Experience the Shuswap

THE SHUSWAP

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SHUSWAP EXPERIENCES

Listen up!

ROOTS & BLUES, SUMMER COMMUNITY CONCERTS, COFFEE HOUSES AND THE NimbleFingers Bluegrass Festival, there’s music all around.

MAKE TRACKS

for our trails.

HIKE, BIKE SNOWSHOE, CROSS-COUNTRY SKI OR BRING YOUR HORSE ALONG FOR A RIDE.

ON A STAND-UP PADDLE BOARD, KAYAK OR CANOE. THERE’S A WATERWAY FOR YOU.

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PADDLE PERFECT LAKES HIT THE PAVEMENT

ON A BIKE, MOTORCYCLE OR CAR - THERE’S PLENTY OF BACK-ROADS TO EXPLORE.

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AT HOME

ON THE WATER. RENT A HOUSEBOAT, AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE.

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BE INSPIRED

BY OUR ARTISANS, WRITERS and MUSICIANS. UNIQUE, AUTHENTIC & SUPERB.

REST & RECHARGE TASTE THE SHUSWAP

AT THE END OF THE DAY REST UP IN A FUNKY B&B, QUIET CAMPSITE OR LUXURIOUS HOTEL. LOCAL ARTISAN FOOD, CHEESE, WINE, BEER & SPIRITS AWAIT BEAUTIFUL BEACHES AND WARM WATER ARE WAITING - WHeTHER NEAR OR FAR.

DIVE IN

GRAB YOUR CLUBS

CHALLENGE YOURSELF ON ROLLING GREENS AMID SPECTACULAR SCENERY.

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Airport

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Boat Launch

Brewery

Camping / Provincial Campsite

Climbing

Cross-country Ski Trail

Equestrian Trail

Golf

Hiking Trail

Hospital

Marina

Mountain Bike Trail

Museum

Off Road Vehicle

Paddle Route

Downhill Ski Area

Snowmobile Trail

Snowshoeing Trail

Travel Information

Winery

Major Highway

Secondary Road

Gravel Road

Provincial Park

7 Distinct Regions AND

Far from ordinary and closer than you think, welcome here. The heart of the traditional territories of the Secwepemc, the meeting of the waters, the Shuswap is a place of gathering. We celebrate the pairing of meaningful experiences. Cycle to a vineyard or paint at the pub, paddle to the park or hike to the hot spring. We live to explore. And every day with us means you’ll find a little more.

It’s a place for families, where you can jump into warm waters from the deck of a houseboat or wander through the woods. A place where you can float down the river or bike down the pier where ice cream is in store. Comb the beach or drive a go-kart. Stay up late for the drive-in or get up early when the fish start.

It’s a place for flavour where you can taste great wines, spirits, craft ciders and beers, explore farmers’ fields and delight in a delicious meal. A place to revel in culture and community; art in the park, music by the shore or theatre under the stars.

It’s a place for adventure where you can change into your hiking shoes, biking shoes, snow shoes, or, bury your toes in the sand and do nothing more. Find hidden natural treasures, witness the amazing cycle of the salmon, and marvel at the beauty of it all.

It’s a place of wonder. From scintillating sunrises to spectacular stargazing, you’ll find experiences to soothe your soul, inspire ideas and mark memorable moments that will last a lifetime.

SPRING

Come alive at Spring Farmers’ Markets

Shuswap FARMERS’ MARKETS

The best thing about the Shuswap is all of the amazing fresh produce at the weekly farm markets throughout the region. For a full list of places and times, visit www.shuswaptourism.ca

WORD ON THE LAKE

A festival for all writers and readers. Sessions include skill development workshops and open forums hosted in a relaxed and intimate setting. Details: wordonthelakewritersfestival.com

Salmon Arm

SALTY DOG ENDURO & STREET FEST

The Salty Dog 6-Hour Enduro is one of the longest running mountain bike races in B.C. – Ride solo or in a team of 2 for 6 hours on some of the best trails in Salmon Arm, B.C.

The Annual Salty Street festival takes place the same weekend as the Salty Dog Enduro in downtown Salmon Arm. For event details, visit www.shuswaptourism.ca

Farmers’ Market

Salty Dog Street Fest

Ross Street Plaza

SUMMER

Splish ‘n Splash at a Shuswap Spray Park

Shuswap

WATER FUN AT THE PARK

Looking for a fun place to cool off with the kids? You will find water spray parks in Sicamous, Salmon Arm, Sorrento and the North Shuswap.

Salmon Arm

WEDNESDAY ON THE WHARF

Concerts are offered throughout July and August at Salmon Arm’s Marine Peace Park. Enoy a lively range of musical styles from blues to rock, and from funk to folk. Listeners are invited to bring their lawn chair or blanket, relax, and enjoy the music. Concerts begin at 6:45pm and go until 8:30pm. Admission is by donation.

ROOTS ‘n BLUES FESTIVAL

World-class music, awe-inspiring landscapes, and a relaxed, welcoming experience. These are the integral parts of the Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival. For more than 30 years, the Salmon Arm Folk Music Society has brought generations of music lovers together in Salmon Arm.

Grindrod GARLIC FESTIVAL

Join in the fun at this amazing festival centered around garlic. The festival offers a fun, interactive event for all ages. The festival runs the third Sunday in August.

Blind Bay MUSIC ON THE BAY

Enjoy this live music concert series hosted by the Arts Council for the South Shuswap. Taking place every Thursday evening on the waterfront in Blind Bay, the music attracts hundreds of audience members from around the Shuswap.

Sorrento Splash Park

Roots & Blues

FALL

Activities for the Whole Family

North Shuswap SALUTE TO THE SALMON

Visit Tsútswecw Provincial Park, anytime from late September to late October, and you’ll find trails that lead to riverside viewing platforms with interpretive signage that provides information on Sockeye Salmon and the salmon run and spawning process. Park Hours: Open everyday from 9AM – 4PM

Shuswap

SHUSWAP ULTRA

The Shuswap Ultra is inclusive and supports all levels of runner; those new to trail running, those looking to complete their first ultra and the seasoned runner that is training to crush a fast course. Hosted over 2 days, the Shuswap Ultra is a 10KM, 20KM & 60KM solo mountain trail event that connects the communities of Salmon Arm and Sicamous.

Salmon Arm PRIDE ARTS & AWARENESS FESTIVAL

The Pride Festivals’s goal is to find creative ways to include the whole community in furthering 2SLGBTQ+ awareness, visibility and acceptance, using the arts as a binding force. Details: salmonarmprideproject.ca

SALMON ARM FAIR

Fun for all ages at this old-fashioned small town fair! Enoy a parade, midway, mini-chuckwagon races, barn dance, livestock shows, horse show, beer garden, kids’ zone, vintage car show and more. Hosted the second weekend in September. Details: salmonarmfair.com

Salute to the Sockeye

Shuswap Ultra

VIKTORIA HAACK PHOTOGRAPHY

WINTER

Explore the Outdoors or Cozy Up Indoors

Salmon Arm WINTER FUNFEST

A winter parade, several artisans and food vendors on site, photos with Santa for kids and pets, sleigh or wagon rides, bonfire, lots of games and activities, live entertainment, all offering the complete family winter festival experience.

South Shuswap SLEIGH RIDES

Enjoy some good “old fashioned” fun in a horse-drawn open sleigh. Sleigh rides , hot cocoa and camp fires are on offer especially during the holiday season. Be sure to book ahead and bring a cozy blanket.

Larch

Hills LANTERN SKI

Ski 6km of trails softly lit by the glow of kerosene lanterns. The Lantern Ski has been a classic holiday tradition at Larch Hills for many years. This family friendly event is by donation.

North Shuswap WINTER FESTIVAL

Families can enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities including curling, snowman building and skating including the community favourite North Shuswap Bed Races. Enjoy tasty hot dogs and hot chocolate, or check out the chili cook off. Swing by The Hub and hang out by the firepits or grab something to sip on in the beer garden.

Shuswap SLEDDING

Home to seven excellent sledding areas including Blue Lake Mountain, Crowfoot Mountain, Eagle Pass, Fly Hills, Owlhead Mountain, Queest Mountain and Spa Hills. Local snowmobile clubs make your adventure memorable and safe.

Winter Festival

Lantern Ski, Larch Hills

VIKTORIA HAACK PHOTOGRAPHY

VIKTORIA HAACK PHOTOGRAPHY

WELCOME TO OUR COMMUNITIES

SALMON ARM

THIS SMALL CITY will leave A big impression

Salmon Arm is the largest community in the Shuswap — smack-dab in the middle of all the region has to offer — conveniently located on Trans Canada Highway 1 and comfortably nestled between the shores of Shuswap Lake and the surrounding hills.

A perfect base for your getaway, the stunning natural surroundings, bustling small city charm, central services and amenities are never more than a few steps away — all wrapped in a casual down-to-earth culture you’re sure to enjoy.

A warm and friendly community welcomes you at its inviting inns, unique boutiques, cozy cafes, local galleries, theatres, parks, paths, markets and more.

Public art galleries, private studios, and local shops showcase the talents of the artisan community whose work you’ll surely want to add to your collection.

A walk along Canada’s longest inland curved wooden wharf is a must as is the foreshore trail and protected bird sanctuary. There are

many more trails within minutes of the city centre for walking, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, snowshoeing and XC skiing. Snowmobilers can head to Fly Hills for over 200 km of sled trails. Cyclists will love riding the outlying roads and the natural scenery.

Music lovers will be in tune here. This city’s love and appreciation for live music is evident year-round especially during the annual Salmon Arm Roots & Blues Festival attracting 25,000 visitors every August. Keep an eye out for the giant treble clef downtown on your way to weekly outdoor concerts at Marine Peace Park or the Ross Street Plaza.

Want more info?

Salmon Arm Visitor Centre, City Hall 500 2 Ave NE | 250.803.4019

ACCOMMODATIONS

C amping, B&Bs, cabins and motels — clean, quaint and relaxed. You’ll find a comfy place.

DINING OPTIONS

From fine dining to comfort food, sweet treats to savoury snacks, great meals await!

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Soak up songs and sun at the Roots & Blues Festival, Wednesday on the Wharf and Ross Street Plaza.

Experience the quiet of winter on miles of groomed cross-country ski trails.

Ride or hike the mountain trails and take in the invigorating scents of nature.

Paddle your board or kayak and watch the wildlife on Shuswap Lake.

Take your kids and the dog for a swim and picnic at Canoe Beach.

Spray, play, skateboard and laugh with the family at Fletcher or Blackburn Parks.

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Travel back in time with dinner theatre at RJ Haney Heritage Village & Museum.

Tantalize your taste buds with local speciality food, artisans and farm market offerings.

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Sip our high altitude wines from local vintners or taste the malted beverages from our craft brewers.

Walk the Wharf! North America’s longest wooden curved inland wharf is right here in our downtown!

Salmon Arm Nature Trail to Foreshore Nature Trail

Wednesday on the Wharf

Northyard Cider Co.

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A little city rich in culture and natural beauty

With amazing clifftop vistas, festivals and museums, wineries and farmers markets, drive-in movies, live music, and spectacular trail systems, experience Enderby to delight all the senses.

Outdoor enthusiasts can journey through lush wilderness, volcanic rock and fossil sites to the breathtaking panoramic views from atop the iconic Enderby Cliffs. The Shuswap River beckons to adventurers and serenity seekers alike, offering unparalleled opportunities for paddling, fishing, swimming and peaceful riverside strolling.

The many trails at Mabel Lake are great for mountain biking and Hunters Range welcomes snowmobilers in the winter and horseback riders and hikers in the summer.

Many artists call Enderby and area home making for a vibrant arts and culture scene. Find their work around town at galleries, shops and restaurants.

Local history has its beginnings with the Splatsin, whose rich culture and tradition shape the community and is shared through many community events.

Looking to go back in time? Try your hand grinding wheat and making rope the oldfashioned way at the Enderby & District Museum.

