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North America : Canada : British Columbia : Thompson-Shuswap

Thompson-Shuswap

The Thompson-Shuswap is in British Columbia Canada. It is a vast area that encompasses glacier capped peaks to the north and summer boating adventures on Shuswap Lake in the east.

Regions

  • North Thompson - follows the North Thompson River to its source in Wells Gray.
  • Shuswap - Shuswap Lake is the epitome of cottage country.

Cities

  • Kamloops - the largest city sits on the border of both smaller regions.
  • Salmon Arm - largest city in the Shuswap.
  • Chase - gateway to the Shuswap.
  • Sicamous - houseboat capital of British Columbia.
  • Clearwater - gateway to Wells Gray.

Other destinations

  • Sun Peaks - ski area with year round activities
  • Three Valley Gap - unique resort destination.
  • Wells Gray Provincial Park - mountains, lakes and glaciers.

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This page was last edited at 19:46, on 9 November 2008 by Wikitravel user Shaund. Based on work by Darren Kirby.