Travel Updates
The Columbia Valley communities remain open for business. Make sure to Know Before You Go by visiting important resources (below) before travelling.
The incredible mountains and forests that are such a draw for people to visit and explore here, mean the potential for wildfires is a reality every year in BC. Residents and travellers alike are encouraged to bookmark and follow factual information sources as they make their travel plans, including Drive BC and the BC Wildfire Service.
Know before you go! Before travelling, check local area restrictions and updates on BC Wildfire Service, or reach out with any questions.
Important Resources
BC Wildfire Service for the latest information about wildfire ratings, fires of note and a map of active wildfires across BC.
To report a wildfire or smoke, call 1.800.663.5555 or *5555 (from a cell phone).
Regional District of East Kootenay
Government of Canada – Travel Information
Government of Canada Public Health
Radium Visitor Centre:
The Radium Visitor Centre is open to in-person visitor services from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, or by phone (250-347-9331).
Visitor Centres
The Visitor Centres of the Columbia Valley are excellent resources to stay up to date with travel information for the region.
- The Radium Visitor Centre (7556 Main Street East, Radium Hot Springs) is open to in-person visitor services from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, or by phone (250) 347-9331
- The Invermere Visitor Centre (651 BC-93 #95, Invermere) is open Monday – Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM daily, or by phone (250) 342-2844
