Activities in Invermere, BC

Invermere Whiteway, Lake Windermere Whiteway, or just “The Whiteway” is officially the Longest Skating Path in the World! In 2014, this was confirmed by the Guinness World Records.  Originally created by the Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club, the 34 km Whiteway connects the communities of Invermere, Fairmont, and Windermere in the winter. It circumnavigates Lake Winderemere.

The Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club is proud to maintain the Lake Windermere Whiteway with track and skate ski areas, a skating path, and a multi-use path.

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The Invermere Curling Club is a welcoming community hub for both seasoned curlers and those new to the sport. With a long-standing tradition in the Columbia Valley, the club offers league play, bonspiels, and fun drop-in nights for all ages and skill levels. Located in the heart of Invermere, it’s a great place to enjoy the sport, connect with others, and take part in one of Canada’s favorite winter pastimes. Whether you’re sliding rocks for the first time or chasing that perfect end, the Invermere Curling Club invites you to join in the fun.

Don’t let long down time keep you off your bike, dirt bike, sled or other motorsports. Book your suspension service and take advantage of our FAST in house turn around time while keeping the “fix it right the first time” attitude.

Kinsmen Beach is a fun-filled family beach. With many activities for the little ones to do, like the Rotary Splash Park, playground, and water slide dock, it has everything a family unit needs! If you want to get out for a paddle on Lake Windermere, Columbia River Paddle’s rental kiosk is on Kinsmen Beach. Here, you can easily rent floaty toys, paddle boards, and kayaks.

The Lake Lillian Whiteway, located just 10 minutes outside of Invermere, is a gorgeous lake-based 3km classic and skating skiing trail.

To get there: From the traffic lights on Highway 93/95 at the Invermere junction, turn west on Athalmer Road towards Invermere. After you cross the railway tracks overpass, turn right onto Panorama Drive/Toby Creek Road. Follow the road for approximately 7 km. Turn right into the Lake Lillian parking area.

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A paved walking and biking trail connecting the communities of Invermere and Fairmont Hot Springs. Although paved, the trail offers sweeping views of Lake Windermere and the Rockies with interpretive signs, picnic areas, and benches along the way.

Nauti Watersports is Lake Windermere’s number one boat rental and surf school. They offer a full boat charter service that includes a professional NCCP-certified and insured driver/coach, plus all the surf, waterski, and wakeboard gear that your group needs to enjoy summer on the water. Avoid the hassles of renting a boat with all of its added expenses and gas. Let the Nauti crew take you out for your best boating and watersports experience on Lake Windermere.

Rhythm by Nature will guide you through an immersive drumming experience where you will learn about the history of drumming, drumming techniques and drumming cultures from all around the world.

But that’s only the beginning! Participants are led through a series of playful exercises and given time to relax and reflect with gentle drumming and sound healing techniques.

Rhythm By Nature’s drum circles, workshops, and programs elevate a variety of occasions, such as team building & corporate events, wellness centers & retreats, community events and more. Offered twice a month, all year round, visitors to the Columbia Valley are welcome to participate in a community drum circle at Pynelogs Cultural Centre, in Invermere. Everyone is welcome with new participants attending every session.

We are your outdoor adventure centre for self-guided canoe and kayak and interpretive tours in the Columbia Valley. We also provide a shuttle service to destinations within the Columbia Valley to get you on the river and back again.

Columbia River Outfitters specializes in canoeing, kayaking and SUP rentals with a relaxed, easy paced approach in the spectacular setting of the Columbia River Valley.

Playwest Mountain Experience is a professional guiding company. Their aim is to take guests away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse them into the incredible local hiking trails surrounding Invermere. Their guides are Invermere residents and are well versed in the local flora & fauna as well as the history of the region. They will inspire and educate guests in a fun and safe environment, learning about the surroundings through storytelling and the odd bad joke.

All of their guides are members of several professional associations, the most notable being the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG). The ACMG has set the standard for professional guiding in Canada for over 50 years. As a minimum standard, all of the Playwest Mountain Experience guides are certified members of the ACMG.

Check out the Old coach trial and walking trails through Invermere. Visit Columbia Valley Greenways.

Valley Trail at Panorama Mountian Resort and Ride the Mile one quad for higher alpine mountain trial experience

The Invermere Farmers and Artists Market is located Downtown Invermere in the Lakeview Parking area. The Invermere Farmers Market runs every Saturday from June 14^th through Sept 13^th 2025 from 9am-1pm.

The Invermere Farmers and Artists Market is a partnership between the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 71 Windermere District and the District of Invermere.

Make it, Bake it, Grow it, Raise it!

Located beside J A Laird School and David Thompson Secondary an exceptional location and facility

Radium Hot Springs

Fairmont Hot Springs

Lussier Hot Springs (Whiteswan Provincial Park)

The East Kootenays is world renowned for its trout fishing and majestic scenery. Wild populations of westslope cutthroat trout, rainbow, brook, and mountain bull trout are found in our mountain lakes, rivers, and streams. Mountain whitefish, kokanee salmon, and bass are also resident species. Catch trout in solitude from a float tube on an alpine lake, walk a quiet section of a stream stalking cutthroat and bull trout from pool to pool, or bring the whole family out for a memorable fishing trip.

Discover this easily accessible riding area near Invermere, BC. Access maps and information on parking.

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Columbia Valley Cycling Society

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Fast, windy XC loop with a few berms and jumps to keep things interesting. Great views of Toby Canyon and the Columbia Valley. Access parking.

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Columbia Valley Cycling Society;

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Elevate your adventure! Since 2003, Glacier Helicopters Ltd. has maintained the very highest levels of safety while flying throughout western Canada. With a focus on exceeding client expectations, they strive to deliver value and quality.

Operating daily flights from 9 a.m to 5 p.m, rides start at $75 per person and are available on 30, 42 and 60-minute tours for an additional $125 per person.

Flying Max offers tandem flights with ski’s from Panorama Mountain Resort, Ultralight Discovery Flights over Lake Windermere, and Fly like a bird from Mt. Swansea into the Columbia Valley

Mt. Swansea has a good network of intermediate to advanced DH trails that are accessible via shuttle or by pedaling the grueling uptrack.