Hot Springs of the British Columbian Interior


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The Village of Nakusp on the Arrow Lakes is home to two Hot Springs resorts. Nakusp Hot Springs and Halcyon Hot Springs. Halcyon is the newest commercial hot spring location in BC. Set in one of the most picturesque areas of British Columbia, I would strongly recommend a visit to this unique area.

Located on Highway 93/5 is the hot springs resort of Fairmont. With rolling golf courses and a nearby ski hill, this little community offers year round recreations. The land was originally owned by an English homesteader called George Geary who turned it over to a man by the name of Sam Brewer in 1888. The homes of theses early owners can still be seen on the property.

Named by Mrs. Galbraith the wife of a ferry operator at Fort Steele, Fairmont has changed hands a few times ending up in the hands of Lloyd Wilder who began the expansion of the site and added the gold courses and an airstrip so that people could fly in for a weekend of relaxation. Fairmont's website has details of rates accommodations, recreational facilities and lots more, including the history of the area.

Closer to the Alberta border, at the entrance to Kootenay National Park at the junction of Highways 93 and 95 lies the resort town of Radium Hotsprings.

With quaint little stores and Alpine style buildings, Radium offers a relaxing atmosphere in which to enjoy the breathtaking mountain scenery, many outdoor activities and of course - those hot springs to soak away the stress. I also strongly recommend the ice cream in this town! There's one main street so you won't miss it!

In case anyone is wondering why I have not mentioned Harrison Hot Springs in this article that is because my articles feature the interior region of BC. Also a very beautiful part of the province, I really enjoyed my trip to Harrison Hotsprings! Vancouver Island is also home to a number of hots prings and details can be found at the great Outdoor Recreation Pages.

Near to Revelstoke on Highway 1 in the heart of the Rocky Mountains you can find Canyon Hotsprings.

Apparently the mineral waters here were discovered by Canadian Pacific Railway Workers in the early 1900's. The "ghost" town of Albert Canyon is located just south of the hot springs. This resort is seasonal, open from

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