Shop the funky downtown where you can enjoy a craft brew or a mouthwatering dessert while discovering local art, jewelry and curios to complete your Enderby experience.

Want more info?

Enderby Visitor Information Centre

702 Railway St, Toll free 1.877.213.6509

ACCOMMODATIONS

Camping, B&Bs, cabins and motels — clean, quaint and relaxed. You’ll find a comfy place.

DINING OPTIONS

From fine dining to comfort food, sweet treats to savoury snacks, great meals await!

Gardom Lake

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Things to Do

Hike the iconic Enderby Cliffs for breathtaking views. Visit shuswaptrails.com

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Paddle or float down the Shuswap River.

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Settle in with a movie at the Starlight Drive-In.

Learn about salmon at the Kingfisher Interpretive Centre.

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Discover creations by local artists and artisans at the Courtyard Gallery.

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Fish our many lakes, and along the Shuswap River.

Explore over 150 km of trails on skis or snowshoes at Larch Hills Nordic Area.

Experience the Enderby Open Air Market in April through October in downtown Enderby.

Experience snowmobiling paradise at Hunter’s Range.

Embrace Splatsin culture by visiting the Splatsin Community Centre or Quilakwa Stop ‘N Shop.

Shuswap River @WILDERSIDES @MIGGYNATIVIDAD

FOLKSY

Welcome to the Shuswap’s little wild west

Come relax in this small, tranquil community, where life is full and the pace is deliciously relaxed. Falkland is a settlement of over 800 residents near Highway 97‚ halfway between Kamloops and Vernon. It’s recognized as a ranching community, but forestry, small business and exceptional retirement amenities are all part of the story here.

Drive from Salmon Arm to Falkland through the scenic Salmon Valley, where you will discover a peaceful rural setting. Stop at the small community of Silver Creek to explore our heritage buildings, or sample delicious wines at Ovino Winery on Yankee Flats Road.

Travel south of Salmon Arm on Highway 97B through Ranchero and west to Gardom Lake, an ideal spot for fishing and picnicking for the whole family. Or, continue further south on Highway 97B and take the Deep Creek Road, where dairy farming is a steadfast way of life.

Falkland is home to the century old Falkland Stampede. On May long weekend, if you can hang on for eight seconds you could win a belt buckle!

Your eyes will twinkle at the fun possibilities come December’s Light-up and Falkland Family Christmas Party. Step back in time and visit the Falkland Heritage Park and Museum’s heritage days. And be sure to discover more of the area’s offerings, including opportunities for fishing, hiking and biking, snowshoeing and more!

Want more info?

Visit shuswaptourism.ca

ACCOMMODATIONS

Camping, B&Bs, cabins and motels — clean, quaint and relaxed. You’ll find a comfy place.

DINING OPTIONS

From fine dining to comfort food, sweet treats to savoury snacks, great meals await!

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Things to Do

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Hoot & holler at the Falkland Stampede, one of the oldest in Canada.

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Step back into pioneer days at the Falkland Heritage Park and Museum.

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Go fish! We’ve got 10 lakes within 16 kilometres of town.

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Spin your mountain bike wheels on the Haines Creek multi-use trails.

Check out one of the largest Canadian flags in Canada!

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Pick up a bottle of Ovino Winery’s prize-winning Pinot Tramino.

Find local flavours and crafts at the Falkland Country Market.

For a rustic dining experience, visit Carlisle’s Smoke & Grill Café.

Take a snowmobile for an adventure in Spa Hills.

Grab your ice fishing gear and head to one of the area’s frozen lakes for the day.

Backroad Cycling

Ovino Winery

Gardom Lake

CHASE THE IDEAL PLACE

IS YOUR base FOR WEST ShuswaP ADVENTuRE

From Chase, you can explore Little Shuswap Lake, Neskonlith, Chase Creek, Turtle Valley and the Adams Lake areas.

The village of Chase sits on the shores of Little Shuswap Lake and the South Thompson River Valley. The lakeside location makes Chase a four-season delight offering plenty of amenities. The downtown core blooms with seasonal flower baskets and is a lovely place to stroll through specialty stores, art and culture venues. Stop into a café for a latté, a bannock taco or pick up fresh bread and treats for a picnic downtown or lakeside.

Authentic Indigenous culture excursions start here. Take in a pow wow, taste the food, and go on a canoe journey during summer. Year-round, you can visit a kekuli and take in the stories of the Secwepemc people or experience a healing ceremony in a sweat lodge.

If parks and recreation are more your style, you’ll love the splash pad, skate park, wading pool, and

300 metre long iconic red wharf. Enjoy a day in the sand at Memorial Park beach. Music lovers should be sure to visit Chase in July and August, to enjoy great concerts at Music on the Lake and Chase CornStock.

No Shuswap adventure is complete without time outdoors. Take time for a casual round of golf at Sunshore Golf Course or Talking Rock Resort. Visit the spectacular Chase Creek Falls, marvel at wildflowers along the hiking trails, play in Little Shuswap Lake, or make tracks in crosscountry ski season.

Want more info?

Chase Visitor Info Centre

400 Shuswap Avenue | 250.679.8432

ACCOMMODATIONS

Camping, B&Bs, cabins and motels — clean, quaint and relaxed. You’ll find a comfy place.

DINING OPTIONS

From fine dining to comfort food, sweet treats to savoury snacks, great meals await!

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Things to Do

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Walk out on the iconic red pier and dive into Little Shuswap Lake

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Hit the links with 9 holes of golf at the community’s Sunshore Golf Course.

Do go CHASEing waterfalls with a visit to the Chase Creek Falls.

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Learn about the local history and explore the pioneer cabin at the Chase Museum.

Take a hike up Scatchard Mountain and explore the expanding trail system. Make new friends at the petting zoo, the Donkey Refuge, and Llama Sanctuary.

Discover the unique downtown boutiques and cafés in Chase.

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Join the eagles and cast a fishing line in the South Thompson River.

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Step into your crosscountry skis or snowshoes and play at Skmana Lake.

Load up on local goodness at the Friday Farm & Craft Market, the Corn Stand, and Pumpkin Patch.

Chase Museum

Chase Pier

RUGGED AND REAL IN THE

Unpretentious vacation meets unforgettable recreation

Travel through the North Shuswap’s small communities and immerse yourself in authentic stories of a rural and resilient existence.

The North Shuswap offers an impressive array of great sights and activities such as the incomparable Sockeye Salmon run, an astounding feat of nature. Tsútswecw (pronounced choo-chwek) Provincial Park is a fascinating place to visit any time of the year. The Secwepemc name chosen for the park translates to many rivers.

In winter, the North Shuswap’s nearby Crowfoot and Pukeashan slopes beckon to snowmobilers and skiers looking for powder. Moderate climate and great terrain create an exceptional mountain playground. The Winter Festival held Family Day Weekend in February offers iconic Canadian winter activities such as outdoor skating at Farrell’s Field Skating Rink in Celista. Up to a truly unique experience? Watch the outdoor bed races as teams skillfully steer

their custom themed beds along the race course in Scotch Creek.

The North Shuswap region stretches along 100 kms of shoreline from Lee Creek to Seymour Arm and includes the communities of Scotch Creek, Celista, Magna Bay, Anglemont and St. Ives. You’ll find an unpretenious, quirky North Shuswap culture welcoming visitors all year-round. Pebble beaches, acres of lake to explore, miles of back-country trails, amazing waterfalls and some really good homestyle cafés and bakeries. Come experience it for yourself!

Want more info?

Visit one of our Visitor kiosks, or go to shuswaptourism.ca

ACCOMMODATIONS

Camping, B&Bs, cabins and motels — clean, quaint and relaxed. You’ll find a comfy place.

DINING OPTIONS

From fine dining to comfort food, sweet treats to savoury snacks, great meals await!

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Things to Do

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Marvel at the annual Sockeye Salmon run at Tsútswecw Provincial Park.

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Visit one of our farmers and artisan markets.

Tease your palate with wine from the award-winning Celista Estate Winery.

Enjoy live music at the Hub in Scotch Creek

Hike the 3km loop trail to Albas Falls and enjoy the spectacular beauty of the Celista Creek waterfalls.

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Enjoy a round of golf at Talking Rock Golf Resort or Anglemont Estates Golf.

Grab your fishing rod and discover world class fishing for wild rainbow trout.

Experience traditional Secwépemc Peoples’ Cultural hospitality at Quaaout Lodge.

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Enjoy rapids like the Weir, the Ledge, the Ender Waves and the Adams River Gorge with Adams River Rafting.

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Dig your toes into a soft sandy beach at Silver Sands Provincial Park .

Seymour Falls Trail

Grizzly Mountain

Skmana Lake Trails

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@GRIZZLYLODGE

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SOUTH SHUSWAP

YOUR REJUVENATION DESTINATION

Conveniently located on Trans Canada Highway 1, along the southern shores of Shuswap Lake, the South Shuswap offers magnificent mountain vistas and great lake views. Together with its many boat launches and beaches, it makes for a perfect place for lake enthusiasts. But there’s more to being on the water or at the beach here. The region offers great dining and a burgeoning cultural scene bursting with artisan markets, festivals, amazing culinary events, comedy shows, Small Hall Music Crawl concerts in winter, wine and craft beer tastings and live music all year long. Find what interests you on the calendar of events at shuswaptourism.ca

The South Shuswap is home to organic farms, an organic brewery, and renowned wineries that welcome visitors to come in and taste the Shuswap’s award-winning cool climate wines. There are winter activities too, in the South Shuswap’s moderate climate such as crosscountry skiing, snowshoeing, sleigh rides and ice fishing. Relax at a cabin, heat up the hot chocolate and enjoy winter.

There’s loads to discover here — from preserved railway era buildings and waterfront dining to enchanting cliffs, creeks and waterfalls. Each of the communities within the South Shuswap has a warm welcome for you!

WANT MORE INFO?

For more South Shuswap vacation ideas, check out our self-serve Info kiosks at Balmoral Chevron Gas Station, Blind Bay Marketplace Mall, Blind Bay Village Grocer, Dreamcycle, Eagle Bay Store, Sandy BeachBlind Bay, Sorrento Blind Bay Park, Sorrento Strip Mall, Sunnybrae Park, White Lake Community Hall, visit shuswaptourism.ca

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Things to Do

ACCOMMODATIONS

Camping, B&Bs, cabins and motels — clean, quaint and relaxed. You’ll find a comfy place.

DINING OPTIONS

From fine dining to comfort food, sweet treats to savoury snacks, great meals await!

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Hike the Mount Baldy trail. Look out over Copper Island and Blind Bay.

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Take in the summer concerts at Music in the Bay, Thursday evenings on the waterfront in Blind Bay.

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Discover the Back Hand of God Stout at Crannóg Alesa BC Beer award winner.

Visit Dreamcycle Motorcyle Museum to see an amazing collection of bikes.

Dash through the snow with Walter’s Sleigh Rides.

Catch a rainbow on White Lake - rainbow trout, that is! Experience it by belly boat, canoe, or rent a motorboat..

Our beaches and lake life are awesome! Explore by boat, SUP, canoe or kayak.

Cool off! Take the kids & dogs to the Sorrento Blind Bay Spray Park.

Visit the Sorrento Village Farm Market Saturday mornings or Market by the Bay Thursday evenings in Blind Bay.

Visit Margaret Falls in Herald Provincial Park, a spectacular site not to be missed.

Crannóg Ales

Sorrento Splash Park

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AND THE EAGLE VALLEY, both HAVE SURPRISES IN STORE

Sicamous and its neighbours — Malakwa, Eagle Valley, Craigellachie and Three Valley Gap — boast an astounding natural backdrop for life on the water and the land. From cabins to canoeing, camping to snowmobiling, hiking to houseboating and everything in-between, whether you’re looking to relax and sun-soak or for something more adventurous, Sicamous has an energy all its own that will surely help you find your spark.

In spring, summer and fall you can enjoy every water sport imaginable: houseboating, leisure boating, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, swimming, waterskiing, wakeboarding, fishing and windsurfing.

