Salmon Arm Bay . . . western grebes, shorebirds, waterfowl,
raptors and songbirds. Best viewing of western grebes is from April to
October. Shorebird viewing best from March to November. Access by paved
road.
Adams
River/Haig Brown Provincial Park . . . spawning sockeye salmon, raptors,
coyotes, mink and black bear. The famous Adams River Sockeye spawn every
four years during the months of September and October. Access by paved
road.
Tranquille Wildlife Management Area . . . waterfowl, raptors,
songbirds, shorebirds, bighorn sheep, mule deer and coyotes. Birdwatching
best during the months of March, April, May, September, October and November.
Mule deer seen in April, May and June. Access by paved road.
South Thompson
River . . . swans, ospreys, waterfowl and bighorn sheep. Best viewing
months for ospreys are May, June, July and August. Swans and other waterfowl
can be seen from October through to May. Access by paved road.
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Bridge Creek . . . spawning rainbow trout and kokanee. View
spawning rainbow trout during the month of June and kokanee during the
month of September. Access by paved road.
Wells
Gray Provincial Park. . . moose, black bears, mule deer, caribou,
wolves, beavers. grizzly bears, raptors, songbirds and chinook salmon.
Best viewing months for black bears are May, June and October. Moose can
be seen year round. The months of August and September are best for viewing
chinook salmon spawning. Access by paved road.
Mount
Robson Provincial Park . . . waterfowl, raptors, songbirds, moose,
elk, deer and black bears. Good viewing of all animals and bird species
are the months of May to October. Access by paved road.
Cranberry Marsh . . . muskrats, moose, mule deer, waterfowl
and raptors. Wildlife viewing is from April to the end of September. Access
by paved road.
Rearguard Falls Provincial Park . . . spawning chinook salmon.
Viewing during the months of August and September. Access by paved road
and walk in.
The following BC Adventure Members offer services to visitors of this area:
Alaskan Husky Adventures - Superior, friendly, professionally trained racing huskies provide an experience unlike any other - all ages and abilities welcome. Sit in the sled and relax OR drive your own dog team We are proud to provide one of the most rewarding and unique dogsledding adventures. The true Canadian back-country experience.Alpine Meadows Resort - Our luxury outdoor destination is located on Hallamore Lake in BC’s spectacular North Thompson. We feature deluxe chalets & spacious log homes. Experience adventure and serenity, in a natural setting with pure air, sparkling waters and magnificent views.
Alpine Wilderness Retreat - Retreat from the bustle of the city to our fly-in resort on Elbow Lake! Our snow fed lakes in the North Thompson are home to world-famous Kamloops Trout, and our resort has everything you’ll need. There’s lots of wildlife too so don’t forget to bring your camera.
Backcountry Lodges of BC Assoc. - Discover the untouched wilderness, untapped supply of powder, and wide range of world-famous backcountry mountain lodges. Our large membership of backcountry lodges means that you are guaranteed to find one to fit your needs, schedule, and budget.
Beaver Lake Mountain Resort - Join us for family fun. They’re log cabins, campground, Coffee Corner, fishing, boats, canoes, kayak rentals, hiking & biking, & lots of kids fun. Just east of Lake Country (Winfield) on Hwy 97 there’s a wellness retreat, internet corner, & a grocery store.
British Columbia Guest Ranchers' Association - Our guest ranch membership offers a variety of ranch holidays. Some are working ranches, others remote lodges in pristine back country areas and some are luxury resorts. You're sure to find something to fit your taste with the help of our assocation.
Bustin` Trout - Come join us at Bustin` Trout for an unforgettable fishing experience. Rob Bustin & his team of fishing addicts have been fishing the Valemount, Robson Valley, and Jasper National Park area for years. Your fishing adventure also includes some of the most spectacular scenery and wildlife viewing in British Columbia!
Cathedral Lake Lodge - We are Canada's highest full service hiking and fishing resort. Relax in our comfortable lodge or cozy cabin in Cathedral Provincial Park while exploring the diverse terrain, mountain wilderness, alpine meadows & brilliant wildflowers, and jagged peaks.
Caverhill Lodge - Discover 15 pristine lakes as you fish for wild Kamloops Rainbow trout. A maximum of 12 guests enjoy fine dining in a private lodge and deluxe wilderness cabins. All in a secluded location accessible only by boat. All inclusive 4 or 5 night packages available.
Clearwater River Chalet - It’s backcountry solitude with the exclusive use of our handcrafted log cabins at Clearwater River Chalet & Wells Gray Gateway Guesthouse. Located on 300 private acres next to Wells Gray Park enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, nature photography & fishing.
Douglas Lake Ranch - Canada's largest working cattle ranch, between Merritt and Kamloops, is the perfect vacation getaway. Enjoy the finest resort accommodations, some of the most exclusive stillwater fly fishing anywhere, superb hiking & mountain biking, ranch tours & more.
Echo Lake Fishing Resort - Our family oriented resort, on Echo Lake in Echo Lake Provincial Park, has housekeeping cabins, campsites, fishing boats & canoes – and a convenience store with basic grocery needs, fishing gear, licenses & souvenirs. There’s a "no pet" policy for the benefit of our guests.
