Located in the beautiful province of British Columbia is the 4,25 km Cinnamon Ridge hiking trail, which leads adventurists through some of Canada’s only desert areas to a dramatic scene of ancient geologic wonders. Situated on the outskirts of the city of Kamloops, Cinnamon Ridge is one of many hiking trails in the Lac du Bois Grasslands Protected Area, but this particular hike is special and offers a chance to get up close and personal with some incredible hoodoo rock formations.
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Mara Canyon, Kamloops
The Mara Canyon Trail is a fine example of British Columbia’s boundless beauty and offers hikers a glimpse into the region’s desert ecosystems and its fascinating geologic history. Located on the outskirts of the city of Kamloops, Mara Canyon is a must-do hike for anybody visiting the incredibly diverse Columbia/Shuswap region.
Battle Bluff, Kamloops
Battle Bluff hiking trail is situated within the Lac du Bois Grasslands Protected Area and features scenery that will blow you away with its abundant beauty and unique desert landscapes. As you ascend the summit you will be rewarded with spectacular views of the Kamloops region in British Columbia and gorgeous Kamloops Lake in particular. The trail is moderate difficulty and is a relatively family-friendly hike and takes around 2 hours round trip.
Black Mountain Regional Park
Black Mountain Regional Park is a 640-hectare hiking area in the city of Kelowna, British Columbia. It features several excellent hiking trails that wind through picturesque grasslands that are typical in the Okanagan Valley. At certain locations in the park, you will be treated to unimpeded views of Okanagan Lake as well as some unique rock formations called hoodoos.
Lebanon Creek Trail, Kelowna
The Lebanon Creek Greenway is a popular regional park that is situated on the outskirts of the city of Kelowna, British Columbia. It is located along scenic Lakeshore Road in an idyllic setting amongst orchards, wineries, and vineyards. It is a beautiful slice of the Okanagan Valley and provides an important corridor for local wildlife to move from the mountains down to the lake.
Stephens Coyote Ridge Hike, Kelowna
Stephens Coyote Ridge features several hiking trails that lead visitors through idyllic grasslands to a small lake called Lightblue Lake, where you can swim and use the rope swing. There are also several ponds within the park that are perfect for viewing wildlife, which includes coyotes of course. The park also boasts excellent panoramic views of Okanagan Lake, the city of Kelowna, and Okanagan Mountain.
Scenic Canyon Regional Park, Kelowna
Scenic Canyon Regional Park is an incredibly gorgeous and underrated hiking area that is located on the outskirts of Kelowna, British Columbia. The park lives up to its name and offers visitors the opportunity to explore this “scenic canyon”, and its amazing geologic formations. The canyon is a must-see attraction for anybody visiting the Okanagan Valley and will take your breath away at every corner.
Ellison Connector, Predator Ridge, BCa
The Ellison Connector hiking trail connects two of Vernon, British Columbia's most popular attractions, Predator Ridge and Ellison Provincial Park. The trail meanders through pine forests that occasionally open up for views of a world-class PGA golf course, as well as spectacular Okanagan Lake. The hike is around 9.4 km round trip with a moderate difficulty level and is just one of many hiking trails that are scattered around the village of Predator Ridge.
Hiking Trails in Vernon, BC
Vernon, British Columbia is a city that is situated within the spectacular Okanagan Valley. The valley is well -known for its excellent wine and fruit-producing and has some of the sunniest and hottest weather in Canada, along with milder winters that are not typical of the country. Aside from the lakes and beaches of Vernon, the city is also surrounded by mountains that are perfect for hiking. There are hiking trails on pretty much every mountain that show off the incredible views of Okanagan Lake, Kalamalka Lake, and Swan Lake.
BX Falls Trail
BX Creek and Falls are located on Tillicum Road just outside of Vernon, British Columbia, and are situated in forested ravines and gullies that have been naturally carved out by the water for many millennia. They are just one of many spectacular attractions within the desirable Okanagan Valley, BC, and provide a rainforest-like feel as opposed to that of the desert-like valley below. The lushness of the place can be directly attributed to the consistently moist microclimate that is created by the canyon walls and the creek working together.
