Download or read book Okanagan Trips and Trails written by Judie Steeves and published by . This book was released on 2012-08-30 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With in-depth text, some 40 maps and close to 100 photos, the book describes the many routes in kilometre-by-kilometre detail - the Centennial and Trans Canada Trails, as well as many lesser-known trails and routes in the Okanagan-Similkameen. The book features: Backpacking Bird Watching Boating Camping Exploring Hiking Horseback Riding Mountain Biking Skiing Diving & Snorkeling and a myriad of other outdoor recreational opportunities! Two of the Okanagan area's most experienced and knowledgeable outdoors writers, British Columbians Murphy Shewchuk and Judie Steeves not only give you the information on "where to go" and "how to get there," but have added the detail and background colour that helps the reader with the question "why."

Download or read book Okanagan Trips and Trails written by Judie Steeves and published by . This book was released on 1999-01-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Okanagan Trips Trails written by Judie Steeves and published by Markham, Ont. : Fitzhenry & Whiteside. This book was released on 2006-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With in-depth text, some 40 maps and close to 100 photos, the book describes the many routes in kilometre-by-kilometre detail - the Centennial and Trans Canada Trails, as well as many lesser-known trails and routes in the Okanagan-Similkameen. The book features: Backpacking Bird Watching Boating Camping Exploring Hiking Horseback Riding Mountain Biking Skiing Diving & Snorkeling and a myriad of other outdoor recreational opportunities! Two of the Okanagan area's most experienced and knowledgeable outdoors writers, British Columbians Murphy Shewchuk and Judie Steeves not only give you the information on where to go" and "how to get there, but have added the detail and background colour that helps the reader with the question why."

Download or read book OKANAGAN TRIPS TRAILS written by JUDIE. STEEVES and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Popular Day Hikes 3 written by Gerry Shea and published by Rocky Mountain Books Ltd. This book was released on 2013-05 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Popular Day Hikes is a series of bestselling books written for visitors and locals looking to hike scenic trails from well-established staging areas. These accurate, attractive guides feature detailed maps and colour photographs to whet the appetite. Located in the interior of British Columbia, stretching from Grindrod in the north to Vernon in the south and situated between the Okanagan Valley and the Shuswap, Northern Okanagan covers 39 popular day hikes in this stunning and open terrain. With little need for rigorous bushwhacking or risky scrambling, the hikes detailed in this new book will offer all users of all levels the opportunity to experience semi-desert landscapes, lakeside vistas and mountain views. Along the way, outdoor enthusiasts are certain to encounter a diverse selection of trees, plants, flowering shrubs and wildlife. From hidden trails to well-trod pathways, Popular Day Hikes 3 is the only hiker's guide available for this well-known recreation and vacation paradise.

Download or read book Coquihalla Trips Trails written by Judie Steeves and published by Markham, Ont. : Fitzhenry & Whiteside. This book was released on 2007-01-24 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revised and updated, and containing more than 50 maps, Coquihalla Trips & Trails is the definitive guide to southwestern British Columbia's spectacular Coquihalla Country. With more than 70 trips and trails, as well as background information on the geography, wildlife and history of the region, this compact book covers the area from Hope to Kamloops, and from Spences Bridge to the Okanagan Valley in kilometre-by-kilometre detail. The Nicola Valley motto is "A lake a day as long as you stay," and Coquihalla Trips & Trails guides the reader to dozens of upland lakes stocked with Rainbow trout. The hiking trails vary in length and difficulty from a 30-minute hike to a six-hour round-trip to the summit of 2100-metre Needle Peak. Other trails, such as the Coquihalla Mountain will require backcountry skills and suitable overnight gear. (GPS references help reduce the odds of going astray.) The cycling routes include over 150-kilometres of the Trans Canada Trail and a - 40-kilometre link to Merritt. For the winter explorer, the book provides detailed maps of the 50-kilometre Kane Valley cross-country trail system, and additional trails for those in search of backcountry skiing.

