The BC Rockies are warmer and wilder! There are so many ways to get out and enjoy beautiful BC, so we’ve created a checklist for your next vacation. What will you check out next?

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Power-charge your adventure with epic snowmobile tours from Rocky Mountain Riders. Book a tour complete with a guide and all the gear, or rent a sled for your own high-powered adventure. At Toby Creek Adventures, snowmobile tours can include frozen waterfalls, groomed trails, or backcountry powder.

Soak in the Hot Springs

The natural mineral water of the Canadian Rockies’ hot springs has been compared to a multivitamin for your skin. Mineral content changes from one spring to the next, but usually includes a combination of sulphate, calcium, bicarbonate, silica, and magnesium. Soak in this goodness at Radium Hot Springs Pools or Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.

Learn about the Locals

Learn about wolves and their importance in the ecosystem while getting up close and personal with these amazing creatures at Northern Lights Wolf Centre. Take a self-guided or interpretative tour or sign up to walk with the wolves through their natural habitat. It’s the perfect way for photographers to get those “candid” wildlife shots!

Stay nearby in rustic, cozy cabins at Rocky Mountain Buffalo Ranch. Guests can get up close and personal with the herd of buffalo during a specialized tour.

Climb Inside

Don’t let winter’s chill keep you from staying active. Confluence Climbing Gym, located in Golden, was created to be an inclusive space for climbers of all abilities to connect over this great sport. In Kimberley, Spirit Rock Climbing Centre hosts a family-friendly atmosphere for climbers of all ages and abilities. With routes for everyone from first timers to experienced pros, there’s always something to challenge your skills.

Get Some Deals

No matter where you’re going throughout the BC Rockies, there are experts willing to show you the way. Find the best in accommodation, activities, dining, shopping, and insider tips from Tourism Golden, Travel Columbia Valley, and Cranbrook Tourism. These agencies exist to make sure you have the best vacation yet, so check them out and take advantage of their local knowledge.

Kate Barker