Hiking in Kamloops, British Columbia

 

 

Hiking in Kamloops, BC

Kamloops' vast, rugged landscape lends itself perfectly to being a great hiking destination. The terrain varies from semi-arid desert to lush, green forests of birch, poplar, spruce and ponderosa pine. There are many exciting areas to hike in Kamloops for people of all abilities.

For more information on any of the hikes below, recommendations and/or directions, please contact the Kamloops Visitor Centre.

 

Recommended Hiking Areas in Kamloops, BC

 

Peterson Creek Park

  • Located downtown
  • Several entrances
  • Parking available
  • Range of trail difficulties
  • Waterfall
  • Great for a family picnic

For a Peterson Creek Park Trail Map click here

Kenna Cartwright Park

  • Outstanding views of Kamloops
  • Well marked
  • Suggested trails for every ability
  • Sagebrush, forested areas and grassland terrain

For a Kenna Cartwright Trail Map click here


Embleton Mountain

  • Moderately steep trail
  • Various side trails leading to summit
  • this is a moderately steep trail that leads to the summit with a network of side trails

Isobel Lake Interpretive Trail: 

  • Northwest of Kamloops on Lac Du Bois Road
  • Enjoy interpretive trail footpaths around the lake
  • Learn about the different uses of the forest

Lac Du Bois:

  • Endless series of trails exploring behind Batchelor Heightsh
  • Ideal for bird watching
  • Upper grasslands in bloom during June and July

Lac le Jeune/Ross Moore Lake:

  • 25km circuit starting in the day use area of the Provincial Park
  • Last 2 km before Ross Moore Lake are challenging but rewarding

Mara Mountain:

  • Hoodoo hiking in this area
  • Vegetaion ranges from cactus, sage, forest and grasslands

McConnell Lake Provincial Park:

  • South of Kamloops, just past Stake Lake
  • Easy 1.5km trail
  • Small parking area
  • Picnic tables
  • Fishing lake

Paul Lake Provincial Park Circuit:

  • 2.3 km hike starting in the day use area parking leading to the summit of Gibraltar Rock.
  • Strenuous hike at times
  • Benches along the way
  • Rewarding view

Pinantan Lake Mountain Ascent Park:

  • West end of Pinantan Lake
  • Nice views
  • Opportunities for wildlife viewing

Rivers Trail: 

  • Begins in Pioneer Park and continues through Riverside Park, Overlander Bridge, Schubert Drive and into Westsyde
  • 16km
  • Pathways are paved and flat

Stake Lake Trails:

  • Hiking trails in the summer, not overly difficult
  • Cross country trails in the winter

Sun Peaks Resort:

  • Variety of walking/hiking trails 
  • Alpine Blossom Festival in July and August
  • Website

Tranquille Marsh/Dew Drop Range Trail:

  • Off Tranquille Road past the airport
  • Great for bird watching

Valleyview:

  • Trail begins behind the arena in Valleyview on Highland Road.
  • Variety of easy trails with great views
  • Ideal place to watch the sunset

 

Hiking Trail Maps for Kamloops, British Columbia

Check with the Kamloops Visitor Centre on local area hiking maps and for recommendations on the gear needed for hiking excursions.