Snowmobiling and Sledding in Kamloops, British Columbia

 

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Where to Snowmobile in Kamloops, BC

With eight great sledding areas to choose from, Kamloops is a snowmobiling destination not to be missed.Those who like to ride in challenging expert areas or with the family will enjoy the diversity of areas in the Kamloops region. 

 

Distances To Snowmobiling Areas in Kamloops, BC

The eight signature riding areas can all be reached via driving in 45 to 75 minutes. Explore the high mountain peaks, alpine bowls with deep powder and genuine hospitality of Kamloops accommodators.

  

Avalanche Information

Before venturing out on any snowmobile trip, it is highly recommended that riders check with the Canadian Avalanche Centre on risks in the areas that riders are planning to visit.

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Guided Snowmobile Tours in Kamloops, British Columbia

Thompson Valley Tours and Rentals offers guided snowmobile tours in the Kamloops area. For riders of all skills and ages and in a variety of terrains on 4-stroke powered sleds.
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Recommended Kamloops Snowmobile Riding Areas

The information below is from the Kamloops Snowmobiling Association (KSA). Before riding in these areas, it is strongly recommended that riders contact the KSA for updated information on riding, forestry activities, areas closed due to avalanche risk, weather conditions, and wildlife conservation.

 

 

>Lac Le Jeune

Located 20 minutes south of Kamloops , the Lac Le Jeune area snowmobile trails run towards the south and east of Lac Le Jeune. The elevation is 1300m to 1680m, there are many other users in the immediate area of Lac Le Jeune that must be respected, such as cross country ski trail systems and local residents. This area is managed by agreement with the KSA (Kamloops Snowmobile Association) and MoTSA (Ministry of Tourism, Sports, and the Arts). 

Once you are far enough south of Lac Le Jeune conflicts are less of an issue (obey signage).  The ungroomed trail system runs through picturesque rolling plateau terrain on unplowed forest industry and ranching roads, through numerous meadow complexes, lakes and old forest fire burns. Sightings of moose are common in this area, ice fishing is also popular. This area is also accessed through Edith Lake and Rossmore Lake.

 

>Greenstone Mountain

Located 15 minutes west and south of Kamloops off the Trans Canada Highway, the Greenstone Mountain snowmobile trails area is unorganized. Trails are made up of unplowed forest industry, mining and ranching roads.  Rising to 1793m in elevation Greenstone Mountain was the site of a large wild fire in 2003 when much of the north side of the mountain was burned off.  This area allows access to extensive trails to the south and west including the trails of the Logan Lake Snowriders. There are many lakes, meadows, burns and cutblocks.  Sightings of moose are common in this area, ice fishing is also popular. 

 

 

>Tranquille Lake/Porcupine Meadows Snowmobile Trail System

Porcupine Meadows Provincial Park is accessible by snowmobile only from December 15th to April 15th annually.  No other motorized access is allowed at any time.  The area is accessed (40 minutes drive from Kamloops) from the KSA (Kamloops Snowmobile Association) Chalet at 31.5km on Sawmill Main FSR (obey all signage) and through the Tranquille Lake area on trails groomed by the KSA.  Trails within the Porcupine Meadows Park are not groomed by agreement.  This area is managed under agreement with the KSA, MoTSA (Ministry of Tourism, Sports and the Arts) and BC Parks. 

 

Trails outside of the Porcupine Meadows Park are comprised of unplowed forest industry roads and registered snowmobile trails.  Porcupine Meadows is the highest elevation (1790m) between Kamloops and 100 Mile House on the west side of the North Thompson River .  There are two shelters maintained by the KSA, one just outside the Park on the southern edge and an historic forestry fire lookout at the highest elevation.  Limited services including fuel and snacks are available at Wendego Lodge on Tranquille Lake  during normal business hours.

 

>Jamieson Creek

At the present time Jamieson Creek just 30 minutes north of Kamloops on the west side of the North Thompson River is an unorganized area popular with Kamloops area snowmobilers.  The area is accessed via active forest industry roads and snowmobilers gain access to trails made up of unplowed roads and recreation trails to numerous meadow complexes and lakes.  The area is isolated but easy riding.

 

>Tod Mountain ( Sun Peaks )

Public access to the snowmobile trail system is through the Sun Peaks ski area village (follow the signage to Snowmobilers Parking), 45 minutes drive from Kamloops .  This area is managed under agreement with the KSA and MoTSA in cooperation with Sun Peaks.  Near the Sun Peaks village there are boundaries which must be respected, obey all signage.  The trails system extends from McGillivray Lake (1400m) to the south to Mt Leslie (1835m) to the north. 

There is access to the summit of Tod Mountain (2133m) from the “Old Horse Trail” on the north east corner of Tod Mountain this trail has been improved by logging activity.  Accessing the Tod Mountain alpine requires at least intermediate mountain riding skills.  There are boundaries marked in the southern alpine on Tod Mountain defining the operational area of the Sun Peaks ski area which must be respected.  The KSA maintains a shelter on the western flanks of Cahility Mountain .  Trails are groomed by Sun Peaks Adventure Tours.  Trails are made up of unplowed forest industry roads and recreation trails.  

 

>Harp Mountain

The Harp Mountain area (summit is 2275m) is accessed through both the North Barriere Lake area 1 hour from Kamloops and Vavenby off Highway 5 north of Clearwater .  This area is managed under agreement with the Clearwater Sno-Drifters Snowmobile Club who maintain an “A” frame shelter on the mountain.  This is a remote alpine riding area of intermediate difficulty with some avalanche hazards.  It is an easy area to move around in with a choice of either a difficult or easy way to get from place to place, making it popular with families.  There is a historic range cabin along one of the southern access routes.  Great views in all directions await snowmobilers at the top of Harp Mountain .

 

>Harper Creek

Harper Creek is accessed through the North Barriere Lake area 50 minutes north of Kamloops on the unplowed Harper Creek FSR ( Forest Service Road).  The Harper Creek FSR travels up the Harper Creek valley to the base of Granite Mountain (1950m) and Foghorn Mountain (1800m) which overlooks Clearwater .  Along the way Dunn Peak to the west dominates the skyline with Harp Mountain to the east.  The trail to the Granite Mountain area is unorganized and not well defined near the top of Harper Creek (deteriorates to a skidder trail).  There is a private range cabin on Granite Mountain and the Clearwater Sno-Drifters Snowmobile Club maintains a shelter in the Foghorn Mountain meadows.  There is a trail off the north side of Foghorn which leads to Clearwater .  The degree of difficulty is intermediate and the area is remote.  

 

 

>Adams Plateau

Adams Plateau is an unorganized area north of the Adams River between Adams Lake and Scotch Creek, 45 minutes drive from Kamloops .  The highest elevation is Pisima Mountain (1893m), trails are unplowed forest industry roads and skidder trails.  There are natural meadow complexes and lakes.  There is a shelter in the large meadows at the head of Nikwikwaia Creek; there is also a mining cabin open for public use at the edge of the meadows in the Nikwikwaia Lake area.  This area is remote and requires at least intermediate riding ability. The trail in is usually rough, but worth the ride.

 

Snowmobile Equipment, Parts, Service, and Clothing in Kamloops

> RTR Performance: 250-374-3141

> Domenic's Snow & Marine: 250-372-8699

> Coast Mountain Sport: 250-314-1602

> Leading Edge Motorsports: 250-372-8534

> Pure Power Motorsport: 250-372-1096

> Schultz Motor Sports: 250-828-2200

> Sport Chek: 250-314-1602

> True Outdoors: 250-377-0157