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Barriere/Lower North Thompson
BARRIERE/LOWER NORTH THOMPSON
1 Start your adventure now!
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Take the Yellowhead Highway (5) North from Kamloops as you travel up the Overlander’s route of 1862 while exploring the North Thompson River valley. Follow this picturesque river as it winds through a colourful panorama of rolling ranch-lands, steep canyons, lakes and forests. 2 Ferry back in time
Check out the historic McLure Ferry which has been crossing the river at McLure for over 100 years, one of only a few reaction ferries still operating in B.C. In 2003 the heroic efforts of the McLure Ferry and its crew were instrumental in moving firefighting crews and equipment to contain a firestorm when all other 250.573.3534 access roads into the area were blocked by wildfire.
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During that firestorm, this little reaction ferry made over 100 trips in just 24 hours across the North Thompson River to help save the valley. The ferry operates daily during late spring to early fall from 7:00 am-11:45 am and 1:00 pm-6:30 pm. Crossing time is five minutes; capacity is two vehicles and 12 passengers. 3 Need a charge?
North of McLure you’ll find an electric car charging station at the lookout rest area in Fish Trap Canyon, other charging stations can be found at the rest stops in Little Fort and Wire Cache. 4 Look into the eye of the dragon
Take the time to check out the Wildfire Dragon Carving on the south side of the Louis Creek Industrial Park just east of the Yellowhead at Louis Creek. The carving was created to recognize the outpouring of help received after the McLure Wildfire in 2003 completely decimated the small community of Louis Creek, and the area’s major employer at the time, the Tolko Mill. 5 Where’s the beef?
Take a side trip at Louis Creek by turning east up Agate Bay Road into the heart of the area’s ranching country. Ranching families have lived here since the 1800s with many of the original family’s descendants continuing the ranching tradition today.
Jill Hayward
BARRIERE AWAITS
adventures begin
Welcome to the DISTRICT OF BARRIERE
Where responsible travel is always in season. Come explore and enjoy the abundant recreational activities with a home-town atmosphere. Visit us on-line at www.barriere.ca
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9 Hit hard, run fast, turn left!
If baseball is your game you’ll find a number of ball fields adjacent to Fadear Park. Catch a game, limber up with your own bat and ball, or just enjoy “the field of dreams.”
10 Cowboy up!
While you’re in Barriere check out “what’s up” at the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo grounds facility just down the road from the Barriere Tourism Info Centre. If you’re driving through on the September Labour Day weekend make sure you get your cowboy on to partake of all the festivities. 11 Voices from the past
Stop in at the North Thompson Museum in Barriere and browse the numerous “Exploring Our Roots” displays that tell the stories of pioneer families who settled this valley so long ago. Open to the public in July and August.
6 Into the deep!
Follow the road to Agate Bay, situated on the west side of Adams Lake. This lake is 63-kilometre long and boasts an average depth of 981 feet (299.009 metre), ranking it sixth deepest in the world. Here you will find a boat launch at Agate Bay, a number of recreation sites for camping, including a marine park. 7 Stay on track
Continue up the Yellowhead from Louis Creek to the point where the North Thompson River meets the Barriere River and you’ll find the friendliest little town around. Barriere offers a Tourism Information Centre in the heart of the community, and provides amenities and services for any traveler’s needs.
8 Picnic in the park
Directly across from Barriere’s shopping mall you’ll find Fadear Park, complete with a Splash Pad for the kids, a blacktopped walking oval, and a Bandshell where “Music In The Park” often takes place on Friday evenings through the summer and fall.
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12 Fresh from the farm
Every Thursday morning the Barriere Farmer’s Market takes place right next to the Yellowhead Highway outside Sam’s Pizza and Rib House Restaurant from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. 13 Find the lakes
Barriere is well known for a number of recreation lakes in the area. Barriere Lakes Road will take you to South Barriere Lake, North Barriere Lake, East Barriere Lake and Saskum Lake. Stop in at the Barriere Info Centre for directions or ask one of the locals.
