COVID-19 and your visit to Radium Hot Springs

Openings and services differ across the country. Please check the Parks Canada national information portal dedicated to COVID-19 for regular updates.

Important information about your visit to Radium Hot Springs

Radium Hot Springs operates on a first come, first served basis. Reservations and pre-booked tickets are not available.

Your safety and the safety of Parks Canada staff is our first priority.

Rules you must follow

BC provincial health orders must be followed:

  • Stay home if you are ill

Violence, verbal and/or physical abuse:

  • Will not be tolerated
  • Be polite and follow directions from Parks Canada staff
  • Those who do not comply with site rules will be directed to leave
  • Failure to do so will result in the RCMP being called and may result in the closure of the facility

Alcohol and intoxicating substances:

  • are not permitted at the facility, including in the lineup. 

Food:

  • Is not permitted in the building or pools

Swimwear:

  • You must wear appropriate swimwear while in the hot springs
  • In addition to traditional North American swimwear, patrons may wear: long-sleeved shirt and pants, t-shirts and shorts or any other swimwear that allows them to feel comfortable whether for cultural, religious, personal preference, and/or medical / health reasons
  • All swimwear must be different from the clothing the patron arrived in, freshly laundered and not impair the patron's ability to swim and the lifeguard's ability to perform a rescue in the event of an emergency
  • Underwear on its own is not appropriate swimwear

What's open (updated October 11, 2022)

Open: Radium Hot Springs

What to expect:
  • Wearing a mask is recommended in public indoor spaces.
  • Last entry is 30 minutes prior to close.
  • Swimsuit and towel rentals are available.
  • Towels are available for purchase.

Open: Banff Upper Hot Springs

  • Open seven days per week
Your safety when visiting

  • Smoking,vaping and the consumption of alcohol are prohibited. Those who appear intoxicated will be denied entry
  • Dress for the weather and arrive prepared to wait outdoors. This means you may wish to pack sunglasses, sunscreen, a water bottle and a hat when it is hot
  • Sanitize your hands when you enter the building
  • Shower with soap prior to entering the pool
  • Follow all of local and provincial pool regulations during your visit

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