Attractions
A group of friends walking on a bridge (Patrice Halley photo)
The Thompson Okanagan's endless sunny summer days allow wineries, markets, gardens, farms and orchards to flourish – it's also ideal for waterslides and amusement parks.
Interspered among the vineyards, lakes and fields are museums and historic sites that highlight Aboriginal culture, railways, pioneer farms and more.
Visit a winery on a wine tour or learn about the desert and Aboriginal culture at the Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre. Pick up fresh fruit and veggies at a roadside stand or stop by Historic O'Keefe Ranch for a taste of history. The Kettle Valley Steam Railway is a fun way to take in the scenery and live entertainment at the same time.
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Thompson Okanagan Places of Interest
Here are a few ideas of attractions to experience in the Thompson Okanagan:
- Plan a wine tour. There are more than 100 wineries in the Thompson Okanagan. Taste award-winning vintages, enjoy a meal with a vineyard and lakeside view, or attend a wine festival – there's one for every season!
- The Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre showcases Okanagan First Nations culture and the unique Osoyoos desert environment. Walk along sagebrush habitat trails and watch a rattlesnake demonstration.
- Historic O’Keefe Ranch, established in 1867, is a ranching heritage site. Walk through the elegant Victorian dining room of the O’Keefe house or visit the general store to see floor to ceiling artifacts.
- Sample some of the freshest food at farms and orchards. Watch bees perform a “honey dance,” stroll in a field of alpacas, or learn how maple syrup is made.
- On the Kettle Valley Steam Railway, board a 1912 steam locomotive for a 90-minute historical tour that features lake and canyon scenery and live entertainment (such as the Great Train Robbery).
Family Attractions
Bring the family to British Columbia Wildlife Park in Kamloops for a close-up look at cougars, grizzlies, bighorn sheep, moose and more. Kids can pet a pygmy goat, let loose in the playground, or ride the “Wildlife Express” (a replica steam locomotive).
Cool down the family at Atlantis Waterslides, which has 10 waterslides ranging from “kiddie slides” to the “Double Trouble” thrill-seeker slide. Also enjoy the giant hot tub, picnic area and mini-golf course.
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9380 Hwy 97 N
Vernon, British Columbia
V1T 6M8
Websitehttp://www.okeeferanch.ca
Toll-free
Phone250-542-7868
Founded in 1867, Historic O'Keefe Ranch tells the story of ranching in BC. Guests tour the opulent O'Keefe Mansion, the heritage boardwalk, visit artisans, view antique farm equipment, see ancient breed farm animals and can view a intricate model railway upstairs at the Greenhow Museum. Visit the Rose Garden and St. Anne's Church, both popular venues for weddings and enjoy some heritage candy at the site of the original Okanagan post office. Horse and pony rides are offered, events are hosted and visitors can also camp in our small on site and unserviced campground. Restaurant and gift shop on site.
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3 - 510 Lorne St
Kamloops, British Columbia
V2C 1W3
Websitehttp://www.kamrail.com
Toll-free
Phone250-374-2141
Spirit of Kamloops Ghost Train & Spirit of Christmas Special Events Rolling Stock: Steam Locomotive #2141 is unavailable in 2013 due to mechanical repairs being required. We hope to be back for 2014!
Journey back in time aboard our steam-powered heritage train. On the "Spirit of Kamloops" railtour, visitors enjoy reenactments of railway operations as they were in the past, including staff in period uniforms.
In 1906, just east of Kamloops, Bill Miner & his gang robbed a CPR train & made off with the loot. The reenactment of the Bill Miner Train Robbery is a big part of the entertainment on this trip providing some exciting wild-west horsemanship at the finish of the journey.
Guided walking tours of the KRH Park site, seasonal special events, group rates, private charters are also available.
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5617 Oyama Lake Rd
Lake Country, British Columbia
V4V 2C9
Websitehttp://www.oyamazipline.com
Toll-free888-947-2869
Phone250-548-4129
An Okanagan must. This family attraction now bigger! better! Plus booking corporate & group parties. Don't miss 'trapdoor starts' & racing lines unique to Oyama. Total of 7 zipline rides... some fast (clocked 85 km/hr), some high, some long with 180º panoramic lakeviews over Kalamalka Lake plus vineyard vistas over Wood Lake. The shuttle, tours & rope bridges are fun in themselves. 2-3 hrs, a thrill for every age. Best of all, Oyama Zipline is central & within 20 minutes of 20 beaches & parks. Scenic & pleasant routes so typically Okanagan. Within minutes of restaurants, patio bars, farmers' markets, art galleries, shopping.
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8km Up Princeton Ave
Peachland, British Columbia
V0H 1X2
Websitehttp://www.ZipZone.ca
Toll-free
Phone855-947-9663
Get High in the Okanagan - Canada's HIGHEST zipzines!
6 breathtakingly high ziplines crossing Peachland Creek. Nestled in the hills just 20 mins from Kelowna, ZipZone has the highest ziplines in BC. Our lines are so high we needed special permission from Transport Canada to install them, because planes could fly under them!
Enjoy our Unique Interpretive Trail and replica Tipi and visit our Puzzlearium for hours of family fun.
Spend the day in our local boutique wineries, take a quad tour, paddle a kayak or visit the beautiful town of Peachland. There's so much to do here!
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