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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.

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.

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.

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Explore Kamloops

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