Fraser River Raft Expedition - Whether you prefer to paddle and oar on twisting mountain streams, or motor-rafting the gorges and canyons of BC's major rivers, we feature wilderness and semi-wilderness whitewater adventures. Enjoy scenic wilderness unmatched in North America.
Go-outdoors - Meadows & mountain tops - snowy peaks & glaciers as far as you can see - Clearwater & Bowron Lake paddles - moose wandering through your camp - snowshoe powder snow - walk a river with magnificent frozen ice waterfall. Interpretive & more adventurous tours are also available.
Heffley Lake Fishing Resort - Enjoy a lakeside vacation retreat- welcome to HeffleyLake Fishing Resort in B.C.s Interior High Country. Go swimming, fishing, biking, hiking and riding in quiet peaceful harmony with your surroundings. We offer lakeside housekeeping cottages campsites.
HiHium Resort - Enjoy the call of a Loon, and the splash of fish in our natural setting. Stress flows away as you watch an eagle soar - the fiery sun reflects off mirrored waters – and darkness brings a quiet so powerful your heartbeat will lull you to sleep. Experience endless hiking, wildlife, fabulous Flyfishing and more.
Interior Whitewater Expeditions Ltd - It’s a raft adventure you won’t forget with wild undisturbed rivers plus hiking, canoeing, & the astonishing scenery of Wells Gray Park. We provide a rare combination of river trips as you hike to pounding waterfalls, raft volcanic canyons, & see stunning wildlife.
Jandana Ranch - We offer an affordable personal ranch vacation experience for families, individuals, and small groups of up to 20. Take part in the operation of a working horse ranch, take in trail riding, natural horsemanship lessons, fishing, nature walks, & winter activities as well.
Kumsheen Rafting Resort - Our passion for river rafting & whitewater goes back over 35 years - it influences everything we do. We take pride in setting the gold standard for service because our spirit isn’t just whitewater, but experiences - not just adventures, but interacting with people.
Marigold Resort - Let the call of the Loon bring you to our lakeside family vacation spot on Loon Lake. We offer cabin accommodations and camping facilities, and a playground for the children. The lake is naturally stocked, and rainbows up to 1½ pounds are plentiful.
Moose Camp Fishing Resort - Excellent food, fresh air, comfortable cabins, pristine lakes, & great company create an unbeatable mixture. Experience freshwater and heli-fishing for world famous fighting wild trout, in our remote wilderness setting. Mountain bike, hike, enjoy wildflowers & wildlife, world famous Wells Gray Park and paintball wars.
Okanagan ATV Tours - Experienced guides will take you on an Okanagan backcountry ATV tour down forest paths & mountain trails to one of many fishing lakes. Explore log cabins & a gold mine, irrigation flumes, & wildlife. Join us for half, full-day, overnight, and fishing tours.
Postill Lake Lodge Fishing Resort - Bring the family for a vacation any time of year. There’s fabulous fly-fishing on a choice of 7 lakes, plus activities including swimming, boating, hiking, and more. In winter slide on that beautiful white stuff with x-country skiing and snowmobiling.
Princeton Castle Resort - Enjoy our idyllic setting in country luxury with lodge guest rooms, deluxe Log Chalets, and an RV park. For the more seasoned we have rustic cabins, sleeping cabana’s and Teepees. We are situated on 112 acres of natural beauty with many fun activities available.
REO Rafting Adventure Resort - Raft BCs best rivers near Vancouver, Kelowna & Whistler. Enjoy a hot tub, sauna, private beach, serene wilderness & hiking trails. REO adventure vacations include kayaking, fishing, hiking, canoeing, & more. Stay in your own tent, rivers edge cabin tent, or log cabin.
Rocky Mountaineer Vacations - The Most Spectacular Train Trip in the World”® offers two-day, all daylight train excursions through Western Canada and the Rockies. Departures from Vancouver and Jasper, Banff and Calgary are available mid-April to mid-October. Visit online or call for a free brochure.
Sun Peaks Resort - Our world-class, 4-Season resort destination has something for everyone. Three great mountains of terrain to explore, great dining and accommodations, shops, services, and more. Everything you need for a spectacular escape is at www.sunpeaksresort.com.
Thuya Lakes Lodge - Fishing as good as it gets! Our resort just north of Kamloops has over 30 lakes joined by streams, naturally reproducing with wild Kamloops trout, perfect for flyfishing and float tubing. Enjoy hiking trails into lakes, mountain biking, the wildlife or just take it easy.
Tunkwa Lake Resort - Tunkwa Lake is a 3 ½ hour drive from Vancouver BC. For an affordable vacation include us in your plans. Clean housekeeping cabins, tent and RV sites, boat & motor rentals, hiking, biking and great fishing for Kamloops trout. Easy access by car or RV.
Wells Gray Adventures - Experience Wells Gray and one of Canada’s most incredible wilderness parks. Hike hut to hut through spectacular alpine meadows, canoe sparkling tranquil lakes, or backcountry ski untracked powder. We offer these experiences – and more – for a price you can afford.
WildWays Adventure Sports - There’s amazing world-class biking on the Trans Canada Trails Kettle Valley Railway – plus river & lake kayaking, & women’s activities. Our store has the finest equipment, gear, & clothing. Join friends, take a family trip, or learn to kayak with the best.