Download or read book Popular Day Hikes Northern Okanagan written by Gerry Shea and published by Popular Day Hikes. This book was released on 2019-05-14 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Popular Day Hikes: Northern Okanagan details 39 popular day trips amid the stunning, open terrain of the British Columbia interior, from Grindrod in the north to Vernon in the south and between the Okanagan Valley and the Shuswap. With little need for rigorous bushwhacking or risky scrambling, the routes described in this new book will offer all users at all skill levels the opportunity to experience semi-desert landscapes, lakeside vistas and mountain views. Some of the trips included are: - Bluenose Mountain - Enderby Cliffs - Sugarloaf Mountain - Rawlings Lake Cliffs - Adams River Trail - Roderick Haig-Brown Provincial Park - Hyde Mountain Lookout - Margaret Falls - Skimikin Lake - Blind Bay to White LakeEach route description includes: - detailed directions to trailheads - colour maps and photographs - seasonal information - round-trip distances - trail commentary - difficulty ratings

Download or read book Popular Day Hikes South Central Okanagan Revised and Updated written by Gerry Shea and published by Rocky Mountain Books Ltd. This book was released on 2019-05-14 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring a fresh design and the most current route updates, Popular Day Hikes is a bestselling series of books written for visitors and locals looking to hike scenic trails from well-established staging areas. Located in south-central British Columbia and situated between the Cascade and Columbia mountain ranges, the Southern Okanagan Valley extends from Kelowna to Osoyoos. Popular Day Hikes: South-Central Okanagan describes 35 accessible treks around Kelowna, West Kelowna and Westside Road as well as Penticton, Naramata, Oliver, Osoyoos, Summerland, Peachland and Keremeos. Featuring robust vineyards, fruit orchards, desert-like grasslands, rich marshes, ponderosa pine forests, towering cliffs, large lakes, salmon streams, modest peaks and a tremendous diversity of animal and plant life, this stunning and diverse area is rich with dozens of unique hiking routes. Some of the trips included are: Angel Springs Knox Mountain Park Black Knight Mountain Canyon Falls McDougall Rim Viewpoints Rose Valley Regional Park Skaha Bluffs Rock Ovens Park Ellis Ridge Trail Keremeos Columns Each hike includes: detailed directions to trailheads colour maps and photographs seasonal information round-trip distances trail commentary difficulty ratings

Download or read book Popular Day Hikes 5 written by Gerry Shea and published by Rocky Mountain Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-06-30 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Popular Day Hikes is a series of bestselling books written for visitors and locals looking to hike scenic trails from well-established staging areas. These accurate, attractive guides feature detailed maps and colour photographs to whet the appetite. Located in south-central British Columbia and situated between the Cascade and Columbia mountain ranges, the Southern Okanagan Valley extends from Kelowna to Osoyoos. Popular Day Hikes 5: Southern Okanagan describes 35 accessible treks around Kelowna, West Kelowna and Westside Road as well as Penticton, Naramata, Oliver, Osoyoos, Summerland, Peachland and Keremeos. Featuring robust vineyards, fruit orchards, desert-like grasslands, rich marshes, ponderosa pine forests, towering cliffs, large lakes, salmon streams, modest peaks and a tremendous diversity of animal and plant life, this stunning and diverse area is rich with dozens of unique hiking routes. With distances ranging from 3 km to 20 km and from easy to strenuous, this vibrant guide features routes available to all levels of day-hiking enthusiasts.

Download or read book 105 Hikes in and Around Southwestern British Columbia written by Stephen Hui and published by Greystone Books Ltd. This book was released on 2018-05-22 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The all-new, expanded follow-up to southwestern British Columbia’s best-selling hiking guidebook—now featuring trails on the islands and northern Washington. For nearly fifty years, David and Mary Macaree’s iconic 103 Hikes in Southwestern British Columbia has been the province’s most popular and most trusted hiking guide, with more than 100,000 copies sold to date. Author Stephen Hui carries on the Macarees’ legacy in 105 Hikes in and around Southwestern British Columbia—an all-new, expanded follow-up inspired by their beloved classic. With an additional selection of trails on the Gulf Islands and in Washington’s North Cascades, options for hiking with children, and rainy day recommendations, 105 Hikes covers a wider area and wider range of abilities than its predecessor. Like the Macarees, Hui provides detailed information about how to get to each trailhead (including transit options, where available), distance and elevation gains, estimated hiking times, and points of natural or historical interest. But he also includes all-new features such as an at-a-glance summary of all the hikes in the book; tips for hiking safely and ethically; clear, topographical color maps; a rating system for hike quality and difficulty; Indigenous place names where appropriate; and shorter or longer options for every outing.

