Canoeing & Kayaking in Kamloops, British Columbia

 

Watersports in Kamloops

The variations in land elevations and abundance of lakes and rivers in Kamloops and surrounding areas provide great paddling opportunities. There are a full range of grades for testing canoeing and kayaking skills from the gentle flow of area lakes to the faster pace of the South and North Thompson Rivers.

 

Canoeing and Kayaking in Kamloops

> The North & South Thompson Rivers: The Thompson Rivers, which runs right through the city, are the perfect places to start a canoe or kayak adventure.

  • Boat launches
  • Plenty of parking

 

> Paul Lake: this quiet lake is located just 15 minutes from Kamloops and is also a great place to go out with a guided tour.

 

> Shumway Lake: only 15 minutes from Kamloops. Home to the:

  • Kamloops Canoe & Kayak Club
  • Kamloops Rowing Club
  • Kamloops Waterski Club.

 

> Kamloops Lake: this lake is a very large lake and is fed by the Thompson River. Kamloops.

 

> Shuswap Lakes: the Big & Little Shuswap Lakes are world renowned and offer paddlers miles of great wildlife viewing.

 

> 100+ Lakes in the Area: there are too many lakes within an hour's drive of Kamloops to mention

 

Canoe and Kayak Rentals in Kamloops

Kamloops has shops which sell paddling gear as well as repair facilities.

Ocean Pacific Water Sports - 250-828-0188 or vist their website

1168 Battle Street

Rentals with all included accessories:
> $50/day
> $80/weekend

Lessons including kayak rental:
> $100 for 3 hours
 

Vahalla Pure Outfitters - website

More sport stores in Kamloops