Winter Adventure in Kamloops, British Columbia
Things to Do this Winter in Kamloops
Kamloops' vast, wide open landscape provides varied terrain for a multitude of winter adventures. Coupled with bright, sunny skies and dry, light snow on the surrounding mountains, the city is the ultimate destination for winter activities for many reasons.
Not only is Kamloops home to Sun Peaks Resort, Canada’s third-largest ski resort, but is also only 20 minutes from Harper Mountain, a family friendly ski hill with a Tube Park and night skiing. Prefer cross country skiing, an abundance of groomed trails are close by for classic and skate skiing. Talk to the Kamloops Visitor Centre for recommended areas to check out to make some tracks.
Unique Winter Activities
Beyond Skiing & Snowboarding, there are other unique ways to explore Kamloops' winter wonderland. Snowmobiling in the Kamloops region is world class, with the season often extending from mid-November until late April. The local snowmobile clubs do an excellent job of maintaining and marking trails so it's easy to plan an adventure with your friends.
Some other recommended winter activities are:
Celebrate Winter ... Kamloops style
There are many exciting outdoor winter festivals and events that happen annually. Take the family to Wildlights at the BC Wildlife Park and for a ride on the Kamloops Heritage Railway's Spirit of Christmas Train. Go for a stroll downtown where the tree lined streets are lit up to create a festive feeling. Start planning a winter getaway to Kamloops!
Information
Kamloops Visitor Centre: 1-800-662-1994
Harper Mountain |
.jpg-tubing.jpg_0405zQ.jpg) The ideal mountain for family winter fun. Harper Mountain offers affordable day rates and season passes, as well as night skiing on Thursday and Friday nights. |
Sun Peaks Resort |
 Welcome to Canada's third largest ski resort! 3,678 acres of skiable terrain for downhill and nordic skiing, snowboarding; plus a tube park, terrain park, snowmobile trails, snowshoeing, ski school and rentals. |