OVERVIEW
Craving a year-round destination for outdoor sports, arts and culture? Be sure to add Kamloops to your list, accessible via the Coquihalla Highway. Take the Kamloops Wine Trail and enjoy your choice of local vineyards and cideries, or drive to Wells Gray Provincial Park or Sun Peaks Resort for awe-inspiring views and plenty of activities.
Top things to do
Credit: Leigh Kolodka / Sun Peaks Resort
Ski or hike at Sun Peaks Resort
Ski, snowboard, snowshoe, dogsled and skate in the winter, and hike and bike in the summer at Sun Peaks Resort.
Credit: Kamloops Tourism / Mary Putnam
Taste local wines and beers
Take the Kamloops Wine Trail, or tantalize your taste buds with craft beers from local breweries. And if you have a thirst for cider, head to Logan Lake to sample some of BC’s best cider.
Credit: Kamloops Golf & Country Club
Play a round of golf
Golf at your choice of 11 local golf courses; available for eight months out of the year, with plenty of sunshine and warm weather.
Credit: Destination BC / Andrew Strain
Explore Wells Gray Provincial Park
Drive 90 minutes north to Wells Gray Provincial Park for awesome wildlife viewing, including moose, bears and mountain goats, plus lots of water activities, including kayaking, canoeing and white-water rafting. And don't forget to visit Helmcken Falls—Canada's fourth highest waterfall, and twice the height of Niagara Falls.
Credit: Kamloops Tourism / Candace Lewis
Enjoy local arts
Enjoy vibrant culture at local galleries, the Old Courthouse Centre and Sagebrush Theatre. And keep an eye out for concerts and festivals throughout the year.
Places to stay
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Accent Inns Kamloops
The Accent Inns Kamloops is a family-friendly hotel close to many of Kamloops' main attractions.
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Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre
A family-friendly hotel conveniently located just outside downtown Kamloops.
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Prestige Kamloops Hotel
This hotel offers renovated rooms with city and valley views, centrally located near local attractions.
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Chase
Located where the South Thompson River joins Little Shuswap Lake, Chase is a small, quiet village, perfect for relaxing along the Lake, or enjoying a huge variety of water sports.
Vernon
Adventure to the Okanagan’s oldest city to enjoy year-round activities from hiking trails full of beautiful spring blooms, to an abundance of freshwater lake activities in the summer, to tasting fall’s delicious harvests, to skiing on SilverStar Mountain in the winter, to relaxing and enjoying the scenic views any time of year—there’s something for everyone.
Kelowna
Kelowna is a staple destination for those visiting the Okanagan Valley. Relax by the water or choose from an array of aquatic activities; including water-ski, paragliding, fishing and more. Be sure to leave time for a round of golf, or a visit to one of the region’s famous local vineyards.
Penticton
Located in the heart of the Okanagan Valley, Penticton offers picturesque beaches, year-round recreation, and renowned wineries. Indulge in local cuisine or cycle along the Kettle Valley Rail Trail. Penticton promises a memorable trip for both the outdoor enthusiasts and those looking for some relaxation.
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