Walk a high-arched route over Marble Canyon’s brilliant blue waters, take an ice walk through an ancient gorge, then unwind in the clear, odourless pools of Radium Hot Springs. This full-day loop pairs short hikes with restorative soaking and Rocky Mountain views.
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You step onto a narrow footbridge and the canyon opens: a ribbon of blue water threads far below, limestone walls carved by millennia standing like patient, weathered hosts. Wind moves through the Mitchell and Vermilion ranges, and the seven crossing bridges at Marble Canyon give shifting angles—each one a new dare to look down and watch the river pull on the rock.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
10–11 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for travellers who can walk 1–3 miles on uneven ground and tolerate a full day of touring; minimal sustained elevation gain.
Wildlife
History
The hot springs and valleys were used by Indigenous peoples for millennia; early 20th-century tourism and the construction of Highway 93/95 made Radium a public draw for its mineral waters.
Conservation
Both Kootenay National Park and the Radium area are managed to protect riparian zones and limit off-trail travel; follow Leave No Trace principles and respect thermal feature regulations.
Reserve your spot on the Radium Hot Springs and Marble Canyon Advanture today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Sturdy footwear
Wear grippy hiking shoes—the canyon trails are short but rocky and bridges can be slick, especially near spray or ice.
Bring swimwear & towel
Pack a quick-dry towel and swimsuit for the Radium pools—changing facilities are limited during busy periods.
Accept or carry traction
Ice-walk sections may need cleats; commercial tours often provide them, but bring your own if you have cold-weather traction.
Know your limits
Long day with road transfers; not recommended for people with serious cardiovascular issues—listen to the guide and rest as needed.
Hiking shoes with traction
Provide stability on rocky boardwalks, bridges and potentially icy approaches.
Swimsuit and quick-dry towel
Needed for a comfortable soak at Radium Hot Springs.
Insulating layer & wind jacket
Keeps you warm on exposed viewpoints and in the canyon where wind chills quickly drop.
spring
Microspikes or ice cleats
Useful for icy walk sections—tours may supply cleats but personal fit is more secure.
winter