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Area F (Columbia Lake/Windermere Lake)

Windermere Lake loop via Windermere Lake — Invermere

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Area F (Columbia Lake/Windermere Lake)

Windermere Lake loop via Windermere Lake — Invermere

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Windermere Lake loop via Windermere Lake — Invermere

04:59

18.2km

280m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 19, 2025

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Start point

Parking

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1.33 km

Markin-MacPhail Westside Legacy Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Markin-MacPhail Westside Legacy Trail is a 25 kilometer multi-use trail linking the towns of Invemere and Fairmont. The trail is dotted with a number of picnic area, viewpoint, benches, …

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5.39 km

Picnic Table With View of Windermere Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

Bench with a view, overlooking Windermere and the Lake. The Markin-MacPhail Westside Legacy Trail can get quite steep at times, so a nice rest with a view may be very welcome.

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8.52 km

Lake Windermere

Highlight • Lake

Nestled in British Columbia’s East Kootenay region along the Columbia River system, Windermere Lake is a tranquil 13-kilometre lake celebrated for its warm shallow waters, wide sandy beaches, and relaxed …

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18.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.50 km

6.63 km

1.61 km

466 m

Surfaces

9.65 km

7.06 km

1.03 km

466 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (930 m)

Lowest point (820 m)

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Thursday 9 July

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14°C

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