Hiking
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Getting back to Nature Any Time of Year
Snowshoeing at Stake Lake near Kamloops. Photo Mary Putnam, Tourism Kamloops
The Thompson Okanagan has a variety of camping locations that are available year-round, offering amenities and services for short and long-term camping; your choices abound. Continue Reading
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Vancouver Island, BC Off-Season Adventures
Snow Shoeing Mt Washington, BC
To get you started let me give you just a couple of very different 'cool season' activities on different parts of Vancouver Island, along with two fantastic year-round RV parks located close to each mini adventure. Life’s too short not to visit the best places, right? So let’s start this Island winter season sampler Continue Reading
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Exploring British Columbia’s Recreation Sites and Trails: Lundbom Lake
Lundbom Lake Sunset
Sometimes, the weather can be tough in the lower mainland of British Columbia. Rain and overcast skies can put a serious damper on our motivation to get out of the house a... Continue Reading
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Soaking it up at Lussier Hot Springs, Kootenay Rockies, BC
Lussier Hot Springs, Kootenay Rockies
A hot spring that we had at the top of our list was Lussier Hot Springs. These natural springs are located in Whiteswan Lake Provincial Park. Continue Reading
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5 Fun Family Adventures Near Wasa Lake in the East Kootenays, BC
Gold Panning at Fort Steele
Wasa lake is the warmest lake in the Kootenays and is a popular summer camping destination. This Provincial campground has 103 sites (65 of them are reservable), an amphitheatre for parks talks, nature trail, kids (or adventurous adults) bike park, as well as washrooms with flush toilets and showers. Wasa Lake itself is a short walk or bike ride through the campground and has sandy beaches, a playground, boat launch and grassy picnic areas. Continue Reading
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Tunkwa Lake Resort in BC’s Gold Country – Come for the Loons, Not the Tunes
Off they go - fishing on Tunkwa Lake
Located just a one-hour drive from Kamloops, Tunkwa Lake Resort is on the other side of Logan Lake when coming in from Highway 5. It offers both campsites and cabins, as well as boat rentals. Continue Reading
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Exploring Radium Hot Springs, BC
Radium Hot Springs Kootenay National Park
Radium Hot Springs is an ideal stopover while traveling through the Kootenays, or as a holiday destination, as there is something to do for everyone. Continue Reading
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Paul Lake Provincial Park, a Picturesque Camping Spot Near Kamloops, BC
Paul Lake Day Use Area
We chose Paul Lake for its variety of recreational opportunities. I had heard the day use area was excellent, and a quick look on the BC Parks website confirmed that the park offered both canoeing and hiking. Continue Reading
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Bowron Lakes, BC: Not Just a Place to Portage!
Relaxing on Bowron Lake
With its pristine views and rugged adventures, you would think that the Bowron Lakes only attracts highly skilled hikers and paddlers. We found this was not the case! Yes we love hiking, camping and paddling but we had no intention of strapping on a backpack or carrying our canoe. We heard what a beautiful area it was, so we set out to explore it. Continue Reading
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Kentucky-Alleyne Provincial Park near Merritt, BC Offers Lots to Explore plus New Campsites
Fishing on Alleyne Lake
Kentucky-Alleyne Provincial Park is located just off Highway 5A between Merritt and Princeton. Surrounded by rolling ranch land, Kentucky-Alleyne boasts two sparkling turquoise lakes that draw anglers from near and far. Continue Reading
