The locals call it endless summer – and you do not want to miss out on sneaking away to Kamloops this autumn. Kamloops has a great place to visit in the fall. The colours are beautiful, the summer crowds have all gone home, and the weather is still incredible!
So, what type of weekend will you plan?
The Salmon Run Weekend Getaway:
Viewing Platform Trail Tsútswecw Provincial Park
This is the perfect time of year to view the Salmon Run at Adams River located approximately 40 minutes east of the city in Tsútswecw Provincial Park. Even in non-dominant years, hundreds of Salmons can still be seen. With beautiful fall foliage, the drive along the Thompson River and Shuswap is stunning.
The Wine Tour Weekend Getaway:
Beer & Wine Tasting
At a latitude of 50.6 degrees north and nestled deep in the valley on the banks of the North and South Thompson Rivers, you’ll find one of BC’s newest and northernmost wine destinations. A premium BC wine designation, the Thompson Valley is home to four wineries that will delight every palate. Discover a bevy of premium, bright, award-winning wines as you explore the Thompson Valley wine region on your own or with a guided tour. Visit a tasting room to find your new favourite. With four wineries to experience, it’s the perfect excuse to take that weekend getaway.
The Downtown Experience:
Shopping in downtown Kamloops
Explore galleries, coffee shops and locally owned retail stores. Check out the Kamloops Arts and Culture scene - catch the newest production at Western Canada Theatre or the Kamloops Symphony. Go on a self-guided brew tour or heritage walking tour. Meander along the river to take in the ever-changing fall colours or check out Peterson Creek Park – access to hiking only minutes from the downtown core.
The Shop till you Drop & Casino Experience:
$100 GC to Aberdeen Mall
“Cascades Casino is your Kamloops entertainment destination.” Enjoy Live entertainment every weekend and three different restaurants on site. Then head over to Aberdeen Mall, the largest retail space in Kamloops… get your Christmas shopping done early!
The Outdoor Adventure Weekend:
Riverside Park Rivers Trail Fall
Bringing the family to get outside this weekend? You’ve come to the right destination. Autumn is one of the most beautiful times for some outdoor adventure in Kamloops. Kamloops’ rugged, desert-like valley is home to deep gorges, sandstone canyons, fragrant sagebrush and ponderosa pines, and chiseled hoodoos that frame every photo. So, grab your hiking boots, bike, paddleboard, or kayak, and explore 100+ lakes, 82 parks, and hundreds of trails, all within a 45-minute drive of downtown.
We have so many great hotels with comfortable family accommodation options with indoor pools and waterslides to unwind after a day outdoors.
Book your stay in Kamloops now and get ready for your fall getaway.