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Kamloops blends energizing recreational opportunities with a culture of warm, welcoming, real people, allowing visitors to let loose and just play.
Kamloops is B.C.'s Friendliest City and has over 85,000 residents who call the city home, with many smaller rural communities in the surrounding area. As Canada's Tournament Capital, the city draws thousands of spectators and sporting participants each year to enjoy the world class sports facilities.
Kamloops' climate and weather are incredible. The city basks in over 2,000 hours of sunshine annually, pretty much guaranteeing a sunny tee time for a golf getaway or great weather for any outdoor recreational pursuit.
The vast, rugged landscape of Kamloops showcases a variety of terrain, from silt bluffs to rolling hills, that attracts visitors from all over the world to enjoy mountain biking, wildlife viewing, rock hounding, and hiking . Check out the unbelievable panoramic views of mountain ranges, lush agriculture fields, Kamloops Lake and the meeting of the North and South Thompson Rivers right in the heart of the city.
Kamloops is Canada's hottest new golf destination. With a long golf season extending from mid-March through to the end of October, superb course conditioning and 13 remarkable courses, it's easy to spend a week or more golfing in Kamloops. ScoreGolf Magazine and Golf Digest named Tobiano Golf Course as Canada's Best New Golf Course for 2008.
Fishing is a year-round activity in Kamloops. From fly fishing in spring, summer and fall to ice fishing in the winter, the toughest decision most anglers have is deciding which of over 100+ lakes to try. The summer months mean water sports where the boats and watercraft come out to play on the rivers and lakes, plus whitewater rafting is available close to Kamloops.
Look into the history of the city at the Kamloops Museum and Archives. Explore local arts and culture at one of the many art galleries or artisan exhibits. Explore the unique stores and coffee shops during the day, followed by an evening at the theatre or symphony.
Source: Tourism Kamloops
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