Hike without limits
Step into the season on trails that wind through rolling grasslands, sandstone canyons, and riverside routes. Spring without limits means endless room to roam, whether it’s a sunrise hike at Kenna Cartwright or a golden-hour stroll in Peterson Creek.
Ready to wander? Breathe in the fresh air, follow the scent of sagebrush, and let the trails lead you as far as your legs will take you.
Lac du Bois Grasslands
@pjadventuresincanada
Take the scenic route
Grasslands & nature trailsVenture into new territory and maybe even meet some new friends along the way! Explore the vast landscapes of Lac du Bois Grasslands and the scenic trails of Kenna Cartwright Nature Park. Each destination offers a unique outdoor experience, perfect for connecting with nature and 'the locals.' With the fresh spring air, blooming scenery, and local wildlife stirring, every trail leads to something new.
Venture into new territory and maybe even meet some new friends along the way! Explore the vast landscapes of Lac du Bois Grasslands and the scenic trails of Kenna Cartwright Nature Park. Each destination offers a unique outdoor experience, perfect for connecting with nature and 'the locals.' With the fresh spring air, blooming scenery, and local wildlife stirring, every trail leads to something new.
Kenna Cartwright Nature Park
Scott Bakken
Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park
Andrew Snucins
No limits, just trails
Dog-friendly parksKamloops’ trails are made for exploring—together. Wander through Peterson Creek Nature Park and Valleyview Nature Park, where off-leash trails give your pup the freedom to roam. With winding paths, rugged landscapes, and endless new scents to chase, it’s an adventure you’ll both love.
Kamloops’ trails are made for exploring—together. Wander through Peterson Creek Nature Park and Valleyview Nature Park, where off-leash trails give your pup the freedom to roam. With winding paths, rugged landscapes, and endless new scents to chase, it’s an adventure you’ll both love.
Peterson Creek Nature Park
Dylan Sherrard
Valleyview Nature Park
Dylan Sherrard
Cinnamon Ridge Hoodoos
Taylor Burk / @taylormichaelburk
Kenna Cartwright Park
Dylan Sherrard
Cinnamon Ridge
@cassileigh_photography
Trade hustle for hoodoos
Hoodoo hikesFill your lungs with fresh desert air and let the stunning landscapes take your breath away. Explore the unique formations at Cinnamon Ridge or wander the serene trails of Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park, where the desert’s rugged beauty offers a peaceful escape from the everyday hustle.
Fill your lungs with fresh desert air and let the stunning landscapes take your breath away. Explore the unique formations at Cinnamon Ridge or wander the serene trails of Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park, where the desert’s rugged beauty offers a peaceful escape from the everyday hustle.
Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park
Andrew Snucins
Delta Hotels Kamloops
Mary Putnam
Find your perfect base camp
Cozy accommodationsKamloops puts you close to the action, with stays just steps from scenic trails and outdoor exploration. From cozy hotels to vacation rentals and campgrounds, you’ll find the perfect place to rest before your next hike.
Browse accommodations
Kamloops puts you close to the action, with stays just steps from scenic trails and outdoor exploration. From cozy hotels to vacation rentals and campgrounds, you’ll find the perfect place to rest before your next hike.
The Thompson Hotel
Kathleen Fisher
Where the season starts early
Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park
Andrew Snucins
Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park
The Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park connects the Barnhartvale and Dallas neighbourhoods via a series of trails through the grassland and ponderosa pine forests. Take in views along the South Thompson River and admire the vineyards across the river and silt cliffs below.
Kenna Cartwright Nature Park
Dylan Sherrard
Kenna Cartwright Nature Park
Covering almost 800 hectares of terrain, Kenna Cartwright Park is one of BC's largest municipal parks. This Kamloops gem boasts 40km (25 mi) of multi-use trails for hikers and mountain bikers of all ages. Viewpoints offer breathtaking views of Kamloops and the Thompson Valley, as well as benches and picnic tables where you can catch your breath. Kenna is delightful any time of the year and is off-leash dog-friendly.
Battle Bluff
Taylor Burk / @taylormichaelburk
Lac du Bois Protected Grasslands
The expansive park is home to a wide variety of hikes with sweeping vistas of the Thompson Valley. You will hike amongst chiselled hoodoos, and panoramic views of Kamloops Lake and the Thompson River from the Battle Bluff, Dewdrop, or Cinnamon Ridge trails. If you’re lucky, you may even spot the resident California Bighorn Sheep.
Peterson Creek Nature Park
Valery Warren
Peterson Creek Nature Park
Peterson Creek Nature Park is situated in the heart of the city along a natural creek corridor. The park encompasses almost 100 hectares and features over 10 km (6 mi) of varied trails for every skill level. Peterson Creek is widely used during the summer months, is off-leash, dog-friendly, and features a remarkable view of downtown Kamloops.
Valleyview Nature Park
Dylan Sherrard
Valleyview Nature Park
High above the silt bluffs of Valleyview, east of the city, explore the trails of the Valleyview Nature Park as they wind through the desert sagebrush and ponderosa pine trees. Discover the hidden beauty that awaits in this small, uncrowded park. You might even catch a glimpse of mountain bikers tackling the Kamloops terrain in the famous Kamloops Bike Ranch next door.
