Full-DAy Hikes With PLaywest
Hiking in British Columbia, around Kootenay National Park and the Canadian Rockies is an experience that no one should go without. Playwest's Full-Day hikes are home to some of the most iconic hikes in the world. We are blessed with countless trails with awe-inspiring views of glaciers, alpine tarns, turquoise lakes, meadows chalked full of wildflowers and so much more.
You may have heard of some of our favourite day hikes in Kootenay National Park and even a few hiking trails near Banff and Invermere:
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Jumbo Pass Trail
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Farnham Glacier Overlook
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Pedley Pass
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Stanley Glacier Trail
Our Signature Day Hike is one of our most exciting tours. It is a semi-customized guided hike based on the group's needs. Maybe you have a trail in mind where we could take you, or maybe not. Maybe you know what you'd like to see, or maybe you'd like to be surprised. We are here to make your hiking dreams come true!
Full-DAy HIking Tours
A hiking experience you won’t forget
Why choose us?
Top-Ranked Hiking Guide in Invermere
Hikers have spoken! We only have 5-star reviews on Google and TripAdvisor. Check it out for yourself and see what other's are saying.
Local Hiking Experts
The Canadian Rockies and Purcell Mountains are our backyard, they are our home. We've been exploring this area for decades and know all of the peaks, valleys and the best waterfalls.
Professional Outdoor Guides
All of our guides are members of several professional associations, the most notable being the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG). They aim to inspire and educate our guests in a fun and safe environment, learning about our surroundings through story telling and the odd bad joke.
All-Inclusive Guided Hikes
You're on a hiking vacation, so won't have to lift a finger...but you will need to lift a foot. We handle the transportation, hiking permits, freshly packed lunches and you can even use gear from our fleet (for free), if you need it.
What the Playwest Adventurers Say
Hiking Reviews
Rated 5 stars on Google
Chris led us through some stunning hikes around the Invermere area. I really appreciated all of the guidance and tips on how to navigate more challenging terrain, including steep slopes and icy paths. Chris is extremely knowledgeable about the area and its geology, flora and fauna, so we learned a lot on each hike. He is a fabulous guide and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Playwest!
Michelle K
Google - 5 Stars
My husband and I had an epic day hiking Pedley Pass with Chris! I was a bit nervous leading up to the trailhead, and appreciated being checked in on. We felt super safe on the trail and definitely jived with Chris’ sense of humour. He really gave us confidence on the trail and made it a memorable day! We’ll for sure be booking a guided hike with Chris again in the future.
Cindy L
Google - 5 Stars
Frequently Asked Questions
About OUr Full-Day Tours
You got it! We're going to provide you with a full packing list for the hike that you have chosen. While some hikes require different equipment, depending on the length of hike, here are a few items to get you started:
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Hiking pack
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Minimum 1 litre of water
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Other items here
After you've booked your hike, we will provide you with a full list.
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All of our full-day hiking programs include a packed lunch. We work with Kootenay Coffee Works to provide you with a nutritious lunch complete with homemade baked goods! Kootenay Coffee Works can accommodate any food allergies or sensitivities you may have. Just let us know in advance and we will make sure you are well taken care of.
While we do like traveling in the mountains with kids, some of our hikes can be quite long. For that reason we have an age limit of 12 and up to keep our trips flowing and enjoyable for all.
We sure do! Many of our trips start deep in the backcountry and require a 4-wheel drive vehicle to access the trailheads. We include transportation to and from these locations in “Koni”, our fully loaded Yukon. We can accommodate a maximum of 6 people in Koni. Koni is a great new addition to our program and we are sure you will be super comfortable as we make our way to the start of the hike.
