Located at the confluence of the South and North Thompson rivers in BC's semi-arid grasslands, Kamloops is a hotbed of outdoor activities.
Sandstone canyons, grasslands and evergreen timberlands play host to incredible hiking, mountain biking and camping. Kamloops is also a major golfing destination, with around a dozen courses close by. More than 100 lakes and two major rivers provide great fishing, kayaking, canoeing, rafting and tubing.
In the winter, outdoor activities abound. Do some exploring on snowshoes or cross-country skis; take the kids tubing or tobogganing, or to an outdoor ice rink; or visit nearby Sun Peaks Resort for some downhill action. Want to go faster? Try one of several snowmobiling destinations. For those who'd rather take it slow, there are horse-drawn sleigh rides and tranquil lakes for ice fishing.
Kamloops also takes pride in its vibrant arts community and its First Nations culture, represented in various cultural sites throughout the city, and in theatre and music festivals and events held annually.
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Highlights
Golf
Arguably the most iconic course in the city is the award-winning Tobiano, one of the top courses in BC. Keeping your eye on the ball is a challenge with the dramatic views over Kamloops Lake. Another must-play is The Dunes, its fairways lined with wild grasses.
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Kamloops Heritage Railway
Prepare for adventure as you board this steam-powered heritage train and ride into the city's past. Costumed staff take visitors back in time on a scenic tour that includes a 1927 trestle bridge crossing. The highlight is a thrilling reenactment of a 1906 train robbery!
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Fishing
The Kamloops trout is sought after by anglers from around the world. This tenacious fish is strong, fast, and it can jump three times its length straight into the air! Whether you prefer lake or river fishing, fishing from a boat or fishing from shore, Kamloops has the perfect spot for you.
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Mountain Biking
Kamloops is a popular mountain biking destination with terrain well suited for riders of all abilities. Beginners will find everything from flat trails to rolling double track. More advanced riders have options ranging from local trails to the Sun Peaks Bike Park to the technically challenging Kamloops Bike Ranch.
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Sun Peaks Resort
Sun Peaks is a family oriented, four-season resort that boasts excellent skiing and snowboarding in the winter, as well as extensive cross-country trails and facilities for ice skating, tubing and dog sledding. In summer, hiking, mountain biking and golf are the popular activities.
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BC Wildlife Park
This expansive park is home to a wide variety of animals, big and small. Come learn about bears, moose, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, cougars, lynx, bald eagles, owls and snakes, among others. The park has many activities to keep the little ones happy, including a splash park, a miniature train ride and a petting zoo.
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Secwepemc Museum and Heritage Park
See the archaeological remains of a 2000 year-old Shuswap Nation winter village site. Explore the reconstructed village, including a fish drying rack and a smokehouse, and walk inside a reconstructed winter pit house. Also interesting is the on-site ethnobotanical garden.
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Kamloopa Pow Wow
The biggest pow wow in British Columbia is hosted every August by the Tk'emlups te Secwepemc (Kamloops First Nation). The Kamloopa Pow Wow is a weekend-long event attracting First Nations singers, dancers, artists and performers from across western Canada and the US.
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