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The Okanagan Valley in British Columbia is a beautiful region with plenty of things to see and do. Whether you're looking for outdoor adventures, charming small towns, or world-class wineries, the Okanagan Valley has something for everyone. Here are a few Okanagan Valley cities that are great for day trips and extended stays.
Salmon Arm is a small and idyllic city that is located in the Shuswap region of British Columbia, Canada. It has a relatively small population of around 20,000 people and is the largest city in the Shuswap. A very popular tourist spot and in the summer months, Salmon Arm attracts visitors from all over who come to enjoy the city’s beautiful scenery, beaches, campsites, and houseboat rentals.
The Hilltop Inn is situated in an ideal location that overlooks the city of Salmon Arm, in the Shuswap region of British Columbia, Canada. The hotel is truly one of a kind and offers guests an affordable stay with tropical resort-style amenities. The main attraction of this gorgeous hotel is the large seasonal outdoor pool. Surrounding the pool area are immaculate gardens and landscaping featuring trickling ponds and waterfalls. On the inside, the hotel boasts 71 rooms and suites that focus on overall guest comfort.
The Salmon Arm Wharf is one of the Shuswap region’s most popular attractions. This large 440-foot pier is situated on beautiful Shuswap Lake and actually holds, not only the title of ‘Largest Wooden Wharf in British Columbia and Canada’ but holds the title of ‘Largest Wooden Wharf in North America’. The Salmon Arm Wharf was constructed in 1907, now over 100 years ago in order to deal with the large mudflats and swampy areas that exist at the head of Shuswap Lake.
The Raven Trail is located in Salmon Arm, British Columbia, and features a flat 3 km trail with a wooden boardwalk and viewing platforms for bird watching. The area is one of the best bird-watching spots in the Shuswap region and is up there as one of the best in all of BC. The trail leads walkers through a migratory estuary and boasts a nice side trail that heads over a seasonal land bridge out to Christmas Island
