Road Trips
Lac du Bois Grasslands
Chris Wheeler
Nothing gives you a sense of freedom and space quite like a road trip. And, all roads lead to Kamloops… literally. At the junction of five major highways, Kamloops is both easy to get to and the perfect starting place for uncharted adventures. Combine your favourite activities into one or more loops. Waterfalls, wineries, cowboy culture, and jaw-dropping landscapes are all on the map. Let curiosity be your compass.
Take to the open road
Hit the highway with endless possibilities ahead of you and nothing but pavement in your rearview mirror. Discover must-do Kamloops area road trips that will fuel your sense of adventure and connect you to towns, cultures, and the fascinating stories of the Thompson Valley.
Hoodoos and breathtaking views
Kamloops is home to unique geography and foliage, including sagebrush, grasslands, and rolling foothills. Hike to see hoodoos formed by volcanic rock or go for a scenic drive to view silt bluffs from a glacial lake.
Take the food, wine, and art loop
Enjoy a laid back trip in and around Kamloops that takes you on a journey through food, wine, art, and stunning vistas of Thompson Valley along the way.
4 reasons to road trip to Wells Gray
Wells Gray Provincial Park, also known as Canada's Waterfall Park, is a 1.5-hour drive north of Kamloops in the town of Clearwater. Here are four reasons to hop in the car and enjoy a day trip.
Journey from waterfalls to wineries
From rushing cascades to boutique vineyards, and everything in between, the Thompson Valley is ripe for a memorable summer road trip.
7 quirky stops in the Shuswap
Take a day trip from Kamloops through the Shuswap and you’ll find plenty of curious stops en route. From local farm stands and eateries, to fun oddities like a motorcycle museum and a donkey refuge, there are plenty of quirky experiences to be had.
EV road tripping in the Land of Hidden Waters
One of the best-kept freshwater secrets in BC is now more accessible than ever for EV (electric vehicle) owners. In the Land of Hidden Waters, lakeside cabins, lodges, and adventures on the water are just five hours or less from Vancouver.
Wellness, wildlife and wine road trip
From Kamloops, enjoy a half-day loop through the Shuswap region. Stop in at farm stands, cheese shops, and quaint eateries to taste local ingredients. Or, meet the locals, including sassy llamas and spawning salmon. This trip delivers the best of the Thompson Valley.
Gold rush towns, fishing and forests road trip
Let the waterways of the Thompson Okanagan guide you to your next adventure. Follow the snaking South Thompson River, along the famous “fishing highway” (Highway 24), then finish trailing the North Thompson River.
Copper and cowboys where the rubber meets the road
From Kamloops, the 290-km (180-mile) drive winds along Highway 5A (“the Old Merritt Highway”, as locals call it) and takes around four hours. Here are eight places to visit along the Copper & Cowboys Road Trip.
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Prepare for winter driving
Make sure you take the necessary steps to keep yourself and others safe on the road as you head out to explore BC and Kamloops this winter. Here's what you need to know before you go from Destination BC and Drive BC.