But that doesn’t water down our other great qualities. The Sicamous area is full of familyfriendly activities such as Crazy Creek Hot Pools, the Last Spike, SkyTrek, Three Valley Lake Ghost Town or the Enchanted Forest. End the day with an ice cream cone on the beach.

Snowmobilers take advantage of four spectacular riding areas with hundreds of kilometres of groomed and ungroomed trails offering an exceptional riding experience. Adventurous cross-country skiers, runners and mountain bikers can try the Larch Hills Traverse‚ a 42 km trail traveling from Salmon Arm to Sicamous, with stunning lake vistas.

Can’t quite decide where to hang your hat? For a uniquely Shuswap vacation, make that dream come true in Sicamous, the Houseboating Capital of Canada.

Want more info?

Sicamous & District Visitor Information Centre 466 Main Street | 250.836.0002

ACCOMMODATIONS

Houseboats, camping, B&Bs, cabins and motels — clean, quaint and relaxed. You’ll find a comfy place.

DINING OPTIONS

From fine dining to comfort food, sweet treats to savoury snacks, great meals await!

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Challenge your navigation skills with the Sicamous GeoCache GeoTour.

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Splash around at Sicamous Beach Park and Mara Provincial Park.

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Tee off at one of our two Golf Courses.

Take an early morning paddle or ski on the smooth, warm waters of Mara Lake.

Take a hike up Sicamous Creek Falls trail to view the waterfall.

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Enjoy world class snowmobile areas at Owlhead, Blue Lake, Queest, and Eagle Pass.

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Make yourself at home on the lake, on a houseboat.

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Be mesmerized by the annual Canada Day Fireworks extravaganza at Sicamous Beach Park.

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Take a hike along the Eagle River and its old growth forest trails.

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Treat yourself to oldfashioned homemade ice cream and artisan cheese at D-Dutchmen Dairy.

Canada Day Festival Sicamous Beach

Sicamous Beach

Sicamous Sledding

GET ON THE WATER

your adventure awaits with over a thousand kilometres of shoreline to explore

HOUSEBOAT ON THE SHUSWAP

A floating cabin, a giant lake, a lifetime of adventure

Of all the wonderful ways to explore the region, houseboating shines as a true Shuswap experience. With warm lakes and hundreds of kms of shoreline to discover, taking to the water on a houseboat offers unparalleled freedom and variety.

Whether you’re looking for peaceful solitude, a family adventure, or time on the water with friends, a houseboat can be the perfect base for your holiday. In spring and fall, you might just feel like you’ve got a lake to yourself and the water’s still warm enough to jump in.

Houseboats come equipped with full kitchens, so you can stock up on groceries at a local farm stand and make home-cooked meals away from shore. For days when you want to leave the cooking to someone else, hire a caterer, visit a lakeside restaurant or head to a dock and walk to some of our best cafés, restaurants and pubs.

Pack a book or two to read on the deck and games to enjoy with family and friends. Take your mountain bike aboard so you can stop and explore our trails. Bring a kayak or SUP for self-propelled adventures and shoreline visits. Along the way, get to know our friendly communities, where great shopping, festive events and unique experiences are worth the trip ashore.

Anchors aweigh. Plan your one of a kind houseboat vacation today. For more info visit shuswaptourism.ca

YOUR ADVENTURE BEGINS HERE

Sicamous is the Gateway to the Shuswap: from cabins to canoeing, camping to snowmobiling, hiking to houseboating, golfing to diving, fishing to OHV trails and everything in-between - we have it all! Sicamous has the BEST water access in the Shuswap, with numerous boat launches in the community. Sicamous Beach Park has a NEW concession facility, playground, and event space ready to welcome residents and visitors.

Sicamous, your 4-season Adventure Destination!

www.exploresicamous.ca

Sicamous Visitor Centre

446 Main St. | 250-836-3313

Sicamous

Old Town Bay Marina

White Lake

H in COME PL Y T E BAY a

OLD TOWN BAY MARINA, WE HAVE IT ALL!

Old Town Bay Marina is your direct access to Shuswap Lake, with hundreds of kilometres of shoreline to explore. You will find a splinter-less, state-of-the-artfacility, secured gated marina, and complementary moorage member parking. Included in your annual moorage is outdoor trailer parking, private members’ washrooms and showers. Laundry facility, outdoor pub, porter service, premium fuel, and pump out facilities . Members and guests have access to recreation rentals, water taxi, complimentary off-site parking, on-site permit parking, access to the boat launch as well as a marina store, office and pub. Old Town Bay Marina is also home to Canada’s largest houseboat company, Twin Anchors Houseboat Vacations.

www.oldtownbaymarina.com | 250.517.9680

200 Old Town Road | Sicamous

PADDLE POWER

Paddle, float, swim or skim the waters of the Shuswap

Get up close and personal with our lakes by canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing, SCUBA diving and stand-up paddle boarding.

The Shuswap Watershed is a paddler’s paradise, with easily accessible small lakes perfect for an escape on the water. So why not visit a few? You’ll find serene settings at Mara Lake, near Sicamous, and White Lake, close to Salmon Arm. White Lake Provincial Park, an oasis near the north end of the lake, features a gravel boat launch and unserviced camping area. Near Enderby, Mabel Lake and Hidden Lake boast boat launches, camping and soul-soothing wilderness. With hundreds of kms of shoreline, numerous beaches, provincial parks, marine parks and campsites, Shuswap Lake offers endless day trips and overnight paddling excursions.

The Shuswap River provides a variety of opportunities for paddle sports from kayaks and canoes to rafts and paddle boards. Have your sights set on something slightly less adventurous? Meander down the Shuswap River on your favourite floatie and let nature set your course.

Tap into the local knowledge about current conditions and avoid the hassle of bringing your own gear: rent a kayak or paddle board and lifejacket from one of several rental businesses throughout the Shuswap. You can borrow a lifejacket for a child free of charge from a “Kids Don’t Float” Personal Flotation Device (PFD) loaner station.

Download the Paddle Guide for an overview of paddle locations and safety information at shuswaptourism.ca

SMILE! WE ARE A FULL SERVICE MARINA

One of the best paddling spots on Shuswap Lake, right across from Copper Island! Great service and on site parking.

• Year round, seasonal and temporary moorage

• Used boat sales

• Full service department

• Boat detailing, fibreglass, gelcoat repairs, custom installations and stereo systems

• Summer store, boardshop, clothing and marine hardware

• Ski and pontoon boats, kayaks and paddle boards for rent

• Pet friendly

www.shuswapmarina.com

250.675.2250

2127 Ingram Road

Blind Bay

Shuswap River

Shuswap Lake Marina

@SMELLTHEAIR

FAMILY FUN

Head to the beach, enjoy hands-on activities, or visit with some farm animals

SHUSWAP BEACHES TOP 10

Pack up a picnic lunch, a bag of sunscreen, towels and beach toys, grab the family and head out for a day at one of our amazing Shuswap beaches! There are plenty to choose from!

Canoe Beach, Salmon Arm: In town, loads of amenities. Perfect for families and groups.

Silver Beach Provincial Park, Seymour Arm: One of our best! Remote but worth the trip.

Albas Provincial Park, North Shuswap: Gorgeous clear water with a waterfall hike.

Blind Bay Beaches, South Shuswap: A sandcastle artist’s dream, with waterfront eateries and scenic, shoreline paddling.

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Tuey Park, Enderby: Wide, sandy beach on calm river waters.

Mara Provincial Park, Sicamous: Sandy beach and picnic area, right off Hwy 97A.

Herald Provincial Park, South Shuswap: Shady pebble beach, picnic area, children’s adventure playground and hiking trails.

Scotch Creek Provincial Park, North Shuswap: Massive pebble beach at a destination campground.

Chase Memorial Beach Park: Walk on the iconic red pier and enjoy a sandy beach for swimming.

Sunnybrae Regional Park, South Shuswap: A sunny, kid and dog friendly spot

*Houseboats not allowed at all beaches.

REAL HISTORY. GOOD FOOD. HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES. R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum is the Shuswap’s largest heritage attraction. Set on 40 acres of the prettiest farmland in the Shuswap, the Heritage Village features 24 relocated and replicated buildings, with over 30 exhibits to discover, including the original 1910 Haney House. Your admission includes access to the Village, Museum, Children’s Discovery Centre, Sprig of Heather restaurant, walking trails, and all hands-on activities.

www.salmonarmmuseum.org

250.832.5243

751 Highway 97B

Salmon Arm

Sunnybrae Bible Camp

Sunnybrae Bible Camp

RJ Haney Heritage Village & Museum

CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

SKY-HIGH THRILLS

OR TAKE IT EASY and CHILL

Active or relaxed, energetic or serene, there’s plenty of fun for your teens in the Shuswap. Whether you’re after an adrenaline rush or a lazy day of hanging out, the Shuswap’s got your brand of fun covered. Early risers? Grab breakfast to go, then head east to Skytrek Adventure Park and challenge yourself to aerial trekking through the high ropes challenges and zip lines that weave through the trees. Still feeling fearless? Test your nerve on the Sky Swing and Sky Drop.

Chill at one of the Shuswap’s many gorgeous beaches, rent a paddle board and explore the lake shore, or dive right into swimming and skim boarding. Kids of all ages can hone their skate skills on the rails

and ledges at the local skateparks, or enjoy the splash parks found throughout the Shuswap. Have you have ever wondered what it would be like to go to school in Salmon Arm in 1918? Join Miss Halpenny in the Broadview School at RJ Haney Heritage Village & Museum.

Looking for options on a rainy day? Escape reality for a couple hours with a matinee at the Salmar Theatre, or head to the bowling alley. There’s one in Salmon Arm and one in Chase.

Steam, soak and swim at the SASCU Recreation Centre in Salmon Arm, then relax at a café or restaurant before you turn in for the night.

JOIN US ON THE FUN SHIP!

British Columbia’s ultimate water sports adventure company. We take the hassle out of renting and operating… just show up ready for the ULTIMATE lake life experience.

We offer boat tours, wake surf lessons, banana boat rides, kayaking, water taxi service and more.

Specializing in group events, bachelor parties, birthdays, anniversaries and reunions.

We customize packages to your satisfaction. From pick up to drop off and all the excitement in between!

Featuring the BEST rides on the water! Cruise in luxury aboard the 2022 Monaco Fun Ship. Surf the two best surf boats in the industry - the Supreme ZS232 and king of the water G23 Super Air Nautique.

We provide everything from boat to captain including certified watersport coaching and instruction. Book your adventure today.

www.shuswapwatersports.com

403.710.7323

info@shuswapwatersports.com

Blind Bay

Blackburn Spray Park

Skytrek Adventure Park

SUNNYBRAE BIBLE CAMP

Ready for a summer of excitement, adventure and some fireside coziness? Join us at Sunnybrae!

Our sensational staff deliver a fantastic summer camp experience, packed with games, food, and friends. Choose from six incredible weeks of Kids (6-12 yrs) and Teen (13-17 yrs) camps. Enthusiasts, check out our Horsemanship or Outbound camps! Or, have the whole gang join us for Family Camp!

Register for a week where foundational truths are tied to powerful memories.

www.sunnybrae.ca

250.835.4596

3915 Sunnybrae Canoe-Point Rd

Tappen

THE ENCHANTED FOREST & SKY TREK ADVENTURE PARK

The Enchanted Forest has been a delight for the young and young at heart for over 60 years! Canada’s tallest treehouse, over 350 handmade fairytale figurines, and a trove of other treasures are waiting to be discovered amongst a lush, old growth rainforest in the heart of the Monashee Mountains. Magic and wonder for all, including pets on leash!