Kettle Valley Rail Trail, Naramata
The Kettle Valley Rail Trail is an extensive hiking trail system that is around 650 km (400 miles) long and takes hikers through the hills and mountains of the scenic Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. The trail includes massive tunnels that cut straight into the mountains to allow for trains to easily pass through. It also features what is probably the most popular section called Myra Canyon which is located just outside of the city of Kelowna. Myra Canyon is an attraction because of the 18 wooden bridge tressels that were built here in order for the trains to safely navigate the rugged terrain of Okanagan Mountain.
Big Eddy Bluff Trail
Big Eddy Bluffs is a relatively unknown trail that provides hikers with splendid panoramic views of the small mountain village of Revelstoke, British Columbia. It also has great views of the mighty Columbia River and shows off the area’s dramatic mountain peaks. From the top of the bluffs, you will get a clear shot of the river’s beautiful blue water as well as the large elbow in the river known as an “eddy”. The trail itself is located in the aptly named riverside community of Big Eddy, which is just across the bridge from the larger town of Revelstoke. The area is known for its plethora of outdoor activities and has plenty of great hikes but the Big Eddy Bluffs Trail is a nice hike that provides a big reward for little effort.
Mount Revelstoke National Park
Mount Revelstoke National Park is a must-see attraction for anybody visiting the adventure-filled mountain town of Revelstoke, British Columbia, Canada. This park is perfect for those looking to embark on a once in a lifetime hiking excursion and features hikes of all difficulties and lengths. But whether you choose to do a day hike or go exploring around the mountains for several days you will be utterly blown away by the true mesmerizing beauty of this National Park. It provides sensational views of the surrounding Selkirk and Monashee Mountain ranges and their peaks, which are brilliantly abounded with ancient glaciers that were leftover from the last ice age.
Monashee Provincial Park
Monashee Provincial Park is located in a remote wilderness area situated in the Monashee Mountain range in between the Okanagan Valley and the Kootenays region of British Columbia, Canada. It consists of a large protected swath of mountainous area that contains old-growth cedar, spruce, and hemlock trees that have remained untouched by man for many millennia. The park’s ecology ranges from lush green forests in the valley bottoms and, in the higher elevations, you will find beautiful alpine meadows full of wonderful wildflowers and many different kinds of edible berries.
Rim Rocks Trail, Vernon
Rim Rocks Trail is a moderately difficult hike with some intense areas. It is located in the community of Coldstream and is 30 minutes outside of the city of Vernon, British Columbia, and is situated high up in the mountainous wilderness area known as King Edward. The trail takes you through logging clear cuts followed by incredibly dense forests covered in vibrant green mosses and lichens,
Longspoon Loop, Predator Ridge, BC
Longspoon Loop is a scenic hiking trail located in the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia at the world-famous golfing village known as Predator Ridge. The PGA course features many different activities and amenities and has hundreds of residential homes and vacation rentals for golf lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Predator Ridge is around 15 minutes’ drive from the city of Vernon and around 30 minutes’ drive from Kelowna
Sicamous Lookout
The Sicamous Lookout is situated high in the mountains of the Shuswap region in British Columbia, Canada, and features sweeping views of the valley below which includes the town of Sicamous, Mara Lake, and Shuswap Lake. The Lookout was originally built as a platform for hang gliders but found some popularity among locals as well as tourists who love the breathtaking views.
McAbee Fossil Beds
The McAbee Fossil Beds site is located east of Cache Creek, and west of Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada. The area is part of an ancient lake bed dating back 50 million years. It is considered the most diverse fossil bed in British Columbia and is known for its fossilized plants, insects, and fish from the Eocene Epoch.
Bluenose Mountain Trail
Bluenose Mountain is located on the outskirts of the small community of Lavington in the spectacular Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. The mountain can be seen for miles around and is about a 25-minute drive from the nearby city of Vernon. It provides hikers with sweeping views of the Okanagan Backcountry wilderness.
Okanagan Lake Lookout Loop
This beautiful 3km Okanagan hiking trail is situated in the picturesque golfing village of Predator Ridge, which is around a 15-minute drive from the city of Vernon, British Columbia, and sits atop a small mountain range overlooking world-renowned Okanagan Lake in the heart of BC’s wine country.