Posts by Carolyn Ali | Explore Kamloops

We know when you’re visiting Kamloops you want to make sure you see the surrounding area before you leave too – we’ve got one spot you don’t want to miss before your stay in Kamloops is over.

“There’s an amazing amount of stuff that goes on behind the scenes at a ski hill,” says Norm Daburger. His family has owned and operated Harper Mountain since 1973, which he now runs with his wife, Lisa. “We wear a lot of hats,” he says, and he doesn’t mean just toques. “We maintain a small staff, so we do a lot of things ourselves.”

When you want to explore Kamloops and the area, but need to be back by sundown, consider a trip along Lac le Jeune Road. A more laidback alternative to the mighty Coquihalla Highway 5 heading south, Lac le Jeune Road leads to three provincial parks with plenty of activities to bring you back to nature. When you’re done, loop back to Kamloops on the Coquihalla. Here are a few places to get out and explore and activities to try.

Want to try something new? Birdwatching is easy, accessible, inexpensive and a great way to get out into nature while maintaining physical distancing. It’s also endlessly fascinating in Kamloops, according to Tom Beeke, a local high school geography teacher who has been birding for 15 years and is “obsessed” with the hobby.

For James MacDonald, theatre isn’t just about entertainment—it’s about sharing stories that really resonate with people. “I always think of our goal as stimulating the water cooler conversation,” he says. “I want people to come to the theatre and then to continue to talk about it for days afterward.”

It’s obvious to anyone watching the Kamloops Symphony that Dina Gilbert is a natural-born conductor. Her eyebrows rise and fall with expression, her gestures brim with passion and she leads her musicians with a genuine connection.

Updated June 2022 We know that your trip to Kamloops has been full of adventure – but everyone needs to plan for a bit of downtime while experiencing the best region in interior BC. Plan a day of relaxation - leisurely breakfasts, mid-morning strolls, and light-filled afternoon drives. Here’s a recipe for a laidback day in and around Kamloops.

Pull over and take in the view. This 296-kilometre loop takes you on the scenic route through Merritt, with desert and lakes everywhere you look. Make a day of it, with stops for farm-fresh produce, hand-made bannock, and craft beer or cider to take back to your hotel for an evening in.

Driving between Kamloops and the Shuswap is one of the best ways to experience all BC has to offer when it comes to landscapes. You’ll experience rolling hills, hoodoos, farmland, and spectacular shoreline when you day trip from Kamloops through the Shuswap.

It’s not often that you see firefighters in full gear unfurling firehoses and racing against time. This year’s BrewLoops combines a craft-beer festival with the excitement of the firehouse.

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Explore Kamloops

Author: Carolyn Ali

4 Reasons to Road Trip to Wells Gray

Harper Mountain: Kamloops' Hidden Gem

Day-trip! Outdoor fun along Lac le Jeune Road

A Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching in Kamloops

Meet Western Canada Theatre Artistic Director: James MacDonald

Meet Kamloops Symphony's Music Director: Dina Gilbert

Taste of Kamloops: A Laidback Loop of Food, Wine, and Art

Kamloops Road Trip: 8 Scenic Stops on a Merritt Loop

Kamloops Road Trip: 7 Quirky Stops on a Shuswap Loop

2019 BrewLoops and FireFit Championships

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