SkyTrek Adventure Park has exhilarating fun for all ages, from toddlers to grandparents! Zip, climb, balance, and jump your way through our collection of unique courses, all in the magnificent treetops. Grab your partner and try out the new Sky Lines tandem zip line course! There’s no fee to enter to park, so stop by and see what we’re talking about – you won’t be disappointed!

www.enchantedforestbc.com | www.skytrekadventurepark.com

250.837.9477

37KM East of Sicamous on Hwy. 1

Tsústwecw Provincial Park John Evdokimmoff Bike Park

HIT THE SHUSWAP GOLF TRAIL

JAW-DROPPING VIEWS

WE’VE GOT A COURSE FOR YOU

What makes golf in the Shuswap so special? Jaw-dropping views are only the beginning! Imagine teeing off across lush turf with a background of snowcapped mountains, pristine wilderness and crystal clear lakes. All of the region’s championship courses are situated within a 40-km radius, making them ideal for sampling everything the Shuswap offers. Whether you’re new to golf or are a handicapped pro, we’ve got courses designed for you! The Salmon Arm Golf Club hosts provincial and national events, and boasts both a championship 18 hole and an executive 9 hole course. Mara Hills Golf Resort is one of the most scenic courses in BC.

MARA HILLS GOLF RESORT

A dynamic course awaits at Quaaout Lodge and Talking Rock Golf. The course at Shuswap National brings you a bit of the British Isles, highlighted by many striking water features and Shuswap Lake Golf Course in Blind Bay completes our quintet of championship courses. Stay and Play packages are a great way to combine your choice of accommodations

SHORT ON TIME? plAY 9 holeS Enjoy 9 hole regulation length courses at Eagle River Golf and Country Club, Mabel Lake Golf and Country Club and executive length 9 holes at Anglemont Estates Golf Course, Birchdale Par 3, Club Shuswap, Salmon Arm Golf Club and Sunshore Golf Course.

Located on the west shores of Mara Lake, there is a complimentary shuttle service from our docks up to our Club House and Restaurant.

250.836.4653

9851 Old Spallumcheen Rd | Sicamous

SALMON ARM GOLF COURSE

This highly regarded course has earned its place amongst the British Columbia “must play” list. Golf the 18 Hole Championship or 9 Hole Heritage courses. www.salmonarmgolf.com | 250.832.4727

3641 Hwy 97B S | Salmon Arm

SHUSWAP LAKE GOLF COURSE

Offering 18 holes of championship golf designed to offer a first class golf experience, no matter what level your game is. Play comfortably at your own pace. www.shuswaplakegolf.com | 250.675.2315

2404 Centennial Dr | Blind Bay

SHUSWAP NATIONAL GOLF COURSE

The eclectic 7100 yard design brings you a bit of the British Isles, open fields of long fescue, forested areas, rock outcrops, natural wetlands, and water features. www.shuswapnational.com | 250.832.3285

6015 Shaw Rd | Salmon Arm

TALKING ROCK GOLF COURSE

A course of natural and rugged character that demands strategy and thought from players of all skills and abilities. Experience stunning scenery with every shot. www.quaaoutlodge.com | 250.679.3090

1663 Little Shuswap Lake Rd, Chase, BC

Shuswap Lake Golf Course

Shuswap National Golf Course

Mara Hills Golf Resort

GOLF

A FARM MARKET ON THE EDGE

MAKE IT FROM SCRATCH WITH INGREDIENTS FROM DEMILLE’S

DeMille’s takes pride in offering fresh, quality fruit and produce from the Shuswap and beyond. Renowned for incredible fruits and vegetables – from blueberries to zucchini, if it’s grown locally, we will have it fresh for you. DeMille’s famous sweet corn, well known throughout B.C. and western Canada, has a dedicated, loyal customer base. Stop by the bakery and deli for hand-crafted goodness - and don’t forget Cowlick’s Ice Cream for the best ice cream in Salmon Arm. The latest addition to DeMille’s is the Liquor Coop - featuring BC craft wine, beer, ciders and spirits. A visit is not complete without a saying hello to our curious and friendly farm animals!

www.demilles.ca | 250.832.7550 | Open year-round, dawn ‘til dusk 3710 Trans Canada Highway, SW | Salmon Arm

STOCK UP SHUSWAP GOODNESS

TAKE HOME AUTHENTIC SHUSWAP PRESERVES, PRODUCE, ARTISAN CHEESE AND MORE!

You’ll find the tastes of our home wherever you go at orchards, gardens, ranches, cafés, greenhouses, dairies, markets and more. Fresh milk and traditional artisan cheeses–not to mention mind-blowing ice cream — all contribute to the Shuswap taste extravaganza.

With farmers markets across the region, you can easily find a bounty of locally grown and organic fruits, vegetables and meats as well as crafts, baked goods, preserves and more. For a detailed list of farmers market days and times, visit shuswaptourism.ca/foodanddrink

How do our gardens grow, you ask? If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to work on a farm, you can get a taste of the agricultural life while you’re here, too. The Shuswap provides visitors with opportunities to experience farming and agriculture first hand.

Come visit our ranches and gardens to find out what our local farmers already know: hard work soothes the soul. During the summer and fall, visitors can participate in workshops and tours at some farms, and talk with experienced growers before taking home vegetable and bedding plants for their own gardens.

Fruit World

Downtown Salmon Arm Market

DeMille’s Farm Market

Askew’s Foods

shuswap food feasts & festivals

The annual Grindrod Garlic Festival attracts garlic lovers and artisans from near and far in August. Take part in a garlic cooking contest, or compete in the garlic eating contest. Details at grindrodgarlicfestival.ca

Foodies can sample what the region has to offer at the annual Harvest Celebration at RJ Haney Heritage Village and Museum in September. Enjoy an afternoon of food, drink and entertainment along with tasty offerings from restaurants, cafes, bakeries, wineries, craft breweries, cheese makers and coffee brewers. Tickets and details at salmonarmmuseum.org

Mushroom lovers rejoice! The Fungi Festival takes place in and around Sicamous each September. Cook, taste, tour and listen to discussions on everything fungi! Details at fungifestival.com

The annual Shuswap Wine & Spirit Festival hosted by the Salmon Arm Rotary Club in October is a local favourite. Details and tickets at salmonarmrotary.org

Scotch Creek Hub

Local producers

with love from our farmers

where to purchase our locally grown and produced products

The Shuswap is home to a wide variety of organic and locally grown produce, which is available often from the food producers themselves, in select stores, in farmers’ markets not to mention the many restaurants and eateries throughout the region. The Shuswap is an avid supporter of local agriculture and generational family businesses. There are farm stands and farm markets throughout the region. It’s hard to pick just one so we suggest checking all of them out and making a day of it.

You will find fresh fruit, berries and produce, local cheese, artisan bread, pasture raised buffalo, lamb and pork, free-range eggs and back-yard raised chickens. Honey, lavender, herbs and delicious whole grains, legumes & seeds.

Fair warning, it’ll work up an appetite. Pick-up a locally grown floral bouquet and add an award-winning bottle of wine to complete your amazing Shuswap dinner.

Tour the tastes of the Shuswap! Visit farms, markets, wineries and more. Get market details at shuswaptourism.ca

SCOTCH CREEK FARM & CRAFT MARKET

Summer Sunday market with local produce, preserves, crafts, baking and more. Sundays 10AM - 2PM, June through Labour Day in the Park Store parking lot.

/ Scotch Creek Farm & Craft Market

4119 Squilax-Anglemont Rd

Scotch Creek

FRUIT WORLD

We are the authority for local produce and specialty items. Located on the Trans Canada Hwy in Sicamous, BC, midway between Vancouver and Calgary, Fruit World offers the best selection of products from the Shuswap and Okanagan.

Our wide variety of seasonal fruit and produce, including apples, peaches, cherries and berries, is complemented with a full selection of healthy snacks, preserves, juice, cider and drinks.

Providing quality local fare is what we love to do. We support local farmers and business. Finding quality local products and produce is what we do best. We promise to always be honest in all details of our products and are committed to offering the best value in the industry.

www.shopfruitworld.com

250.836.5555

1330 Maier Rd

Sicamous

SHUSWAP SECRETS

TASTE OUR SPIRIT

CRAFTED FROM LOCAL GRAPES, GRAINS, APPLES AND BERRIES, INDULGE IN EXCEPTIONAL LOCAL LIBATIONS

CELISTA ESTATE WINERY

Wine tastings are free - no reservation required. Enjoy a glass or flight of wine on our scenic and pet-friendly garden patio paired with some local gourmet cheeses, chutneys and crackers.

www.celistawine.com | 250.955.8600

2319 Beguelin Rd | Celista

SUNNYBRAE VINEYARDS & WINERY

Come and taste our estate grown wines on the lakeview patio, at the base of Bastion Mountain. Stay for a glass of wine & charcuterie. Tour the vineyard with your children and pets.

www.sunnybraewinery.com

SUNNYBRAE

& WINERY

250.835.8373

3849 Sunnybrae Canoe Pt Rd | Tappen

SUNNYBRAE VINEYARDS & WINERY

WATERSIDE VINEYARD & WINERY

Wine you love to love. Experience the land, the vineyard, the grapes ... and the chickens! We are Waterside Vineyard & Winery. From our vines, to your table, we are part of you, too.

www.watersidewinery.com | 250.838.9757

70 Waterside Rd | Enderby

MARIONETTE VINEYARDS & WINERY

We make wine that’s beautiful and expressive of its region and sense of place while ensuring that what we do retains the health and harmony of the ecosystem in which the wine is grown and produced.

www.marionettewinery.com | 250.832.7702

2540 40 Street NE | Salmon Arm

Marionette

LARCH HILLS WINERY

Our approach to winemaking is a little different than the rest. Nestled in the highest hills of the North Okanagan, stop by our tasting room open 9am to 5pm. No reservations required.

www.larchhillswinery.com | 250.832.0155

110 Timms Rd | Salmon Arm

OVINO WINERY

Taste our award-winning wines created with varieties grown our small vineyard. Enjoy Pinot Gris, Pinot Meunier and Gewurztraminer as well as, Traminette,Petit Milo and L’Acadie.

www.ovinowinery.com | 250.832.8463

1577 Yankee Flats Rd | Salmon Arm

Celista Estate Winery

Marionette Vineyards & Winery

Sunnybrae Vineyards & Winery

Larch Hills Winery

Ovino Winery

Waterside Vineyard & Winery

VINEYARDS

SUNNYBRAE VINEYARDS & WINERY

SUNNYBRAE VINEYARDS & WINERY

Vineyards and Winery

BC WINE INSTITUTE PHOTO

BC WINE INSTITUTE PHOTO

KRISTAL BURGESS PHOTO

TASTE OUR UNIQUE FLAVOURS PLAN A DAY OR TWO!

Like so many Shuswap stories, our wines, beers, spirits and ciders express the spectacular landscape that surrounds us. Although the Shuswap can be considered the northern tip of the Okanagan wine-growing region, our climate is cooler and creates exceptional products. Each vineyard enjoys a unique microclimate, producing singular flavours that only develop right here.

The Shuswap’s wineries are family-run businesses that produce wines so fine they compete on par with international ones. Magnificent Gewürztraminers, Merlots, Ortegas, Rieslings, Siegerrebes, to name a few, that have all won national awards.

No matter what your preference, you will find some great authentic, locally grown and produced wines right here in the Shuswap. And the owners are happy to host you in their tasting rooms.

Take a day or two to indulge in stunning scenery and Shuswap wines, craft brews and cider. Be sure to check on opening times and tasting room hours at shuswaptourism.ca. Cheers!

ENJOY CRAFTY BREW & SERIOUS CIDER

Crannóg Ales in Sorrento is Canada’s first Certified Organic farmhouse microbrewery, one of only a handful around the world. Stop in on a Friday or Saturday over the summer for a tour and tasting. (It’s always good to call ahead.) Visit the Barley Station Brew Pub in Salmon Arm any day of the week for a sampler of their seasonal and limited edition blends as well as excellent dining.

Experience two cider companies in Salmon Arm. Northyard Cider Co. sits on a picturesque apple orchard making premium craft ciders from their orchards. Shuswap Cider Co. is located in Westgate Market on the west end of Salmon Arm. Stop at both to fill up your growlers or enjoy a tasting flight on their outdoor patios.

