The favorable climate makes this southern portion of the province one of the country’s major fruit-producing areas. Immerse yourself in the area’s natural beauty.
The British Columbia Interior of Canada’s most westerly province offers a variety of majestic views including the Rocky Mountains and its glaciers. Spend time in the area using popular Nelson in the Kootenay region as your base. Offering a unique blend of small-town charm with larger city amenities, Nelson is strategically located between Cranbrook to the east and Kelowna to the west.
In Cranbrook, play golf with stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and rivers. Fish for trout year round. In winter, shelter in tents that have been set up on icy lakes. Fort Steele Heritage Town on the city’s outskirts allows you to experience an earlier time. The Museum of Rail Travel has one of the largest collections of trains in North America.
Kelowna is set picturesquely near Okanagan Lake, with a good climate for abundant vineyards. Biking, hiking and golf are popular pastimes. Walk or hike the nearby Myra Canyon Trestles, which include 18 trestle bridges and two tunnels with jaw-dropping scenery along the way.
North of Kelowna is Kamloops, where bird watching along a migratory pathway is highly rewarding. The city’s location on the Thompson River and plenty of nearby lakes provide many opportunities for water and beach activities. Experience the massive municipal bike park that offers a variety of riding conditions.
Travel west to Lillooet where the gold rush brought considerable activity to the town. Today those earlier times are remembered at the Lillooet Museum and Visitor Centre. Horses are still a common mode of transportation here. Look for them tied up outside businesses waiting for their riders to return.
Williams Lake and Golden are located at the northern section of the region. The former is along the 1,200-mile-long (1,900-kilometer) Gold Rush Trail, which begins in Lillooet. Golden is surrounded by national parks and a provincial park, seven parks in total.
Come and explore the natural beauty of the British Columbia Interior.
