Salmon
Arm is located on one of the most popular resort lakes in the province.
On
the Trans Canada Highway, west of Sicamous, Salmon Arm offers visitors
a wide range of recreation possibilities plus providing almost every
service and convenience you could want.
This
quickly growing community of Salmon Arm, BC, is becoming popular for
its climate and amenities.The pleasant summer days and the 21'C (75'
F) lake temperature bring visitors to enjoy a myriad of water activities
plus sample the treats from nearby orchards. Definitely a summer playground
for the whole family.Winter
time also brings a host of activities with their x-country ski loppet
a highlight.
Access:
Salmon Arm is located 106 km (64 mi.) east of Kamloops, BC, on the Trans
Canada Highway, from points east you again travel on the Trans Canada.
The 104 km (64 mi). from Revelstoke takes you past a wide variety of
scenery from mountains to lake shores.
From the
south Salmon Arm can be reached by passing through the sunny Okanagan
or using the Coquihalla Highway from Vancouver. From any direction,
whether by car or bus, you will enjoy the scenic trip and be pleasantly
surprised with your surroundings once you reach this town on the edges
of the vast Shuswap Lake.
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City
Information
Population:
17,500
Elevation:
330 Meters (1,100ft)
Main
Industry: Tourism.
Climate:
Mainly hot and dry summers, with moderate to cold winters.
Recreation
Facilities & Activities: 18 Hole Championship Golf Courses;
Recreation Centre and Arena; Yoga Studios; Mountain Biking; Hiking Trails;
Equestrian; Public Beach Access; Off-Leash Dog Park; Cross-Country Skiing;
Snowmobiling.
Local
Attractions: Haney Heritage Historic Village & Museum; Waterfront
Nature Park; Herald Provincial Park & Margaret Falls; Sockeye Salmon
Run; Roots & Blues Music Festival; Waterslides; Wine Touring; Houseboating;
Water & Beach Activities.
Accommodations:
Besides a number of hotels, motels, and bed & breakfasts, there
are many popular resorts and campgrounds scattered along the lakeshore
close to town. Herald Provincial Park, located across the lake, offers
camping, swimming, and hiking.
Events:
January: Reino Keski-Salmi Loppet (International Cross Country Ski
Race)
February: Shuswap International Film Festival
April to October: Farm & Craft Market (Tues & Fri)
May:
Shuswap International Writer’s Festival
June: Father’s Day Fishing Derby, Shuswap Dragon Boat Festival
June
to Aug: Wednesday on the Wharf, Twilight Market
July:
Canada Day Children’s Festival, Squilax Pow Wow
July
& August: Haney Heritage Village Dinner Theatre
August:
Salmon Arm Triathlon, Roots and Blues Festival, Demolition Derby,
Classic/Antique Car Show
September:
Salmon Arm Fall Fair, Harvest Celebration
October:
Halloween Treat Trail, Spooktacular, Cemetery Tours, Salmon Run
November:
Remembrance Day Ceremonies
December:
Holiday Train
For
Information: Salmon Arm and District Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Centre
#101, 20 Hudson Avenue NE
Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4P2
Toll-Free: 1-877-725-6667
Ph: (250) 832-2230
Fax: (250) 832-8382
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