After Dark Distillery in Sicamous, flavours their line of vodka, gin and moonshine with local grain, mountain water and natural flavours.

Whether you choose to savour the Shuswap’s spirit in a day or a week,

make sure to plan your tour carefully to maximize your enjoyment. Some establishments have a picnic area or patio so that you can bring a snack to enjoy along with the fabulous wine, cider, beer or gin and stunning scenery.

TASTING TOUR day 1:

Sip wines from 100% BC-grown grapes and enjoy lakeside views at Sunnybrae Vineyards & Winery. Continue north to Celista Estates Winery, the northernmost winery in North America. Depending on the time of year, stop in at Crannog Ales in Sorrento for a taste of their renowned Back Hand of God Stout.

TASTING TOUR day 2:

Head out to Ovino Winery in Silver Creek for some local varietals, then head east to Water’s Edge Winery in Enderby. Head up to Larch Hills Winery, one of North America’s highest elevation wineries, before finishing off your day at Northyard Cider Co. and Marionette Winery in Salmon Arm.

NORTHYARD CIDER CO.

You’ll want to visit this beautiful craft cidery and tasting room that overlooks the 29-acre orchard and its surrounding mountains. With over 6500 apple trees, and many locally made cider varieties to choose from, this is a must-see destination in Salmon Arm.

www.northyardscider.com | 236.586.7737

3181 11 Avenue NE | Salmon Arm

MOJO WINE TOURS LTD.

We are one of the oldest wine touring companies in the Okanagan — we know the region, we live here, and we know our wines. We offer a large selection of touring throughout the Okanagan Valley and the Shuswap.

www.mojotours.com | 250.540.8657

mary-jo@mojotours.com | Shuswap

Larch Hills Winery

Crannog Ale

CAPTIVATING CULTURE

EXPERIENCE OUR EVENTS AND ENJOY THE WORKS OF OUR TALENTED ARTISTS

A CREATIVE HAVEN

WHERE STORIES ARE TOLD IN COUNTLESS MEMORABLE WAYS

The Shuswap is home to many artists and artisans and a vibrant performance scene. Public art galleries, private studios, shops and cafes showcase local and visiting talent. Stop by the renowned Salmon Arm Arts Centre, Talerico Fine Art Gallery & Artists’ Studio and Meikle Social Art House among many others. Pick up something beautiful at the Blind Bay Painters Art Show & Sale or a pottery show in the North Shuswap.

Rain or shine, tap into creativity in the Shuswap’s great indoors. Watch for live music events in quirky venues, find a place to craft with friends, or join a paint and sip event. Love

to learn? Lindy Hop on over to BC Swing Camp, or pick your way to NimbleFingers

Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Workshop & Festival. Have a way with words? Meet your muses at the Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival. Seeking a Shuswap arts sampler? Take part in the South Shuswap Festival of Small Halls or the Enderby Art Festival.

In the summertime, enjoy fresh air and outdoor dinner theatre at the RJ Haney Heritage Museum. Enjoy local theatre productions year-round at Shuswap Theatre in Salmon Arm or stop by a local farm market to pick up local artisan crafts and pottery.

TALERICO ART GALLERY & ARTISTS’ STUDIO

Original Canadian Art in many mediums, subjects and styles pleasing most art lovers! Downtown in Harbour Centre, by the famous wharf and bird sanctuary.

talericofineartgallery@gmail.com | 250.833.0310

#3-680 Marine Park Dr NE | Salmon Arm

Salmon Arm Winter Festival

TEN THOUSAND YEARS YOUNG

The SecwEpemc First Nation

The history of THE SECWépemc Peoples in the Shuswap dates back over 10,000 years.

HEAR THE LEGENDS FROM KNOWLEDGE KEEPERS.

Come hear the legends and tour the traditional lands and waters of the Secwépemc people, learn the history from local Knowledge Keepers, enjoy traditional feasts of bannock and salmon, admire traditional crafts or join in a local pow wow. Find the deep meaning and powerful lessons of this sacred homeland.

The area is named after the Secwépemc, an important Salish nation that has always inhabited the BC interior. Come live this history. The stories of the Secwépemc people are woven together

by their history, legends, water, animals, and land. To understand Secwépemc stories you must understand the journeys they have taken from generation to generation and how it has shaped the culture today.

In the Shuswap, there is one nation and four bands each unique and deeply connected to the lands and the waters. In fact, ‘Shuswap’ means meeting of the waters and this sacred watershed is a legacy that we all work to honour and preserve.

Quaaout Lodge

Quaaout Lodge

VISIT A KEKULI, EXPERIENCE A HEALING CEREMONY AND FOLLOW THE PATH OF THE ANCESTORS OF THE SECWéPEMC PEOPLE

Year-round, you can visit a kekuli and take in the stories of the Secwépemc people or experience a healing ceremony in a sweat lodge. In the summer months, experience a traditional journey by canoe. Follow the path of ancestors to truly appreciate the importance of the Shuswap through its legends and stories, the greatest of which is the enduring life cycle of the sockeye salmon.

Your time in the Shuswap is not complete without a visit to Tsútswecw Provincial Park in the North Shuswap, home of the annual Sockeye salmon run, the largest in the world with dominant runs every four years.

MOTHER TONGUE

Here’s a primer on a few favourite Secwépemc words. Give them a try!

Hello: weyt-k / [wey] (t-k)

Goodbye: pútucw / (pooh) (tucw)

Thank you: kukwstsétsemc / (kukws) [tsé] (tsemc)

Lake: pésellkew / (pés) (ell) (kwe)

Bear: kenkéknem / (ken-kék-nem)

Want TO LEARN MORE?

Secwépemc: (seccc) (whep) (emc)

Splatsin: (splachts) (een)

Tsútswecw: (chuts) (weccc)

Stop: est’ íl (ess) (teel)

Fish: swewll / (swow) (elll)

Land: tmícw / (tm-eew-ew)

To hear these and many other Secwépemc words, visit: firstvoices.com

QUAAOUT LODGE & SPA AT TALKING ROCK GOLF RESORT

The award-winning Quaaout Lodge & Spa at Talking Rock Golf Resort, the pride of The Little Shuswap Band, is situated on the south shore of Little Shuswap Lake. Featuring 70 guest rooms and suites that will immerse you in a level of comfort and relaxation. Each room has a private balcony or patio with lake views. Our many Secwépemc Cultural Experiences will give you knowledge and understanding of our history and traditions. Don’t forget to visit Le7ke Spa to transport you on a journey to ultimate relaxation. Jack Sam’s Restaurant will not disappoint with emphasis on the freshest high-quality ingredients and locally inspired culinary traditions. We also have a full-service conference facility specializing in corporate meetings, retreats, weddings, tour & golf groups. The 18-hole championship Talking Rock Golf Course is breathtaking on the shores of Little Shuswap Lake.

www.quaaoutlodge.com

250.679.3090

1663 Little Shuswap Lake Rd W North Shuswap

Quaaout Lodge

Quaaout Lodge

GATHER ROUND FOR SOME SHUSWAP SOUND

AND LET THE MUSIC PLAY

Salmon Arm’s acclaimed Roots & Blues festival is a highlight of BC’s music scene. The Roots & Blues festival showcases some of the world’s best blues, world, folk, zydeco, alternative, funk, and reggae music, all in the welcoming, visually arresting setting of the Shuswap! For over 25 years, the festival has been a highlight of BC’s cultural calendar.

This incredibly popular outdoor music festival draws over 25,000 enthusiastic attendees and features musicians from Canada and around the world. The festival has become a prominent link on the national festival circuit and is considered among the top roots festivals in Canada.

The sounds are great, the atmosphere is incomparable, and there’s music and activities for all members of the family. Children 12 and under admitted free with adults.

In many ways, music is the heartbeat of our communities as we gather regularly for the small hall music crawl, rural coffee houses, symphony and choir performances, and music in the parks most every night in the summer. The talent and passion of our musicians and singers ensures we’ve always got our groove on. If music is your thing too, come visit and be sure to grab a selfie with what we think is the world’s largest (and most awesome) treble clef sculpture in downtown Salmon Arm.

Shuswap Pie Co.

SHUSWAP TRAIL NETWORK

FIND YOUR PATH

Rad Rides, city strolls, alpine adventures all At your doorstep

Our extensive trail network offers something for everyone. From urban wandering and boardwalk strolls, to skiing along snowy meadows, from mountain biking and hiking, to horseback riding through lush forests, our trails offer the perfect pace for you. With over 700 kilometres of authorized trails–everything from accessible front-country terrain to remote wilderness—the possibilities are endless, be it winter, spring, summer or fall. Many trails throughout the Shuswap provide outstanding views of its centrepiece, Shuswap Lake, as well as numerous smaller lakes, waterfalls, and rivers. The terrain varies from mossy forest floors, to alpine meadows, to wetlands. Discover a diverse array of flora and fauna, unique to our temperate climate. Got unlimited trail time? Explore the Shuswap’s network of over 105 trails and trail systems across the region. Got just an hour to spare? Grab your mountain bike and head to South Canoe to ride the

Salty Dog Race Loop. Or get shuttled up to Muffin Top and take a thrilling downhill ride along the centre line at Rubberhead. Visit local favourites such as Margaret Falls, or the Larch Hills Trail System, a superb multi-purpose trail system for hiking, biking, equestrian, nordic and snowshoeing.

The Shuswap Trail Alliance, an awardwinning initiative of regional partners, makes the ways through our parks, communities, and around the Shuswap clean, green and creates rewarding adventures for trail-loving travellers.

5 MUST TRY

HIKING TRAILS

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Tsútswecw Provincial Park Trail System, North Shuswap: Fall provides opportunities to view salmon spawning in the Adams River.

Mt. Baldy Trail, Sorrento: An intermediate uphill walk to a beautiful lookout over the lake.

Enderby Cliffs, Tplaquin Trail: An iconic cliff hike, 13km return.

Eagle Pass Mountain: A rigorous climb to a spectacular peak.

Margaret Falls, South Shuswap: An easy hike to spectacular waterfalls near Herald’s Provincial Park.

5 MUST RIDE TRAILS

MTN. BIKE TRAILS

Larch Hills Traverse, Salmon Arm/ Sicamous: An epic 42 km ride from Larch Hills to Sicamous.

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Tsútswecw Provincial Park John Evdokimoff Bike Park

Flipside/ Mo Budda viewpoint loop at South Canoe Trail System: One of the local’s favourites - give it a go!

Reinecker Creek Trail System, South Canoe: Half and full day circuits through valleys and meadows.

Rubberhead, Muffin Top to Veggie Delight, Canoe: A bit of everythingsteep and rooty or open and flowy.

White Lake to Blind Bay Traverse, South Shuswap: A beautiful, flowing traverse through tranquil forest.

SALUTE TO THE SOCKEYE FESTIVAL

SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 23, 2022

2023 FALL SALMON CELEBRATION

OCTOBER 6 - 9, THANKSGIVING WEEKEND

THE ADAMS RIVER SALMON RUN

The “Salute to the Sockeye” Festival will take place in the dominant year of the four-year cycle as the salmon return home to spawn in the Adams River. The next two “Salute to the Sockeye” Festivals will be in September/October 2022 and 2026.The Adams River sockeye salmon (sqleltenuwi) have held an important place in the lives of the Secwépemc (pronounced sehwep-muhc) people of the Shuswap Lakes and AdamsLake (Cstelen–hiss-tal-in) for thousands of years. Secwépemc ancestors tell many stories of the river being red with sockeye.The “Salute to the Sockeye” Festival is held in Tsútswecw Provincial Park to honour the return of the salmon and to create awareness about the Indigenous cultural values of the salmon. Learn how we can work together to protect the salmon for all people.

www.salmonsociety.com | info@salmonsociety.com

Tsútswecw Provincial Park

VIKTORIA HACK PHOTOS

SALMON RUN ADAMS RIVER SOCKEYE

During October, the banks of the Adams River, 405 km inland from the Pacific Ocean, host a natural miracle

Each fall, the quiet waters of the Adams River welcome Sockeye salmon returning to their home waters to spawn. The fish are completing a journey that takes them far out into the Pacific, then upstream against swift currents and rapids all the way up to Alaska and the Aleutian Islands and back again, traveling over 4,000 kms in their lifetime. The Adams River is one of the most important Sockeye salmon breeding areas in North America.

