Radium Hot Springs

Radium is the historic gateway to the Canadian Rockies, offering the most dramatic mountain entrance in the Columbia Valley

Radium is the "Warm Side of the Canadian Rockies," offering a year-round community where mountain adventure meets world-class relaxation. For the Alberta buyer, Radium is the most accessible point of the Valley—just a 3-hour drive from Calgary—and home to a recreational population that outnumbers permanent residents by nearly 4 to 1.

Feature	Quick Facts for Buyers
Location	The "Warm Side of the Rockies" at the entrance to Kootenay National Park.
Accessibility	Scenic 3-hour drive from Calgary; 90 minutes from Banff.
Top Amenities	Radium Hot Springs Pools, Springs & Radium Golf Courses, and Sinclair Creek Trail.
Wildlife Identity	Home to a world-famous, healthy population of Bighorn Sheep seen daily.
Population	Voted friendliest town in Canada; ~1,600 residents (2026 projection).
Investment Signal	38.3% YoY revenue growth for active STR listings (2026 data).

The Lifestyle Vibe: Authentic & Connected

Radium offers a "better nature" lifestyle focused on kindness and the awe-inspiring mountains. It is a walkable, inclusive village where residents and second-home owners mingle at local eateries and floral-lined streets. Whether you are seeking a quiet weekend to recharge or a journey of heart-pumping adventure, you'll find it here.

Historic Radium Hot Springs village streets with local Bighorn Sheep Authentic mountain living

Radium's 4-to-1 recreational-to-permanent resident ratio creates a vibrant village atmosphere that feels like a year-round vacation.

The Investment Angle: Approachable Mountain Living

In 2026, Radium remains one of the most stable and approachable entry points for the BC Interior.
The "Warm Side" Advantage: Enjoy a longer golf and hiking season compared to high-altitude mountain resorts.
STR Potential: With over 250,000 annual visitors to the hot springs alone, Radium properties offer consistent demand for short-term rental use.
Deep-Link Opportunity: View Radium Hot Springs Condos to see active listings with high rental desirability.

The Springs Golf Course in Radium Hot Springs – Year-round golf and mountain views in BC.

Property owners in Radium enjoy one of the longest golf seasons in the Rockies, often beginning while nearby ski hills are still in operation.

Beyond the Springs: Radium’s Best Kept Secrets

The Bighorn Social: Radium is famously home to a very healthy population of Bighorn Sheep. Seeing the herd meander through town is a daily reminder of the "Authentic" mountain experience.
The Old Coach Trail: For those who want the view without the national park crowds, this trail offers breathtaking, wide-open views of the Columbia River and the Purcell Mountains.
Spur Valley & Edgewater: Just north of the village, these communities offer affordable housing and "country living" with their own golf courses and local farmers' markets.