14 Picnic by the river
Pack a lunch and travel up Barriere Lakes Road to the Barriere Forks Regional Park. There you’ll find gentle forest and meadow hiking trails, and a great spot by the Barriere River to enjoy lunch on a picnic table. 15 Hike the alpine
Harp Mountain is north of North Barriere Lake on the Harper Creek Forestry Road and is a favourite for alpine hikers and adventurers in the summer.
Here’s to the Next Chapter
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Licensed Realtor
Our Future
Simpcw First Nation is committed to creating a strong future for our people. We strive to uphold our culture, as well as work towards economic sustainability and professional development for our community.
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Simpcw First Nation is one of 17 bands that make up the Secwepemc Nation. Simpcwul’ecw (Simpcw territory) covers 5,000,000 hectares and extends north to Kakwa Park, south to Vinsulla, west of Goat River, and east of Jasper, including the North Thompson Valley. Simpcw people are known for their hunting and shing abilities, as well their extensive plant and wildlife knowledge.
ADMINISTRATION OFFICE
Simpcw First Nation: 7555 Dunn Lake Road, Barriere, B.C. Of ce Hours: 8 am-4 pm Monday to Friday Reach Us: Phone: 250.672.9995 Fax: 250.672.5858 Email: reception@simpcw.com Web: www.simpcw.com
16 Got time for fishing?
The Barriere area is an angler’s paradise. Take a day trip to the Bonaparte Provincial Park where you’ll find many lakes along the way such as Gorman, Allan, Dunsapie, Mason and Windy, plus numerous other small and large lakes within the area. Before you go make sure you stop at the Barriere Tourism Info Centre for a map, campground info, and an update on gravel road conditions. 17 Ready to shred?
Mountain bikers will find the “super fast and flowy” Section Zero trail in Chu Chua by travelling from Barriere north on Dunn Lake Road to Simpcw First Nation where their talented trail builders continue to create world class trails for mountain bike enthusiasts.
18 Play the course
Just north of Barriere you’ll find the tiny hamlet of Chinook Cove, home to a championship length golf course, club house, and RV park, all set in scenic surroundings where memories are made. 19 Finding ‘The Fort’
Camera buffs will find plenty of opportunity to click away at scenic pullouts, abandoned buildings of yesteryear, and surprise wildlife encounters while travelling north on the Yellowhead to Little Fort. Originally an early 1800s Hudson Bay fur brigade settlement called La Traverse, Little Fort is situated at the junction of Highway 5 and Highway 24, taking travellers west to 100 Mile House.
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20 So many lakes
Dubbed “The Land of Hidden Waters,” Highway 24 gives access to more than 200 fishing lakes, and some of the best fly fishing in North America. There are so many lakes for anglers to choose from, it’s like trying to pick the best goodie from a box of chocolates. Make sure you get directions in Little Fort, and know road conditions to the lakes before you go. 21 Take a break & recharge
Immediately north of Little Fort you’ll find a shady and pleasant rest area at the bridge over Lemieux Creek. Let the kids burn off some energy while you sit back, relax, and recharge your electric vehicle.
22 Hitch a ride to the other side
Take the Little Fort Ferry across the North Thompson. This reaction ferry operates daily during late spring to early fall from 7:00 am-11:45 am and 1:00 pm-6:30 pm). Crossing time is five minutes; capacity is two vehicles and 12 passengers. Once on the other side, turn north and a drive of approximately 20 minutes on a winding gravel road will bring you to the deep and clear Dunn Lake and Forest Recreation site. Have a family picnic, go canoeing, fishing, sit a while and enjoy the experience, or turn north and take the backroad to Clearwater. Note: It is important to check road conditions before you go, as road work may also be underway. 23 Sky above, earth below, peace within
For hikers and outdoor adventure enthusiasts the 19,353-hectare Dunn Peak Protected Area is a dream come true. Explore a wilderness noted for its wildlife habitat, backcountry recreation opportunities and majestic mountain scenery. The park is bordered to the west by the North Thompson River and to the east by Harper Creek and the Shuswap Highlands. The area is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, and is home to great blue herons, bald eagles, wolves, cougars, martens, river otters, black bears, mule deer and mountain goats. No camping or day facilities and a 4x4 is recommended.
Kelly Funk Photography
