You'll find the community of Invermere located in the beautiful Columbia Valley surrounded by the Rocky Mountains to the East and Purcell Mountains to the west. The town rests next to the shores of Lake Windermere. With two incredible beaches (Kinsmen and James Chabot), the town offers the most public access to Lake Windermere. Invermere and also serves as the gateway to Panorama Mountain Village, one of the top ski resorts in a region. All recreational activities one can think of in a mountain resort town are available in Invermere, along with rental and specialty shops geared to the outdoor enthusiast.
Things to do in Invermere
Artym Gallery
After more than 12 years in the art gallery business in Alberta, Connie Artym-Bradatsch has fulfilled a dream and with husband Grey has opened her own gallery. The gallery represents over 50 Canadian artists and features original Canadian works in all forms, with over 100 paintings in a constantly changing display, and many more in inventory. Open Wednesday – Monday 10am - 5:30pm. Call 250.342.7566 for more information.
934 7th Avenue, Invermere, BC
Bavin Glassworks
The Glassworks was established in 1988 and today is a hands-on, father-and-son, working operation. Featuring in-house hot glass shop, glass bead making shop and glass fusing shop where visitors can watch the artists work. The attached gallery displays their art and that of 37 other artists who work in glass, clay and metal. Open Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm; Saturday 10am - 5:30pm; also open Sunday during mid-May - mid-September. Call 250-342-6816 for more information.
4884A Athalmer Road, Invermere, BC
Blue Rooster Pottery
This handmade, handpainted pottery is very functional and decorated in the "maiolica" style with a variety of whimsical images. The pottery is renowned for its custom celebration platters and freeform tile backsplashes. Call 250-342-0526 for more information.
402 12th Avenue, Invermere, BC
Dry Gulch Provincial Park
The Park is situated at the foot of Redstreak Mountain on the eastern side of the Rocky Mountain Trench. It is shadowed by the peaks of the Stanford Range. Dry Gulch is often used as an overflow campground for the popular Kootenay National park nearby. Dry Gulch Provincial Park is located 5 miles (8 km) south of Radium on the East side of the Rocky Mountain Trench - five minutes south of Radium Hot Springs
Eagle Ranch
A spectacular 18-hole championship golf course located in the heart of the Columbia Valley near Invermere. It was designed by the renowned golf course architect William G. Robinson. Eagle Ranch has been skillfully sculpted from a meandering network of rolling canyons and elevated bluffs. Play this prestigious 6600-yard course as it winds itself around ravines, combining tee shots and fairways with panoramic views, stunning perspectives and lush greens. Call 877-877-3889 for more information.
Greywolf
One of the greatest mountain golf experiences worldwide can be had here! With bent grass from tee to green and water meandering through 10 of its 18 holes, the course offers a background of spectacular mountain vistas for each shot. Golf Digest's "Best Golf Course in British Columbia - 2003" is located at Panorama Mountain Village in the ancient Purcell Mountains near Invermere. Call 888-473-9965 for more information.
Invermere Pynelogs Cultural Centre
View the exhibits, enjoy the music festivals, theatrical productions, concerts and workshops that are all housed and featured at the Invermere Pynelogs Cultural Centre. The building was once a hospital and was constructed in 1914 by a former Lieutenant Governor of BC.
1720 4th Avenue, Invermere, BC
James Chabot Provincial Park
Nestled between the towering peaks of the Purcell and Rocky Mountains, this day-use area provincial park is situated at the north end of 15 kilometres long Windermere Lake. A broad, sandy beach backed with open, grassy play areas offers pleasant surroundings for families who enjoy lakeshore recreation. Windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming are popular activities. There is an adventure playground and a volleyball court. Call 250-422-3003 for more information.
Windermere Lake
Windsurfing can be an elevating experience when it takes place between the towering peaks of the Rockies and the ridges of the Purcells. Launch from the wide, sandy beach in James Chabot Provincial Park in Invermere where strong winds arise with regularity on summer afternoons. Nearby at Canal Flats Provincial Park to the south of Invermere, windsurfers can breeze along on Columbia Lake, getting a head start on the same waters that eventually flow through the Columbia River Gorge in Oregon, one of the preeminent windsurfing spots on the continent. Fishing: Windermere Lake in Invermere has good trout fishing. You'll find a boat launch at James Chabot Provincial Park.
Windermere Valley Golf Cours
This is a popular choice with local golfers as Windermere Valley Golf Course boasts one of Columbia Valley's largest mens and ladies clubs. The course has a layout known for its fairness to golfers, especially those of novice or intermediate skill. Wide, level fairways forgive all but the most errant of shots, and the course's light sprinkling of water and sand hazards allows some golfers to play a less cautious style than they might elsewhere. Call 250-342-3004 for more information.
1881 Windermere Loop Road, Invermere, BC
Windermere Valley Pioneer Museum
The Windermere Valley Pioneer Museum is composed of six buildings, and each is furnished with pioneer artifacts. You will even find a log CPR station is also on display here.
622 3rd Street, Invermere, BC