Various other species also return to the Adams River throughout the summer and fall. Watch for Pink, Chinook, and Coho salmon, as well as Rainbow trout and Steelhead trout. View the salmon and other species from the banks of the Adams River, in Tsútswecw Provincial Park, where you can also explore 26 km of trails offering other exceptional salmon viewing opportunities.

Sockeye salmon return to the Adams River every year, but in 2022 — the next dominant year

in the four-year migration cycle — hundreds of thousands of fish are expected to return home to spawn. This salmon run has helped to sustain the local Indigenous communities for thousands of years.

In the Fall of 2022, the Little Shuswap Band and the Adams River Salmon Society will host the “Salute to the Sockeye” Festival, held every four years, during the dominant salmon run, to celebrate the importance of the salmon to the history and culture of the local Secwépemc people and to the local environment.

The Adams River puts on an incredible show, but it’s not the only place to view spawning salmon during the Fall. Thousands of fish return to lakes and rivers throughout the Shuswap region. Watch for flashes of red as they head upstream!

Want more info? Visit salmonsociety.com or shuswaptourism.ca

The Adams River Salute to the Sockeye

VIKTORIA HACK PHOTO

VIKTORIA HACK PHOTO

WORLd-CLASS FISHING

REEL IN A BEAUTY

visitors ARE lured by unique species and gorgeous waters

Why is Shuswap fishing exceptional?

Of course, there are of plenty of fish but we’ve also got excellent boat access, year-round fishing possibilities, and an exquisitely beautiful setting you’ll never forget. Experience the peaceful pleasure of casting from the beach on a quiet morning, just steps from your cottage. Or paddle out from your houseboat and let a sinker down deep into the middle of the lake. Whether you’re a fishing veteran or a newbie, your chances for success are so high you’ll never feel like you’re floundering. White Lake, Pillar Lake, Phillips Lake, Skimikin Lake and Bolean Lake are excellent destinations, stocked with Pennask Rainbow trout.

Come to the Shuswap to discover worldclass fishing for wild Rainbow trout. The Thompson River, Adams Lake, Shuswap

TOP 10 FISHIN’ HOLES

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Lake and Adams River offer this one-ofa-kind species you won’t catch anywhere else. That’s not just a fishy story!

If salmon’s more your style, head to the Shuswap River or Thompson River in autumn to find Chinook or take a boat out on Little Shuswap Lake and Mabel Lake where you can catch and eat!

Be sure to cast your net wide. Try a variety of techniques while you’re here, from trolling, belly boating and float fishing to bottom bouncing, fly fishing and casting lures into holding pools. If you love fishing in the summer, why not try it in winter? Many Shuswap lakes freeze over making them perfect for ice fishing. White Lake, one of the top ten Rainbow Trout fishing lakes in North America, is a great spot to visit in winter. Bundle up, and get fishing.

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Shuswap Lake: Experience world-class Rainbow and Lake trout fishing!

Pillar Lake: Rent a cabin or boat on site.

Bolean Lake: Take the kids –perfect for learning to fish!

Adams Lake: Escape summer heat at this deep, cold lake, and find great camping, too.

Adams River: Enjoy fantastic fall fly-fishing – catch and release.

South Thompson River: Find great boat fishing year-round – with autumn Chinook salmon – and an opportunity to use bait.

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Shuswap River: Visit this Chinook salmon destination in late summer.

White Lake: Marvel at crystalclear waters and white marl shoals – plus the tastiest fish around. Try ice fishing, too!

Skimikin Lake: Bring your small fry to fish and camp at this wellstocked family lake.

Gardom Lake: Relax on the docks while you reel in your catch of the day; or visit in winter for some great ice fishing.

COME PLAY IN OUR PARKS

EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCES AT OUR Provincial, Marine, Regional and Community Parks

Shuswap parks are perfect for adventurers and folks wanting to relax in a beautiful setting on land and water. You’ll find hundreds of spacious, tree-covered campsites, sandy beaches, nature trails, and water activities. Tsútswecw Provincial Park is a perfect place to witness the Adams River Sockeye Salmon Run every October. Herald Park and Shuswap Lake Provincial Park are great for families. Be sure to reserve your campsite ahead of time through BC Parks at discovercamping.ca

Unique outdoor experiences await at Shuswap Lake Marine Provincial Park. First come, first serve campsites on the main arm, Seymour Arm, Anstey Arm, Salmon Arm and Mara Lake offer beaches, trails, camping and awe-inspiring scenery. Rent a boat or take a water taxi to water access-only areas for an unforgettable visit.

History buffs will enjoy Silver Beach Provincial Park, located in Seymour Arm, at the site of Ogden City, an old gold rush town. Seymour Arm, as it’s now known, is worth the cruise (via forest service road or water) for the laid back atmosphere, sandy beach and destination campground.

Find out about the many great parks, day-use areas, boat launches and protected areas in the region through shuswaptourism.ca

You’ll quickly discover why we take so much pride in our parks. Thank you for treating them with respect and minimizing your impact on the land and water during your visit.

Sorrento Park: Enjoy playing fields, amenities, and even a winter skating rink.

Herald Provincial Park: Walk along cedar-lined Reinecker Creek to Margaret Falls.

Blackburn Park, Salmon Arm:  Enjoy the skateboard park, accessible playground and water splash park.

McGuire Lake Park, Salmon Arm: Stroll around the lake, with its unique fountain and Japanese gazebo. Look for the resident turtles and birds.

North Fork Wild, Sicamous: Explore remote wilderness trails and boardwalks.

Sicamous Beach Park: Relax at this sandy waterfront park under a swiveling train track.

Belvedere Park, Enderby: Launch your canoe or take the Jim Watt Heritage Riverwalk.

Tsútswecw Provincial Park: Witness the Adams River Salmon Run in the fall; great trail system anytime of the year.

Niskonlith Provincial Park, Chase: Discover where locals swim, canoe, kayak, windsurf, and fish.

BRINGING A WATERCRAFT TO BC?

To avoid accidentally introducing invasive Zebra & Quagga mussels to BC, you must: Clean. Drain. Dry. Clean all watercraft, trailers, equipment, and gear. Drain all compartments and items holding water onto dry land. Dry all items before launching into another body of water.

STOP at Watercraft Inspection Stations as you pass them in your travels. All types of watercraft must stop for inspection.

www.shuswapwater.ca

Margaret Falls Provincial Park

Blackburn Park

TOP 10

BIRDS TO SPOT IN THE SHUSWAP

Western Grebe: The Shuswap’s flagship species. Catch their signature dance from May to June at the Marine Park wharf.

American White Pelicans: Found at Peter Jannink Park and Christmas Island in early May, and again in August.

Lazuli Bunting: Watch for them on fenceposts and powerlines in Tappen Valley.

Warblers: 14 species! Count ‘em at the Nature Reserve or Gardom Lake.

Grouse: Ruffed, Spruce, and Dusky – look for them all at Larch Hills.

Sandhill Crane: Visit nesting sites on the grassy banks of Little White Lake.

Three-toed Woodpecker: A treat for all birders! Found near Skimikin Lake.

Peregrine Falcon: Cross it off your birding bucket list at Peter Jannink Park.

Calliope Hummingbird: This tiniest hummingbird hovers around Sunnybrae Road.

Shorebirds: Find over 35 species at the Salmon Arm Marsh!

SHUSWAP BIRDING LETS IMAGINATIONS

TAKE FLIGHT

BIRDS FLOCK TO OUR SHIMMERING LAKES, RICH WETLANDS AND LUSH FORESTS

In fact, our widely varied habitat of rivers, lakes, and wetlands attracts over 300 bird species to the Shuswap, some 63 per cent of all species found in BC. In the spring and fall, the shorelines are a haven for a wide variety of migratory birds. Large numbers of waterfowl and many other birds grace the skies and waterways of the region. Watch Osprey and Blue Herons fishing. Bring your binoculars to look on as Bald Eagles feed their young.

Perhaps one of the most enchanting Shuswap experiences to be had is witnessing the walking on water dance of the Western Grebe. The Western Grebe has established only two breeding colonies in BC and one of them is right here in Salmon Arm Bay.

Birding is a wonderful way to learn about the natural surroundings, too. Numerous tree species, wildflowers and mushroom varieties flourish in the Shuswap’s temperate zone, while large and small animals thrive in its lush habitats. At the Salmon Arm Marine Park by the wharf, visit the award-winning Interpretive Centre operated by the Salmon Arm Bay Nature Enhancement Society.

The Bird Blind and Osprey Nest viewing trail is found on the west side of the boat launch in front of the Prestige Harbourfront Resort, and links into the west walkway. The east walkway from the Wharf parking lot will connect you to the Raven Trail, viewing platforms and Christmas Island.

Salmon Arm BayRaven Trail

Shuswap Tourism EXPERIENCES GUIDE

PERFECT NIGHTS UNDER

STARRY SKIES

CAMPING IN THE SHUSWAP IS WHAT GREAT MEMORIES ARE MADE OF

Nothing beats camping for an escape from everyday life. Explore new surroundings, hear the call of the wild, get back to nature and refresh your spirit. The Shuswap offers an exceptional variety of camping options, for whatever roughing it means to you. The Shuswap Lake Marine Provincial Parks offer boat access-only camping right near the beach.

For those looking to explore wilderness camping, the Shuswap boasts many provincial parks, recreation sites and trails. Skimikin Lake Campground or the Larch Hills trails are an exceptional horse-friendly recreation area where your trusty steed can stay along with you.

Family friendly fun abounds throughout the Shuswap. Camping areas like Finz Resort, Sorrento Centre and Quilakwa in Enderby offer plenty of activities, and BC Parks campsites are perfect for swimming, biking, floating, fishing or basking in the sun.

CAMPSITES FAVOURITE

Shuswap Lake Provincial Park: Popular with families, great for swimming and boating.

Herald Provincial Park: Trail to Margaret Falls, boat launch, adventure playground, and day-use area.

Cinnemousun Narrows Provincial Park: Boat access only, water’s edge campsites.

Silver Beach Provincial Park: A remote, white sand beach camping spot.

Looking for horse camping sites with corrals and access to trails, go to Skimikin Lake Campground or Larch Hills.

Finz Resort: RV or tent camping, with marina and Bar & Grill.

Quilakwa RV Resort: Just a short, pleasant walk from downtown Enderby.

FINZ RESORT, RV CAMPING, MARINA & RENTALS

We have lots of space for your RV and boat, with 11 acres to explore. We have showers, laundry and a store. Book your private rental right on the Shuswap Lake including; ski and fishing boat, jet skis, paddleboards and kayaks. Amenities within walking distance such as convenience store, public boat launch and a stone’s throw away from Finz Bar and Grill. Enjoy a local round of golf or a relaxing day at the beach and don’t forget we are dog friendly.

www.finzresort.com

250.675.3255

2001 Eagle Bay Road Blind Bay

QUILAKWA RV PARK / QUILAKWA AT THE LAKE

Quilakwa RV Park is located along the banks of the Shuswap River in the heart of Enderby. Calm and serene with groomed lawn and grassed sites. Quilakwa at the Lake Campground is located above the mouth of the Shuswap River where it meets Mabel Lake 35km outside of Enderby. This rustic campground is within walking distance to local marinas, golf course and beaches.

www.quilakwarvpark.ca

250.838.2022

20 Enderby Grindrod Rd, Enderby 3400 Parkway Rd, Mabel Lake

HOP ON YOUR BIKE

TWO WHEELS, ZERO WORRIES

A CYCLIST’S PARADISE

The Shuswap cycling scene offers more than a little something for everyone – quiet country roads along lakes and rivers, big hit downhill, flow, berms, old school, cross-country, in town/out of town, back country wild and close country natural, bike park features, loops, lines, descent, and distance. With over 1500 km of quiet paved back roads and 470km of mountain bike trails and cross-country tracks, the Shuswap is a hub of lakeside culture that has found some serious fun cruising the green hills and valleys.

