14-Day Itinerary: Southern British Columbia Loop
14-Day Itinerary: Southern British Columbia Loop
This 14-day itinerary is based on the “BC’s Finest Single Track” trip experienced by one of our lucky contest winners.
Access: Start in Vancouver | End in Vancouver
Total duration: 14 Days
Total distance: 1,808 kms (1,123 miles)
This itinerary stops in many popular riding destinations in British Columbia. Never-ending mountains with great trails mixed with cool lakes and friendly towns provide a landscape that is about as close as it gets to true mountain bike nirvana.
Day 1 – 2: PentictonRide the Three Blind Mice trail networkTake an après-ride dip in Okanagan LakeVisit a local wineryFarmers Market every Saturday
Day 3 – 4: Rossland
Ride the epic Seven Summits Trail (30.5 kms) plus over 200 kms of maintained single trackHave a cold one at the Flying Steam Shovel Inn or Rossland Beer CompanyCheck out the area’s unique history at the Rossland Museum
Day 5: Nelson
Check out the fast and flowy Morning Mountain trail networkShuttle up to legendary Power Slave (see Giveout and Gold Creek riding areas)Check out the Historic Hume Hotel and Baker Street shops and restaurantsGrab a cup of coffee at Oso Negro CoffeeFloat on the Slocan River
Day 6 – 7: Revelstoke
Ride the scenic Frisby Ridge alpine trail (mid July to Early October)Flow through the classic single track of the lower elevation Mt. Macpherson trail networkSample the local fare at one of the many restaurants and pubsTake a brewery tour at the Mt. Begbie Brewing CompanyRelive your childhood at the Enchanted Forest
Day 8: Shuswap
Rent a house boat and access trails from the shorelineShred the downhill trails of the Rubberhead trail network or ride the epic Larch Hills TraverseFor something sweet and savory check out the Shuswap Pie Company
Day 9: VernonRide the Cosens trails in Kalamalka Provincial ParkEnjoy some beach time on the shores of Kalamalka LakeGreat eats and craft beer at The Naked Pig BBQ and SmokehouseCheck out nearby lift-access SilverStar Resort Bike Park
Day 10 – 11: KamloopsVisit Canada’s largest community bike park at the Kamloops Bike RanchCheck out the local breweries and cideriesExplore the many trail networks in the surrounding areaCheck out nearby lift access Sun Peaks Resort Bike Park
Day 12 – 13: Whistler
Ride the Whistler Valley Trail and cruise aroundTackle the world-renowned Whistler Mountain Bike ParkExplore the endless network of cross-country trailsStroll the Whistler Village for great shopping, dining, and brewery experiencesRelax after your ride at Lost Lake Park
Day 14: North Vancouver
Ride Vancouver’s legendary North Shore trails on Mount Seymour and Mount FrommeCheck out the Lynn Canyon Suspension BridgeRelax at a local North Vancouver eatery or pub after your rideVisit one of the many bike shops for excellent service and great deals
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