5. Blaze a Trail
Rev the sleds for a tour through seemingly endless groomed trails.
When it comes to vertical thrills, British Columbia delivers. Canada’s westernmost province is home to 10 mountain ranges and 13 ski resorts—plus heli- and cat-skiing were born here. But there’s more to entice when the snow flies.
Here are five ways to bundle up and experience the Thompson Okanagan region this winter.
1. Slip into Snowshoes
Explore former railway trestles by snowshoe near Kelowna, and take in dramatic canyon views.
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2. Use Your Pedal Power
Fat bike along snowy trails and earn a little street tred.
3. Make Cross-Country Tracks
Schuss along Canada’s largest network of groomed cross-country ski trails at SilverStar Mountain Resort.
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4. Go for a Spin
Lace up the skates on an outdoor rink at a ski resort.
SilverStar Mountain Resort
Big White Ski Resort
Snowmobiling in the Thompson Okanagan region
Bonus:
Discover more winter fun in and around Kelowna.
Winter Fun in Kelowna
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Cover image: Fat biking in the Thompson Okanagan | Matt Clark
WRITTEN BY: Carla Mont
From: Vancouver
Carla Mont is a former Prairie girl who lives by the ocean. A full-time DBC staffer, she is passionate about Canadian authors, artists, designers, and chefs. A fan of fantastic food, Carla can often be spotted sampling the latest offerings at local kitchens—preferably with a glass of BC bubbly.
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