For more information on epic rides, detailed trail information and how to best spend your time in the two wheeled saddle, check out shuswaptrails.com

For a quick jaunt, try any of our outand-back or loop routes, from 20 to 100 kilometres in length. You’ll find great views, beaches, swimming, bird watching hot spots, and lots more along the way.

Looking for a multi-day adventure? Plan a themed tour and let your interests be your guide. Experience the Shuswap’s remarkable agriculture by visiting farms and markets around the region. Orchards, dairies, greenhouses, ranches — all kinds of down-to-earth adventures are waiting for you — and they’re great for kids too.

Or perhaps you’d prefer to indulge your palate and compare local flavours with a tasting tour through the Shuswap’s unique wineries, breweries, cideries and distilleries along with some fine artisan cheese, of course.

Download trail maps and get the latest conditions at shuswaptrails.com and pick up the latest editions of the Cycle Guide and Mountain Bike Maps.

EPIC

BIKE TOURS

Bike For Your Life Century Ride: A picturesque, rolling 100 km route with stunning views of old farms, rivers, valleys, and the iconic Enderby Cliffs. Start in Salmon Arm and circle Mt Ida, passing through Armstrong, Enderby, and Grindrod. Attractions along the way include Caravan Farm Theatre, Grass Root Dairies, Ovino Winery, and Larch Hills Winery. Refuel at Farmer John’s Market in Grindrod before tackling 5 km of steep climbing.

Larch Hills Traverse: An epic 42 km highland cross-country romp through the forests, fens, and dramatic lake vistas of the Larch Hills, linking the communities of Salmon Arm and Sicamous, as well as linking into the South Canoe Trail System, the Larch Hills Nordic Trail System, the Rubberhead Mountain Bike Trail system, and the Hyde Mountain Lookout and Sicamous Greenway trail systems.

Salmon Valley

Shuswap Tourism EXPERIENCES GUIDE

MOTOR TOURING

REV UP for A TOUR

DREAMING OF THE OPEN ROAD? THE SHUSWAP IS YOUR DREAM COME TRUE

Life has its twists and turns so you might as well enjoy them. Get in the driver’s seat and come experience the Shuswap’s winding roads and fantastic vistas. This is the perfect place to cruise by car or motorcycle and marvel at endless stretches of mind-blowing scenery along breathtaking shorelines and lush hills.

Our sunny summers are ideal for relaxed days on the road and car buffs will find themselves in good company here. There are car shows and cruise-ins all season long! Paved back roads mean that you don’t need to stress on fast-paced four-lane freeways and we’ve got plenty of gravel roads too for the real get-away-from-it-all ride. And a great bonus? Your windshield or visor will appreciate our lack of bugs!

Check out vintage bikes and catch a restoration in action at Dreamcycle

Motorcycle Museum, then park yourself at Sprokkets Café for a homemade lunch. Visit dreamcycle.ca for more information.

HIGHWAYS & BACKROADS

Day 1: Discover NEskonlith

A tranquil, accessible drive that feels like deep backcountry. Climb through lush forests to views of lakes, rivers, and meadows, and stop for a stroll or paddle. Start in Chase, and enjoy the ride to Anglemont and Sorrento, passing through traditional Neskonlith Indigenous territory. This 2 to 3-hour drive combines two loops for a total distance of 102.6 km, mostly along packed gravel roads.

Day 2: Circle the Shuswap

A scenic tour of the whole Shuswap, with opportunities to stop and visit great towns and attractions. Drive this 220 km highway route all at once, or take your time and design your own adventure! Start in Salmon Arm, and tour to Tappen, Sorrento, Chase, Falkland, Armstrong, Enderby, Grindrod, Mara and Sicamous. Side-trips along the way include White Lake, Blind Bay, Eagle Bay and Squilax.

Larch Hills Winery Sunnybrae-Canoe Point Rd

WINTER EXPLORE OUTDOORS

CONNECT WITH NATURE ALL WINTER LONG

YOUR SHUSWAP WINTER ANY WAY YOU LIKE IT

Skim our snow-covered countryside on cross-country skis! The Shuswap is home to Larch Hills, one of BC’s largest nordic ski centres, with generous annual snow packs, and host of the famous Reino Keski-Salmi Loppet. Bring a thermos of hot chocolate and your lunch to warm up in the log chalet. Looking for a nightime excursion? Ski under the stars on a fully lit trail loop - perfect for all abilities.

The Shuswap’s still waters make iconic rinks in winter, so pack your skates and lace them up here! Our authentic outdoor skating experience is complemented by indoor public arenas across the region.

For a delightful winter stroll, strap on snowshoes, grab a copy of our Nordic Ski guide, and explore our exceptional network of trails.

The Shuswap’s location provides midpoint access to three world-class (alpine) ski resorts: Silverstar (Vernon), Revelstoke Mountain Resort (Revelstoke) and Sun Peaks (Kamloops) all within a 1.5-hour drive.

Off-piste skiing or backcountry touring more your thing? Local cat skiing operators K3 Cat Ski and Mustang Powder can take you to deep, untracked powder. For experienced self-propelled adventurers with knowledge in avalanche terrain and route-finding, the alpine highlands surrounding the Shuswap lake system are an unlimited playground.

Complete your outdoor adventures with a stay in a cozy chalet. Visit with friends, cook a tasty meal together and warm up by a blazing fire. Advance bookings are necessary so book now and start counting down the days. Bundle up and explore all the unique offerings at the November Winter Festival at the Salmon Arm Fair Grounds; or if your game for a little fun, plan on attending the North Shuswap Winter Festival in mid-February.

Share the holiday season with us. Ride in a horse-drawn sleigh, visit the CPR Holiday Train and enjoy the magical feeling at the annual Larch Hills Lantern Ski.

Winter Festival

Larch Hills Chalet

Shuswap Snowshoe Trails

find countless ways to connect and celebrate in our Shuswap communities all season long

BIG MOUNTAINS. BIG SNOW.

New sledders, touring families, fun riders and thrill seekers enjoy tame trails, steep terrain AND deep powder

SLED SICAMOUS

Voted the “Favourite area for family snowmobiling destination area in BC.” by Snorider Magazine.

Four amazing groomed mountains with alpine cabins: Queest, Owlhead, Blue Lake and Eagle Pass. Daily trail passes ($25) and annual club memberships are sold at each trailhead.

All four of our alpine areas are accessed by carefully groomed forest service roads. Sledders can choose from a wide range of terrain to suit any level, from groomed trails and snow-filled meadows for family and novice sledders to challenging steep terrain and deep powder for more experienced riders.

For more information visit sledsicamous.com

www.sledsicamous.com

MOUNTAIN MAGIC

UNPARALLELED adventure

Discover unparalleled powder, groomed areas, challenging climbs, and fun bowls to play in all across the Shuswap. Varied terrain means there’s a magical, memorable ride waiting for everyone: new sledders, touring families, fun riders and thrill-seekers alike. There are daily trail fees in effect in some areas to assist with grooming costs provided by the local clubs.

Nestled in the Eagle Valley, the Sicamous area hosts some of the best alpine snowmobiling in Western Canada. Deep snow, powder filled open bowls, endless meadows, groomed trails, breathtaking alpine scenery and spectacular lake views. From Sicamous you can access Blue Lake, Eagle Pass, Owlhead and Queest on regularly groomed forest service roads. Each area has a cozy cabin to warm up in.

Head to Hunter’s Range from Sicamous or Enderby to another favourite sledding area with deep powder and high alpine bowls.

From Salmon Arm, follow groomed trails from Fly Hills to Skimikin, and free-ride through open meadows and clear cuts, and rest in one of several warming huts.

For truly unforgettable sledding, venture to open, undulating, high alpine meadows at Crowfoot in the North Shuswap. This remote area features the Grizzly Lodge, one of BC’s most desirable sled-in lodges. It is always a smart idea to check the status of the snow pack. Visit sledsicamous.com for trail and weather details, and visit avalanche.ca for snow and avalanche updates.

OTHER ADVENTURES

Once the ice goes on - it’s time to head out for a day of ice fishing, skating or cross-lake skiing! Gardom and White Lake are favourite ice fishing spots with the local fishermen. Farrel’s Field Ice Rink in the North Shuswap is a a must try. Grab your skates and thermos of hot chocolate.

When it’s time for a break–or if some group members prefer urban adventures–head into Sicamous or Salmon Arm to explore boutique shops and cozy cafés, or enjoy a robust meal at a local pub. Winter in the Shuswap is full of surprises and outdoor adventure.

Hunter’s Range

Farrell’s Field Ice Rink

Mount Baldy Downtown Salmon Arm

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SHOP. TASTE. EXPLORE.

COMMUNITY ORIENTED PUBLIC MARKET IN SALMON ARM

There’s something for everyone at Westgate Public Market! Conveniently located off the Trans-Canada Hwy. in Salmon Arm’s west end with plenty of parking for RVs and buses. Experience a friendly, village feel full of amazing tastes, scents, sights, and sounds! You’ll find an incredible selection of locally produced crafts, jewelry and retail items, artisanal breads and pastries, fresh cut meats, quality deli and cheeses, and specialty olive oils. Come enjoy wood-fired pizzas and wraps and a full / self service cidery with an indoor tasting room and seasonal outdoor patio. You will also find personal services and specialty shops, sport and fitness facilities, and an amazing outdoor recreational outfitter for all your fishing, hunting, and camping needs.

www.westgatepublicmarket.com

| Monday-Saturday 10AM - 5PM 2090 10 Ave SW | Salmon Arm

Looking for some retail therapy that’s decidedly different? Make a day of exploring the shops tucked into quaint locations throughout the Shuswap. Salmon Arm is destination shopping at its best. You’ll find everything from large malls, indoor markets and sweet boutiques. From clothing to home décor, used books, and everything cozy, discover blocks of boutiques, specialty shops, cafés and restaurants.

Highlight your visit with a trip to downtown Salmon Arm. Stop by the Salmon Arm Arts Centre, take in a mid-day performances at the Ross Street Plaza, or an evening picnic and concert at Wednesday on the Wharf. Snap a photo on the iconic Salmon Arm wharf. Visit salmonarmdowntown.com for more information.

In Sicamous, you’ll find a great selection of beachwear and water sports equipment, cafés, outdoor markets and more. Enjoy a shady stroll through Enderby’s downtown shops, and be sure to visit the interesting boutiques along the main street in Chase.

Sorrento and Blind Bay offers lots of choices for people in the South Shuswap - ice cream, restaurants, artisan shops and more.

Headed out to the North Shuswap? You’re in for a treat with locally owned cafés, country stores, and farm markets; along with all the other necessities you may need - pharmacies, liquor agencies, gas, diesel and propane.

Visit galleries and artists and artisan studios to peruse handmade items produced by talented folks who live and are inspired in the Shuswap. Determined shoppers can even discover shopping opportunities afloat at Cinnemousun Narrows (but you’ll have to look carefully to find them)!

Be sure to check out the wide variety of hand-made and unique goods at the Shuswap’s many farmers markets.

SALMON ARM BARBER SHOP

Professional cuts. Executive service. Luxury experience. Enjoy Salmon Arm’s premier barber shop. Premium products. Premium clients. Appointments please - book on our website today.

www.salmonarmbarbershop.ca

Salmon Arm | 778.489.4722

Shuswap Artisan Market

Westgate Market

Downtown Salmon Arm

LOCAL EATS

take your taste buds ON A culinary expedition

EXPLORE DOWNTOWN SALMON ARM

Discover places you will love in Downtown Salmon Arm.Unique boutiques, classic cafés, charming restaurants, street side patios, along with theatres, concert halls and art centres. Bring your reusable shopping bags and explore the whimsies of this quaint downtown with great big character.

