Thompson Okanagan Historic & Heritage Sites
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Founded in 1867, the ranch was at the end of the wagon road into the Okanagan Valley & the site of the stage coach depot. Like most early ranches, it was a small community with a post office, blacksmith shop & even its own church. O'Keefe Ranch tells the story of early BC ranching & endeavours to preserve the history & culture for future generations. Come visit, you will be glad you did. Guided tours in several languages are offered.
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The Kettle Valley Steam Railway offers you the romance of a bygone era as you steam along the only preserved section of the historic Kettle Valley Railway. This unique 90 minute journey takes you through beautiful rural Summerland & onto the Trout Creek Bridge with a stunning view of Okanagan Lake & the canyon below. The sight & sound of our restored 1912 steam locomotive, an observation game for kids & lively musical entertainment make every run memorable for the whole family. Special events include our thrilling Great Train Robbery & barbecues. Don't forget to bring your camera!!!!
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Standing on the site of a pioneer farm, R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum are the Shuswap’s biggest heritage attraction. Take a guided tour through the municipally-designated Haney Heritage House, restored to its genteel past. Explore the village, consisting of relocated and replicated buildings from Salmon Arm’s early days.
Take the family dog on a leash for a 1.1 km nature walk. The easy 30-minute stroll takes visitors through four climatic zones.
Always popular, Dinner Theatre begins July 3rd with shows Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays all summer. An old fashioned meal and interactive play promises to delight audiences.
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The SS Sicamous, the largest remaining steel-hulled sternwheeler in Canada is located on the southern shores of Lake Okanagan in Penticton, British Columbia. Step back in time, experience life as it was lived aboard these historic vessels in the early part of the 20th Century. Tour these lovingly restored vessels or take in a concert or play onboard The S.S. Sicamous, or tour the other ships onsite. These 4 vessels are historical artifacts & form the Okanagan Inland Marine Heritage Park. In the late 1800's and early 1900's, over 500 sternwheeler's served the inland waters of The Columbia River system in Western Canada. The S.S. Sicamous and her sister ship The S.S. Naramata are two of only 3 remaining in British Columbia.
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Minutes from town, miles from ordinary. Celebrating 77 years & welcoming over half a million visitors each year from all over the world. Be sure to stop by for fresh fruits & vegetables grown right here on our farm as well as delicious made from scratch fruit pies & other baked delights. Be sure to bring the kids to play in our farm themed park or have a visit with our farm animals. It is always a must to shop our unique country themed gift store, speciality foods & beautiful housewares. Whatever your family is in the mood for, Davison's has something for everyone.
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Fintry Provincial Park includes the former Fintry Farm Estate, a heritage site with a colourful history. There is over 2 km of waterfront property with surrounding mountains & canyons that offer camping, swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, wildlife viewing & great location for power boating.
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Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre is a family oriented cultural attraction operated by the Osoyoos Indian Band. The award-winning rammed-earth interpretive centre is an architectural marvel, built into the hillside using sustainable building techniques. Here you can explore the culture of the Okanagan First Nations & learn about the unique plants & animals of the Osoyoos desert. The 22 ha site features cultural exhibits, walking trails, outdoor sculptures & hands-on displays. Highlights include a reconstructed aboriginal village with daily guided walks & rattlesnake demonstrations in the summer. Visit Coyote’s Gifts for First Nations art, handwork, books, clothing & giftware.
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Museum exhibits feature oral history & legends of the Secwepemc (Shuswap) with historical photos & artifacts. Visit archaeological remains of a 2000 year old village, reconstructed pithouses, ethnobotanical gardens showing traditional plant use. A marsh attracts many birds for viewing.
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Quiet, private, gated, family resort. 18, 2 bedroom & 2, 3 bedroom housekeeping cottages, dishwashers, twin, bunk, queen or king beds, satellite TV/DVD, decks, playground, firepits, bbq gazebo, large modern dock, water trampoline, moorage, boat rentals. Many area amenities including marina, 18 hole championship golf courses, river rafting, shopping, restaurants. Lake offers many Provincial Parks including Haig Brown with the world famous Adams River Salmon Run. Families who houseboated on the Shuswap in earlier years choose to stay with us when their children need space to play. Primarily full week bookings during July & August (Saturday-Saturday) wkly rates.
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Lodging Rates (subject to change): $170.00 - $550.00
Peaceful riverfront property situated in mountains, 19 km west of Mount Robson. Queen beds, sleeping cabins available, free wireless internet, satellite TV, fridges, microwaves, in-room coffee service. Teepees, RV-sites with hookups, showers, picnic spots, licenced dining, patio, convenience store. Packages available for ATVing, dog sledding, fishing, river rafting, cat skiing/snowboarding. Many winter activities available, snowmobiling, tubing & tobogganing. Near hiking, mountaineering & cycling.
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Campground Rates (subject to change): $16.00 - $31.00Lodging Rates (subject to change): $33.00 - $129.00