Stay a While

The North Thompson Valley is easily reached via Highway 5, known as the Yellowhead Highway, connecting Kamloops to Valemount. This region is surrounded by mountains, with cabins and camping retreats, fishing destinations and hiking to be enjoyed for days on end. Don't miss the chance to embark on a memorable road trip along Highway 5 this spring or summer, discovering the North Thompson region.

The Thompson Okanagan is the perfect place for the farm-to-table and slow food philosophy. Purchasing locally sourced produce, meats, and dairy products is a familiar practice for the casual eateries, family-friendly spots and fine dining experiences in the Thompson Okanagan. Food here reflects the people who grow it, make it, and serve it.

Enjoy the the many farmers’ markets throughout the region and the elements that go along with them. The Thompson Okanagan has a strong agricultural and artisan presence for us all to enjoy.

Thompson Okanagan's wineries are not only being recognized for their high quality and spectacular tasting varietals, but also for their efforts in sustainability and some, even regenerative farming.

Find out which Thompson Okanagan wineries have implemented regenerative farming into their production to help the carbon offset process.

While you are travelling, it is a great time not only to enjoy the true beauty of new local places, but also to contribute to the future of our planet and destinations by participating in sustainable initiatives and learning relevant "green knowledge" for your travels.

Beyond the wineries, farm stands, hiking trails, and cycling routes, plenty of opportunities to swim, kayak, canoe the lakes, and camp in the Thompson Okanagan! Learn about a few favourite Okanagan campsites picked from Hipcamp.

There is no better feeling than falling asleep under the stars after a long day of hiking wilderness trails and enjoying panoramic views of BC’s outback that are unlike any you have seen before. Learn about BC Provincial Parks that offer hiking, camping, and a front row seat to the best views and light show at night.

Spring has the Thompson Okanagan buzzing, literally and figuratively, with the excitement for warmer weather, longer days, and the sprouting of new flowers. While residents and travelers are getting outside to enjoy the sun, the bees have begun to leave their hives and are hard at work pollinating the many flowers, vineyards, and orchards in the region.

The Indigenous Peoples have long called this beautiful country, province, and region home. With many Indigenous tourism businesses within the BC, there is a unique opportunity to learn from the knowledge and stories of these communities and celebrate their cultures, traditions, and beliefs. Discover the Indigenous tourism businesses within the Thompson Okanagan.

The Okanagan is known as a destination with many activities for adults to enjoy, like wine tasting at one of the many wineries in the area, but it also is an excellent place for families to enjoy with countless activities and attractions suited for families with young children. Find out more about a few favourite activities for you and your family to enjoy in this guide.

Julie Kimmel, Rural Economic Recovery Coordinator for the Thompson Region, shares her favorite stops along the Yellowhead Highway between Kamloops and Wells Gray Provincial Park.

The Thompson Okanagan is surrounded by a diverse range of world-class backcountry experiences complete with lodges located in the middle of snowy valleys surrounded by unbelievable slopes. Find backcountry experiences you will want to add to your winter bucket list..

Explore the visuals of celebrations around the Thompson Okanagan ranging from grand to quaint, exhilarating to peaceful, and everything in-between.

Fall is one of the most beautiful seasons in the Thompson Okanagan. Plan a fall vacation or staycation in the southern part of the Thompson Okanagan.

Fall is one of the most beautiful seasons in the Thompson Okanagan. Plan a fall vacation or staycation in the central part of the Thompson Okanagan.

Fall is one of the most beautiful seasons in the Thompson Okanagan. Plan a fall vacation or staycation in the Northern part of the Thompson Okanagan.

There’s nothing quite like the kind of hospitality you will experience at a Bed & Breakfast. Read about some of the Thompson Okanagan’s favourite B&Bs.

Whether you're a newbie or have some backcountry experience - you'll know safety and confidence are essential when venturing out of bounds.

Mike, Lyndie, and the dedicated team at Hoodoo Adventures care deeply about building stronger connections - to the outdoors and among their community. With innovative initiatives to get people outside and active, they remain a gateway to adventure and constant for their community through times of uncertainty.

Sonja shares her top two ways to experience Okanagan rail trails, including four of her favourite access points and their accessible features - helping you plan ahead, get out there and enjoy the beauty of the Okanagan!

Aman Dosanj, the creative force behind The Paisley Notebook, is inspiring curiosity and change when it comes to food, community and inclusivity.

Sonja takes you along on a Scenic Sips Tour including four of Lake Country’s beautiful wineries, highlighting accessibility features so you can plan ahead and enjoy this scenic Okanagan wine route to the fullest.

In 2004, Josh was in a life-changing freestyle skiing accident that left him as a T11 full paraplegic. But, despite seemingly insurmountable odds, Josh persevered, becoming the Para-Alpine World Champion in 2009. Read his story and his view of why do so many incredible people choose to call the North Okanagan home?

Have you ever wondered why it’s important to buy local food? Local food seems to be becoming more of a trend, with more and more people seeking out fresh, local options for produce and other goods. Even restaurants are sourcing locally grown ingredients, often using the term 'farm to table”.

I’m all about stories and adventures. My adventures, however, always tend to be of an edible kind. Leaving my pop up dinners aside, this particular one started with a little scavenger hunt across Kelowna, sourcing local goodness for the orchestrated 3-course moveable feast to come.

The Quaaout Lodge, located on the shores of Little Shuswap Lake just northeast of Chase BC, is a state-of-the-art resort owned and operated by the Little Shuswap Indian Band of the Secwepemc (Shuswap) Nation.

Located in Osoyoos, this award-winning interpretive centre owned and operated by the Osoyoos Indian Band has two important purposes: education about the unique desert ecosystem and education about the Okanagan people’s history.