The bustling Farmers Market brings in the best of our Shuswap farm to table producers every Saturday at the Ross Street Plaza. Fill your baskets with everything you’ll need to create the freshest meal at your home or cottage. Fresh eggs and produce, Shuswap-made cider and wine, pastured raised meat along with freshly baked bread and pastries as you tap your toes to the tunes from local musicians.

Speaking of live music, listen in at Wednesday on the Wharf, Song Sparrow Hall, Ross Street Plaza or even under the Treble Clef on Alexander Street for lively performances. Downtown Salmon Arm respectfully acknowledges it operates on the unceeded and traditional territory of the Secwépemc Peoples.

www.salmonarmdowntown.com

250.832.5440

250 Shuswap Street NE

Salmon Arm

CULINARY

Our favourite travel stories so often begin with the perfect pairing, the hole-in-the-wall café, farmers market magic or fruit stand finds. What’s less well-known? The off the beaten path foodie destinations that hide in plain sight, like those found right here in the Shuswap.

The terroir is nourished by the Shuswap Watershed, a network of rivers, streams and mountain lakelets that feed our name sake, Shuswap Lake, and along with the mild climate, it affords the region a variety of dairy, meat, fruit and produce that belies its compact size. Within two hours, you can visit wineries, distilleries, cideries, breweries, cheese makers, farms, orchards, community markets, amazing restaurants and food shops to fill your heart’s desire.

It might be news to you, but folks in these parts have known it for quite some time indeed.

NINETEEN 05 KITCHEN & RAW BAR

Salmon Arm’s newest dining hot spot! A modern dining experience that rivals any big city restaurant, with incredible ambiance, food, and service. The menu was inspired by international dishes and includes items such as salads and appetizers, fresh sushi and seafood, pasta, vegetarian/vegan options, steak, lamb, and duck, as well as delicious craft cocktails, beer, and an impressive wine list.

www.nineteen05kitchen.com

778.489.1108

251 Harbourfront Drive SW (Located inside the Prestige Harbourfront Resort) Salmon Arm

LOCALLY OWNED FOR 3 GENERATIONS

Deeply rooted in the Shuswap North Okanagan since 1929, Askew’s Foods has always demonstrated a strong commitment to community. Known for its support of local food producers, which ensures that Askew’s customers can purchase the best quality foods grown in the Shuswap and Okanagan Regions. Investing in the community has been a hallmark of the Askew’s Foods, through its generous charitable donations which provides much needed support throughout the community.

Askew’s believes it strength and advantage are in the quality of relationship it fosters first with employees, who often spend their career advancing through the organization, and suppliers who have a vested interest bringing quality products to customers.

Askew’s Foods believes communities thrive when we all work together. So whether you shop in store or in the weekly organic farmers market, you can always expect excellent customer service, a wide choice of local, seasonal organic foods and products produced by people who are passionate about food.

www.askewsfoods.com

250.555.1000

Downtown Salmon Arm, Uptown Salmon Arm, Sicamous, Armstrong

the shuswap is crammed with food experiences worth hunting down

Pick up a copy of our Taste The Shuswap - or find it online at shuswaptourism.ca

GRAB YOUR SLICE OF PARADISE TODAY!

Delicious homemade pizzas and lasagna, chicken wings, boneless ribs, and delicious salads. Offering take out and delivery in the North Shuswap. We are open Easter through Thanksgiving.

www.paradise-pizza.ca

Scotch Creek | 250.955.2110

THE SHUSWAP PIE CO.

“Simply good” artisan pies and pastries from scratch using local ingredients and time honoured techniques. Great coffee, great service. Open 5 days a week for breakfast and lunch. Free wi-fi.

www.shuswappiecompany.ca | 250.832.7992

A-331 Alexander St | Salmon Arm

SPINNAKER CAFÉ

Breakfast and lunch all day. Fresh food fast and friendly. Fresh baked goods. Easy on/off highway access with ample parking. Dine-in and takeout.

www.spinnakercafe.com | 250.675.2238

11-2417 Golf Course Drive | Blind Bay

DUFFER’S GRILL & LOUNGE

Every day in Blind Bay is a great day, especially when our culinary team at Duffer’s Grill & Lounge is mixing a feature drink for you or serving up one of our specialty dishes!

Our culinary team is excited to offer menus that hit just the right mark - no matter what your appetite might be. Creative fresh salads, bowls and wraps, juicy steaks and burgers, and Ocean Wise wild caught salmon.

Enjoy breakfast on the patio, lunch to go, or a full course take-out dinner for the cottage. Our friendly team is here to serve you.

We are open all year, and welcome summer friendly attire. Find several patios and beautiful views overlooking the golf course!

www.duffersden.ca

250.675.2315

2404 Centennial Dr Blind Bay

FOOD IS A PART OF OUR CULTURE

YOU’LL BE HUNGRY FOR MORE

The lush lands of the Secwépemc Nation have long provided indigenous culture and settlers a bounty for which we are very grateful. Meet our farmers and producers, cheesemakers and brewmasters, merchants and grocers, vintners and chefs.

Get to know our locals and explore the taste trails of the Shuswap as they do; folksy exchanges at farmers markets, casual chats at coffee houses, catching up over local cheese and charcuterie, picnics at music in the park, mountain bike banter at the brew pub, BBQs on the beach, wine tastings after walks in the woods, après ski soups and sandwiches, down to earth discussions at the downtown diner, festival food truck feasts.

To take on the Shuswap Taste Trails, you need only pack light. Bring your spirit of adventure and your appetite. Walk, drive, boat or bike, there’s many a way to explore the feasts to savour here.

Food is knitted into our community conversations. Join us at the casual tables located throughout the Shuswap. Our hope is that you’ll leave fulfilled but hungry for more.

MOOSE MULLIGANS PUBLIC EATERY

Ask the locals where to eat in Sicamous and they’ll point you to Moose Mulligans. Renowned for good food and a great location with breathtaking views of the Sicamous Channel - complete with a dock for summer guests arriving via boat. Known as “Moose’s”, this family friendly establishment is owned and operated by very friendly locals, and is open year-round.

Enjoy a brew with a view, and taste the best burgers, salads and tasty appetizers in Sicamous, made by professional chefs that will only leave you wanting more.

Good news! You can take some of this fantastic food with you. Stop by the Fresh Food Market, available year-round for locally prepared, delicious food to go. Frozen, pre-made meals, fresh premium meat and more! Sledding in the winter? Nobody wants a cold soggy sandwich up on the hill… that’s why you’ll find the best Muffpot meals in Sicamous at Moose Mulligans!

www.moosemulligans.ca

Jack Sam’s at Quaaout Lodge

OUR HOME IS YOUR HOME

BE OUR GUEST

PLENTY OF OPTIONS TO SUIT YOU BEST

No matter where you go in the Shuswap, you’ll rest easy in whatever style suits you. Whether you’re here on a family adventure, a romantic getaway, or an escape from routine, there’s a perfect place to hang your hat. There’s a friendly welcome waiting for you at luxurious hotels, quaint motels, cozy cabins, resorts on the lake, campgrounds, mountain retreats, condos, B&Bs and farm stays.

Set up camp and sleep under the stars in the great outdoors! Camping is available at many BC Parks and private campgrounds, with everything from wilderness sites to full-service RV parks. Our Shuswap campgrounds are popular, so reserve your spot well in advance.

You could consider floating your vacation in a whole new direction and rent a houseboat! Sicamous is the place to start your houseboat vacation with boats and amenities to fit crews from two to twenty-four.

Whether you wish to simply kick back and relax or splash out for a quintessential Canadian cultural experience, you’ll feel right at home in the Shuswap. Beautiful spaces, casual places, and a down-to-earth pace await you all year round. Come find yourself here.

COMFORT INN & SUITES

HIGHLAND MOTEL

Renovated, affordable, clean, quiet rooms with a fabulous view. The best little motel in the North Okanagan.

Reservations 250.379.2249

2968 Adelphi Road | Falkland

SQUILAX GENERAL STORE & HOSTEL

Yes you really can sleep in a caboose train car along the shores of the Shuswap. Each caboose sleeps 6, has a kitchen, toilet and sitting area. Free use of a canoe or take our llama for a walk.

www.HIHostels.ca/shuswap | 250.675.2977

229 Trans-Canada Highway | Squilax, Chase

Located on a hill overlooking the crystal waters of Shuswap Lake. Indoor pool with waterslide and hot tub, fitness room, business centre and conference centre rooms. Located across Highway 1 from Shaw Centre Arena. www.choicehotels.ca/984 | 250.832.7711

1090 - 22nd St NE | Salmon Arm

Quaaout Lodge

A PLACE OF BELONGING FOR EVERYONE

Private lodge rooms, cabins, cabanas, RVs and tenting - we are so much more than just a family summer camp! Sorrento

Centre is like a precious hidden gem - a four-season retreat and conference centre with a private beach, beautiful hiking, and nearby biking routes. A popular destination for small groups and individuals attending courses and retreats, we also host music festivals, fibre-arts workshops, yoga retreats, family reunions, cycling/skiing/sledding clubs, weddings and so much more.

www.sorrentocentre.ca

1.888.694.2409

1159 Passchendaele Rd

Sorrento

SCOTCH CREEK COTTAGES

Simply the most relaxing, lakeside family vacation resort in BC. Located on a park-like lakefront setting on the north shore of Shuswap Lake offering 20 unique vacation rentals, ranging from cozy two bedroom cabins to large, luxury 3 bedroom cabins. Enjoy wonderful views of Shuswap Lake, the mountains and our park like grounds right from your covered deck. Boat, kayak, canoe and water toy rentals are available at the resort.

www.shuswap.ca

250.955.0080

4044 Express Point Rd

Scotch Creek

Sorrento Centre

Anchor Riverfront Motel

Woodland Cabins

Scotch Creek

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BLIND BAY HIDEAWAY

Relax. Adventure. Explore. Just steps from the lake, our property features a private beach with a dock, fire pits, hot tub and more!

Nearby you can find restaurants, golfing, rentals for boating and water sports, wine tasting, hiking & biking trails.

www.blindbayhideaway.com | 250.253.5600

2094 Eagle Bay Rd | Blind Bay

PRESTIGE HARBOURFRONT RESORT

With unobstructed views of Shuswap Lake, the resort offers a comfortable yet upscale experience where you can relax and watch the sunset from your private balcony. Indulge at the new restaurant, Nineteen05 Kitchen and Raw Bar, or the wonderful Lake Life Boutique Spa. A dip in the indoor/outdoor pool and hot tub will ensure your stay is relaxing and enjoyable.

www.prestigehotelsandresorts.com/locations/salmon-arm/oveview

250.833.5800

251 Harbourfront Drive SW

Salmon Arm

WOODLAND CABINS

Nestled in the hills surrounding pristine White Lake (20 min from Salmon Arm), this family oriented micro-resort offers luxury accommodations in the serenity of nature. Specializing in family gatherings, romantic getaways, and rejuvenating holidays, our unparalleled customer service team is ready to deliver your next worry-free dream vacation. We’d love the opportunity to show you why 98% of our guests leave perfect-score reviews!

www.woodlandcabins.ca

250.803.4670

2772 Schmid Road

White Lake

STAY WITH US IN SICAMOUS!

The Anchor Riverfront Motel is situated along the Trans Canada Highway with a campground located at the back of property overlooking the Eagle River. The motel offers clean, comfortable, central accommodation for families and people looking for a great place to stay in Sicamous. You’ll find lots of green space to stretch your legs. Two bedroom units are available along with pet-friendly rooms. There are 5 RV spaces (without hook-ups). Self-contained 5th Wheels and large motorhomes can easily access the space. Tenting areas also available, with a washroom with shower and outdoor kitchen (BBQ and sink)

www.anchormotel.ca

250.836.2546

1321 Trans-Canada Frontage Rd

Sicamous