 The Kamloops Bike Ranch, Tyler Meade photo
Kamloops Bike Ranch Kamloops Bike Ranch is the most technically advanced municipal bike park in Canada attracting expert riders from around the world to its 26ha/64ac of gullies, silt bluffs of pine trees, sagebrush, open grasslands, and elevation changes of 132m/432ft. To reach Kamloops Bike Ranch, take the Highland Road exit off Highway 1 East and continue up Highland Road. The Park is at the top of the road on the left hand side.
Intermontane Challenge The Intermontane Challenge is an staged, international mountain-bike race that attracts top talent from across Canada and the US to compete for the top prize of $10,000. The 450km/280mi race is held over five days and race trails are available for general use by the public after the event. One of the premier riding areas for the Intermontane Challenge, Kenna Cartwright Nature Park, features an extensive series of trails (also used for hiking) suited to all ability levels through semi-arid and treed terrain, with lots of ups and downs. Take the Trans Canada Highway to Exit #366 north along Copperhead Drive and then west along Hillside Drive to the main entrance.
Sun Peaks Resort Sun Peaks Resort has an ever expanding network of 37 trails totaling 70km/42mi in length, many of which are accessible by chair-lift. Some trails include balance obstacles, bridges, and stunts. Sun Peaks Resort has hosted some of the top mountain-biking race events in Canada.
Mountain Bike Trails near Kamloops About 25 minutes northeast of Kamloops, Paul Lake Circuit is a 20km/13mi layout with good downhill runs. Head to Pinantan Lake for a challenging climb followed by an hour-long descent. At Stake Lake, 20 minutes south of Kamloops on the Lac Le Juene Road, trails – such as Ponderosa, Drifter, Cowpoke, Sidewinder, and McConnell Hill – are suitable for beginner to intermediate riders. Stop by the Kamloops Visitor Centre for more information about mountain biking in the area and locally hosted mountain-biking competitions.
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