The Columbia Valley is the perfect spot for a road trip! From whichever direction you’re travelling from, beautiful views and scenic drives await. Enjoy exploring Kootenay National Park if you’re taking Highway 93, stopping at roadside markets via the Golden Triangle Route, or experiencing the rivers and lakes of the south route on Highway 93/95.
Make sure to check current road conditions and closures before travelling. The most up-to-date information on Highway conditions can be found at DriveBC.ca. Road conditions for Alberta can be found at 511.Alberta.ca.
The nearest car rentals are available in Banff, Cranbrook, or Calgary.
The nearest airport to the Columbia Valley is the Canadian Rockies International Airport located in Cranbrook, B.C. It is a small, regional airport servicing the Kootenay-Rockies area, with flights mainly to and from Calgary, Kelowna, and Vancouver.
Calgary International Airport is the nearest large airport to the Columbia Valley.
While transit options are limited in the area, a small regional bus runs from Cranbrook to Golden weekly.
Find more information from BC Transit.
Once you’ve arrived in the Columbia Valley, getting from course to course is easy with a little advance planning. Golfers can enjoy 11 courses within 25 minutes of each other, all easily accessible throughout the Columbia Valley communities — including Radium Hot Springs, Invermere, Windermere, and Fairmont Hot Springs.
Taxis and private shuttle services are also available in the area — perfect for groups or those planning to enjoy après-golf.
For more information on local transportation options, including shuttles, rentals, and driving routes, visit Travel Columbia Valley’s Transportation page.
Named after the Headwaters of the Columbia River in Canal Flats, the Columbia Valley stretches all the way to Spillimacheen in the north. Home to the communities of Radium Hot Springs, Invermere, Panorama, and Fairmont Hot Springs, there’s a whole lot to discover in the Columbia Valley.
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Enjoy the journey to the Columbia Valley Golf Trail. By car, enjoy views the views of Banff & Kootenay National Parks if you’re driving in from Calgary, or experience the rivers and lakes of the Crowsnest Highway 3 coming in from the south. The nearest car rentals are located at the Calgary International Airport & Canadian Rockies International Airport.
