Travel Updates
While there are wildfires in the greater Kootenay Rockies region, travel to and within Columbia Valley communities remains open. Accommodations, activities, shops, and restaurants are ready to welcome visitors.Â
The Columbia Valley communities remain open for business. Make sure to Know Before You Go by visiting important resources (below) before travelling.Â
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.Â
Know before you go! Before travelling, check local area restrictions and updates on BC Wildfire Service, or reach out with any questions.
September 2024 Area & Activity Restrictions
Please note that the following areas have area restrictions in place:
Top of the World Provincial Park: Effective July 17, 2024, Top of the World Provincial Park is closed due to wildfire within the Mount Morro Area reported on July 17. Park visitors are asked to obey closures and respect ongoing wildfire operations within the vicinity. Please continue to monitor this web page for updates pertaining to closed areas of the park. In the interest of public safety, BC Parks has closed this park until further notice. Get up-to-date information from other official sources, such as the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS), the local regional district, and Drive BC. You can still visit other BC Parks that remain unaffected by wildfire. Find other places to visit on the find a park page.
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
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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.Â
- 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
