Brewer Lake A sub-alpine hike across the Valley from Fairmont Hot Springs. Carry on to Brewer Ridge for views into the Toby Creek drainage and Panorama Mountain Resort.
Lake Of The Hanging Glacier An East Kootenay classic. Challenging 14.5 km round trip suitable for experienced hikers. Discover a spectacular alpine lake deep in the Purcell Mountains. Access via Horsethief Forest Service Road.
Jumbo Pass The crown jewel of East Kootenay hikes, especially during wildflower season in the late summer. Incredible views of huge peaks and glaciers. Access via Toby Creek Forest Service Road.
Mount Swansea Hiking Loop. Close to Invermere, this is a very popular location for early season hikes and mountain biking. Your reward at the summit is a panoramic view up and down the Columbia Valley and across to the Purcell Mountains.
The Johnson. This trail is designed for mountain biking but hikers use it too. Although it gets very busy in the summer due to the proximity to Lake Lillian, this 10km loop is well worth a visit for unique and incredible views of the Toby Creek Canyon. Easy access to parking lot on paved road.
Pedley Pass Popular alpine hike and ridge walk with breathtaking big views in the Rockies east of Invermere. Difficult access road – 4WD recommended.