers the perfect pairing of adventure, relaxation, space and comfort.