Self-Guided Invermere to Radium Paddle
Flat-water paddle; beginner and family friendly
Return transportation included (own boat pick up option availabile - subject to minimum numbers on pick up)
Paddle from the Invermere Launch, through the wetlands and down the river to Radium
Spend a leisurely morning or afternoon on the Lazy Columbia River, taking in the spectacular scenery and enjoying lunch or snacks on a sandbar or the shoreline along the way
The Columbia River Wetlands provide habitat for more than 250 species of birds: eagles, osprey and herons are commonly sighted throughout the year, as well as various species of wildlife
Book by pick-up time (at the end of your paddle) and check in at the Invermere Launch approximately 4 hours before
Have your own equipment? You can book an own boat shuttle (still arrive to check-in before you paddle)
Meet at the Invermere Launch
Check in, safety and trip talk
Paddle from Invermere to Radium
Meet your pre-booked returned shuttle in Radium
Return shuttle from Radium to Invermere
- Water and a snack
- Rain gear if forecasted
- Additional layers
- Hat and sunscreen
- Camera
- Binoculars
- Footwear that might get a little wet or dirty
- Return transportation from Radium to Invermere at the end of your paddle
- Safety/Trip talk
- Basic dry land paddling tips
- Throw bag & bailing bucket
- Personal Flotation Device (PFD) equiped with safety whistle
- Paddle(s)
- Canoe/kayak/SUP as per your booking
Note: If you are booking an 'own boat pick up', the pick up is subject to minimum numbers; we will contact you if your trip needs to be rescheduled.
Bringing your own boat? Please follow the Invasive Species Council of BC's Clean, Drain, Dry guidelines and help to reduce the spread of harmful aquatic invasive species.
We DO NOT recommend inflatable tubes for own boat pick ups (kayaks, SUPs etc only)
Booked the 1pm pick up? Arrive around 9am
Booked the 3pm pick up? Arrive around 10:30am
Booked the 4pm pick up? Arrive around 11:30am
Booked the 5pm pick up? Arrive around 12:30pm
Dry bags are available to borrow (deposit required) or purchase to keep your valuables dry
Your well-behaved, leashed dog may join you in our canoes and on the Invermere to Radium trip and return shuttle
Cancellations made more than 24 hours before the rental time will receive a 100% refund
Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the rental time, will not receive a refund
No-shows will be charged 100% of the rental
All our rentals and tours operate RAIN OR SHINE. We do not refund for inclement weather unless the weather makes for an unsafe environment.
In high winds or other adverse conditions, Columbia River Paddle reserves the right to cancel or reschedule rentals or tours, based on management’s assessment of conditions. We will reschedule your rental or tour or offer a full refund if this occurs
Please be aware, we reserve the right to refuse service in the following circumstances with NO refund:
- Participants that are found to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Inappropriate behaviour/language toward staff or other guests