Road Trip from the North Okanagan to Shuswap
Begin your road trip by flying into Kelowna International Airport and renting a car and drive towards Vernon
Spend your first night in luxury at Sparkling Hill Resort and Spa. If golf is your sport, don’t miss a round of golf at Predator Ridge located 20 minutes from Vernon
As you drive into Vernon, enjoy the looks of the emerald coloured Kalamalka Lake. If you would like a closer look, ride or walk along the Okanagan Rail Trail and spend your day enjoying the views
While staying in Vernon, embrace the harvest season at Davison’s Orchard where you can enjoy a tractor tour and pick your own apples and the local market.
Cultural tours to learn about the history of Vernon and the unique people from the past, check out Caetani Centre, Mackie Lake House and Historic O’Keefe Ranch.
Be sure to stop at Ratio Coffee for your morning coffee and the best donuts on Fridays (must get there early before they run out)
Cambium Cider Co – a third generation apple orchard that has a brand new contemporary farm-to-table restaurant. The food tells the story here of local purveyors of fine products to make culinary dishes that are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Head out on an educational tour and tasting experience in the orchard to learn how the cider is make on-site. Missy and Dave the owners are great spokespeople to share the story and evolution at the apple orchard/cidery.
Further North you will come across Armstrong
Here you will be charmed by the quaintness of the town and enjoy some of their staples like Farmstrong Cider Company and be sure to keep an eye out for beautifully hand stitched quilts along the Barn Quilt Trail, which celebrates the art and culture of the community.
If you are a movie lover, enjoy a Drive-In movie at Starlight Drive-In theatre in Enderby which is open until the end of September and into October depending on weather
Upon arrival to Salmon Arm you will notice the first view of the expansive Shuswap Lake
Enjoy Demille’s Farmer’s Market for fresh produce and to watch the farm animals.
Rent a houseboat or for a shorter experience, a kayak, in the early months of fall and enjoy the lake from the water
Salmon Arm’s Wharf is one of the best places to watch birds of all kinds
Enjoy all kinds of cultural activities like their Salmon Arm Art Gallery and the RJ Haney Heritage Village and Museum
Further along the Shuswap Lake you will find Sicamous
Be sure to stop at DeDutchman Dair to enjoy locally produced cheese and the best ice cream along with their cute cows and farm animals.
A really great way to explore the community is by following their Geocaching Trail
The Shuswap is composed of Falkland, North Shuswap, South Shuswap, Salmon Arm, and Sicamous all within a three hour radius perfect for families and those looking for outdoor adventure tied in with experiences that highlight the community culture and history.
