Hiking Trails

The Vernon area has some of the most amazing hiking trails you'll ever experience. Picturesque lakes, bunchgrass slopes, forested hills and the Monashee Mountains as a backdrop, these hikes demand you bring your camera (and a hat and water too!)

Visitors and locals love walking and hiking on our scenic trails. Breathe in the the fresh air, watch the cloudscape go by and let it all go as you walk along and get in touch with nature.

Here are some of the top hiking trails in the Vernon area.

1. BX Creek & Falls Trail
2. BX Creek Delta
3. Coldstream Valley Estates
4. Silver Star Foothills
5. Turtle Mountain
6. Twin Bays and Crest Trail - Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park
7. Kalamalka Lookout Trail
8. Longacre Trail
9. Middleton Mountain Trails
10. Polson Park Trail
11. Swan Lake Nature Reserve Park Trail
12. Hiking Trails at Predator Ridge
13. Kal Crystal Waters Trail
14. Grey Canal Historic Trail

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Online Trail Maps

Ribbons of Green has great options to help you choose the trails that are right for your needs. Pick your hike from an area on the interactive map, where you'll also find descriptors and photos of the trails.

Running Tours

You can also take a guided run through our trails either walking or running. Run up to an amazing view point or let them know where you'd want to go.

The Trail to Somewhere

All trails lead somewhere, and there are several trails in our area that connect up with Kamloops and area trails, as well as Shuswap and area hiking trails. Many of these trails can be used for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the winter months.