About the Region - the BC Rockies.

Invermere is located in the heart of the Columbia Valley. Also known as the Rocky Mountain Trench, the valley separates the Canadian Rockies to the east from the Purcell Mountain range to the west. The valley is the where the mighty Columbia River begins its journey to the ocean and contains the largest intact wetlands in North America. Native Canadians lived off the resources of the area and to this day are important to the economic activity of the valley. David Thompson was the first white person to make use of the area, establishing a trading post near Wilmer. The area eventually grew as mining operations took over and over time the region has turned to tourism as a key industry.

Invermere is three hours from Calgary and its growing population, many of whom have cottages nearby. Lake Windermere is a large reason for the popularity of the area in the summer but there is so much more to be discovered. Among glider pilots the area is known as a destination for great conditions. What isn't as well known is the opportunity for all types of recreational activities. Join us and discover the beauty of the Columbia Valley.

Getting Here

From Calgary it is approximately a 3 hour drive, mostly through Banff and Kootenay National Parks. Plan a little more time to stop periodically for pictures and to take in the scenery. Take the #1 TransCanada Highway west. At Castle Junction exit and follow Highway 93 (the Banff Windermere Highway) south to Radium Hot Springs. There are accomodation options in Radium or at the 4 way stop sign turn left (south) onto Highway 93/95. You should reach the lights in Invermere after approximately 15 minutes.

From Cranbrook and the new Canadian Rockies International Airport, follow the signs for Highway 93/95 north to Windermere, Invermere, and Radium. Give yourself 1.5 to 2 hours for the drive.

If you require help with transportation or finding accommodation, contact us and we will be more than happy to help you out.