Winter in Kamloops

Bush Lake

Hike Kamloops

Winter in Kamloops is filled with frosty adventures and there are plenty of ways to play outside in the crisp air. Frolic on snowy trails with panoramic views of the frozen lakes and frosty grasslands. Dip your hook into an icy lake for a chance to reel in the big one. Usher in the winter spirit at lively seasonal events and cozy eateries. Or, hunt for powder stashes at two downhill ski areas. Find your pace (and your space) with a winter trip to Kamloops.

Sun Peaks Resort

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A powder hound’s paradise

Ski & Snowboard

The BC Interior is renowned for feather-light powder and incredible bluebird days. 

A hidden gem, Harper Mountain is a boutique ski resort packed with nostalgic charm and family-friendly vibes. Locally owned and operated for over 50 years, the resort offers 400 acres of terrain, night skiing, a tube park, cross-country skiing, and snowshoe trails.

For the ultimate ski enthusiasts, Sun Peaks Resort is a must-see, with 4,720 acres of terrain across three peaks and a charming European-style village for après.

Start Shredding

Harper Mountain

Mary Putnam

Harper Mountain

Mary Putnam

Step into winter

Snowshoeing

Take your winter wanders to the Kamloops trails and experience the serenity of a snowy meander through forests and foothills.

At Overlander Ski Club, explore 21 km of scenic snowshoe paths, including dog-friendly trails and challenging routes. Harper Mountain features 11 km of serene routes, from easy loops to summit climbs. For a guided adventure, opt for a snowshoe tour at Sun Peaks.

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More winter adventures

Overlander Ski Club

Tamra Jaeger

Explore the Nordic ski trails

Cross-Country Skiing

Listen to the swoosh of your skis as you glide through groomed tracks, passing ponderosa pines and peek-a-boo views of rivers, lakes, and foothills. Kamloops boasts several cross-country skiing venues with a combined 100 km (62 miles) of classic and skate skiing trails for all ability levels.

Glide through the groomed tracks at Overlander Ski Club at Stake Lake, the scenic route at Harper Mountain, or the extensive Nordic network at Sun Peaks Resort.

Cross Country Skiing

Dylan Sherrard

Reel in a rainbow trout

Ice Fishing

Drill a hole and drop your hook in the frigid fish-stocked lakes near Kamloops. Angle for rainbow and brook trout, as well as kokanee salmon. If you’re new to the sport, you can take a lesson and learn from the pros. Be AdventureSmart before stepping onto any frozen surface.
 

Ice Fishing

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Catch a Blazers Hockey Game

Cheer on the Kamloops Blazers and catch WHL Hockey action at the Sandman Centre starting in September. Watch as these potential NHL prospects play against teams such as Vancouver Giants, Kelowna Rockets, Prince George Cougars, and Victoria Royals.
 

Watch a Game
Discover winter wonder

Find your winter playground

A group of friends enjoying a beer in the cozy Harper Mountain Lodge near Kamloops, BC.

Harper Mountain

Mary Putnam

Harper Mountain

Ski & Snowboard | Cross-Country Skiing | Snowshoeing | Tubing

Located just 20 minutes from Kamloops, Harper Mountain has been a cherished local favourite for over 50 years. This family-owned resort offers downhill skiing & snowboarding, cross-country skiing, tubing, night skiing, and snowshoe trails for endless winter fun.

Harper Mountain
Two cross country skiers gliding on the trails at Stake Lake with the sunset in the background located near Kamloops, BC.

Overlander Ski Club

Tamra Jaeger

Overlander Ski Club

Cross-Country Skiing | Snowshoeing

Glide into winter bliss with Overlander Ski Club at Stake Lake. Explore 60 km of groomed Nordic ski trails and snowshoe paths, from beginner-friendly 5 km loops to challenging 21 km routes, plus illuminated trails for night skiing. On-site rentals make it easy for anyone to hit the trails, and the cozy day lodge offers the perfect spot to warm up post-adventure.

Overlander Ski Club
Snowboarding carving down a pristinely groomed trail at Sun Peaks Resort with a view of the mountain's ski trails and sunset in ithe background.

Sun Peaks Resort

Destination BC/Reuben Krabbe

Sun Peaks Resort

Ski & Snowboard | Cross-Country Skiing | Snowshoeing | Tubing

Sun Peaks is a world-class ski resort offering epic winter adventures across three stunning peaks. Ski or snowboard down powdery slopes, explore their cross-country trails, snowshoe through tranquil forests, or enjoy a laugh tubing.

Sun Peaks Resort

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