Download or read book Backpacking in Southwestern British Columbia written by Taryn Eyton and published by Greystone Books Ltd. This book was released on 2021-05-11 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A one-stop resource for hiking backpackers in beautiful British Columbia. Planning your next backpacking adventure? This book covers all the essentials including: 40 overnight hiking trails: discover the many different routes that BC has to offer Packing tips: take only the most essential items with you (plus a few comforts) Permitting: find out what permits you’ll need, and where to get them Camp set-up: tips for where to pitch your tent and how to find water Environmental impact: learn how to Leave No Trace behind in the wilderness This book features backpacking routes from the North Shore up to Pemberton and Lytton and from the Sunshine Coast out to the Similkameen Valley. Beautiful photographs showcase what you’ll see along the way: mountain peaks, alpine meadows, waterfalls, old-growth forests, and more. Every backpacking route in the book includes bonus features: Trail maps and route descriptions Elevation, distance and time information Points of cultural and natural history Pre-planning hints about fees, permits, and reservations Suggested side trips and points of particular interest Backpacking in Southwestern British Columbia also shares options for extending an overnight excursion to several nights or a week, and for selecting hikes that match your timeline/fitness level.

Download or read book Hiking in the Okanagan and the Southern Monashees written by Paul Stewart Phillips and published by . This book was released on 2015-05 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Hiking Trails Enjoyed by the Vernon Outdoors Club written by Vernon Outdoors Club (Vernon, B.C.). and published by Vernon, B.C. : The Club. This book was released on 1989 with total page 133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Exploring the Southern Okanagan and Cathedral Provincial Park written by Dan Bowers and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 101 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Moon Vancouver Canadian Rockies Road Trip written by Carolyn B. Heller and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2019-06-04 with total page 629 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the ocean to the mountains, go off the beaten path and into the heart of Western Canada with Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip. Eat, Sleep, Stop and Explore: With lists of the best trails, views, and more, you can hike the Rocky Mountains, canoe in Lake Louise, and snorkel with seals in the Pacific. Explore one of Vancouver's many parks, soak up the surfer vibe in Tofino, or go wine-tasting in the Okanagan Flexible Itineraries: Drive the entire two-week road trip or follow strategic routes like a week-long drive along the coast of British Columbia, as well as suggestions for spending time in Victoria, Vancouver, Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, and the Okanagan Maps and Driving Tools: 49 easy-to-use maps keep you oriented on and off the highway, along with site-to-site mileage, driving times, detailed directions for the entire route, and full-color photos throughout Local Expertise: Seasoned road-tripper and Canadian Carolyn B. Heller shares her passion for the mountains, shores, and rich history of Vancouver and the Canadian Rockies How to Plan Your Trip: Know when and where to get gas and how to avoid traffic, plus tips for driving in different road and weather conditions and suggestions for LGBTQ travelers, seniors, and road-trippers with kids With Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip's practical tips, flexible itineraries, and local know-how, you're ready to fill up the tank and hit the road. Looking to explore more of North America on wheels? Try Moon Pacific Northwest Road Trip. Hanging out for a while? Check out Moon Vancouver, Moon British Columbia, or Moon Canadian Rockies.

Download or read book Cycling the Kettle Valley Railway written by Dan Langford and published by Rocky Mountain Books Ltd. This book was released on 2011-02-01 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With over 15,000 copies sold, Cycling the Kettle Valley has proven to be a remarkable resource for anyone interested in the stunning abandoned railbed located in the southern interior of British Columbia. One of the premier rail trails in North America, it contains spectacular sections through impressive canyons requiring tunnels and trestles to carry the railbed through rock ridges and across mountain streams. Growing public interest in conservation of the railbed and its structures, along with government support, has resulted in many improvements in both access and safety. The Kettle Valley Railway and its many connectors offer the cyclist everything from easy day-riding to multi-day adventures through the magnificent scenery of southern British Columbia between Midway and Hope. This world-renowned guidebook includes detailed maps, safety tips, historic information, a listing of accommodations and a kilometre by kilometre guide to each of the Kettle Valley Railway subdivisions.

Download or read book Discovering the Okanagan written by Jim Couper and published by North Vancouver, B.C. : Whitecap Books. This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: British Columbia`s Okanagan Valley is home to some of Canada`s most beautiful beaches, lakes, and mountains. The scenery, weather, and friendly people are what attracts nearly 3 million visitors a year from British Columbia, Canada, and all over the world. The excellent skiing, golf, and wineries are a key factor for many tourists who come to the Okanagan. Discovering the Okanagan details golf courses to suit the casual or expert golfer, wineries that are a joy to tour, and ski resorts with great snow and great value. Jim Couper, an experienced travel writer and Okanagan local, provides readers with a personal look at all the best attractions, restaurants, and history the area has to offer. From the U.S. Border to the northern shore of Okanagan Lake, Jim reveals outstanding beaches, hiking and biking trails, and places to see wildlife, and provides directions for scenic drives to get you there. Discovering the Okanagan is the perfect companion for anyone exploring the Okanagan Valley.