1) RIVERFRONT NATURE PARK:

This park features several kilometress of pleasant strolling and cycling trails near the mouth of the Eagle River. There are wonderful views of the river and Shuswap Lake as well as giant cottonwood trees and varied bird life to enjoy. Parking and access is at the end of Silver Sands Road. These trails can also be reached by continuing along the shoreline from Sicamous Beach Park in front of Sicamous Sands Resort.
Please do not encroach on private Resort Property.

2) OLD SICAMOUS HIGHWAY:

This easy, level trail, suitable for either walking or cycling, follows the old, historic highway for about 6 kms until it meets the existing Trans Canada Hwy. It features cool shade and excellent views of Shuswap Lake. This trail is just a short walking or cycling distance from Sicamous. To find the start, turn north off the Trans Canada Hwy onto the Old Sicamous Hwy (about 500 metres west of the bridge over Sicamous Narrows towards Salmon Arm). Your walk or bike ride can begin at the turn off although the actual trail (prohibited to all motorized vehicles) starts at 3.8 kms where there is a small parking area.
If you are in a vehicle use extreme care turning off or back onto the Trans Canada.

3) SICAMOUS CREEK TRAILS:

WATERFALL TRAIL: This short, scenic walking trail leads from the parking area to the foot of Sicamous Creek Falls where the creek cascades over huge boulders that have fallen into the canyon floor. The trail then follows the creek bank for several hundred metres before looping back to the parking area. Along the way there are some tranquil rest spots with benches. It makes for a short, cool walk on a hot summer day.
If you are taking young children monitor them carefully, as there are some steep slopes.

"THE LIZARD" This is a challenging mountain bike trail so be prepared. It is possible to use it as part of a longer circuit that leads back through Sicamous and then returns to the parking lot along Hwy 97A. The full circuit takes about 2 ½ hours to complete. On the way, it offers spectacular views of the Sicamous Creek canyon and Mara Lake. A sign with a detailed trail map is posted at the parking area. Hikers can use this route for the 1.5 kms if they wish to view the canyon

To reach these trails, take Hwy 97A south (towards Vernon) about 3.6 kms to 2 Mile Road and turn left (east). The parking lot is about 400 metres on the right hand side.

4) LOOKOUT & HANG GLIDING RAMP:

This is more a drive than a walk but is worth checking out for its fantastic view of Shuswap and Mara Lakes and the town of Sicamous. Turn north on the Sicamous/Solsqua Road (at the Abide With Inn motel). Travel 1.4 kms (across the bridge over the Eagle River and the past the Pole Yard) to the start of the 1800 Forest Service Road on the left (north) side. Follow this road for 6.2 kms and then turn left onto the connecting gravel road. The lookout and ramp is 1.6 kms past this junction.
Caution: Use extreme care if you walk on the ramp.

Mountain bikers can follow this same route to the ramp and then continue past it for about 1 km to an old logging road on the right that cuts back and rejoins the 1800 Road.

5) SIMMS CREEK LOOP TRAIL:

This mountain bike route is about 38 kms in total although it is possible to cycle shorter sections of it. Take the 1800 Forest Service Road to the start of the Simm Creek Trail at about 13.5 kms, where there is a directional sign. Take this road for about 7 kms to where it is joined by a road on the right. Follow this road for about 1.6 kms to an old logging landing where there is a directional arrow to an old rough trail on the right. Take this trail for about 1 km until it connects to an old logging road at the clearcut.Follow this road for about 11 kms until it joins the 1800 F.S.R near the bottom.

An alternate but longer route (approx. 55 kms) is to take the Simms Creek Trail all the way to Malakwa and then follow the Trans Canada Highway back to Sicamous.
Caution: These routes are long and steep so be prepared.

6) CAMBIE/SOLSQUA ROAD:

This cycling route follows the Eagle River for 12.3 kms. It is an easy, tranquil ride with many picturesque farms and great views of the Eagle River along the way.
CAUTION: Watch for traffic as there is no bicycle path alongside and a very narrow shoulder.

This route begins Just off the Trans Canada Highway at the Sicamous/Solsqua Rd (at the Abide With Inn motel). Stay on the main road the entire way for just over 12 kms until it rejoins the Trans Canada Hwy again. It is recommended that you return the same way rather than cycle along the Trans Canada back to Sicamous as traffic can be very heavy on the Highway.

7) EAGLE RIVER NATURE PARK:

This tranquil nature park is ideal for a family outing or picnic. This attractive trail network is just off the Trans Canada Highway about 13 kms east of Sicamous . Turn left (north) on Clifford Road after you see the hiking logo on the highway (just past the K.O.A.) Turn left on the access road and drive for about 300 metres parallel to the highway before turning right into an old gravel pit. The parking area is near the entrance sign and trail map.

This park features about 6 kms of walking and cycling trails with 2 picnic areas. The trails pass through a wide variety of trees and vegetation including magnificent, first growth cedars. There are some interpretive signs to help you identify the different species as you go. Evidence of early logging practices can still be seen on huge remaining cedar stumps. Bird watchers will appreciate the abundant bird life.

8) YARD CREEK PROVINCIAL PARK:

This Provincial Park approximately 13.5 kms east of Sicamous on the south side of the Trans Canada has a lovely day use area with some short and easy trails along Yard Creek. Access the trails from the day use parking area only as most of the park is designated for registered, overnight campers.

9) MALAKWA SUSPENSION BRIDGE:

This unique and historic swinging foot bridge spans the Eagle River. It was originally built in 1915 by local farmers to connect their farms to the community and school on the other side. It was rebuilt by the Department of Highways in 1940.

To find this bridge, take the Trans Canada 17 kms east towards Malakwa and turn north onto the Malakwa Rd just past the Malakwa Cafe. Follow this road for about 1.5 kms until it meets the railroad tracks. Turn left on Summerville Husted road and cross the tracks. Continue straight ahead on the Malakwa Suspension Bridge Road to the end (about 100 metres) where there is a sign and a small parking area.

11) CRAZY CREEK:

This trail has been developed and there is now a boardwalk to a viewing platform of the falls.  There is also a suspension bridge that is above the falls and a fee is being charged.

12) EAGLE PASS:

Eagle Pass Mountain is a spectacular snowy peak visible to the south of Hwy 1 driving east from Sicamous. To access the trail, go 29 kms east of Sicamous just across the Perry River Bridge. Take the Crazy Creek Forest service road to the left (north). Follow it for approx 8.8 kms until it branches into 3 forks. Take the left fork and drive as far as possible. (4-wheel drive is recommended past this point)

This trail features fantastic views and pristine alpine country ending at a historic Forestry Lookout site built at the turn of the century. A second trail to Twin Lakes has recently been completed. It is recommended that this hike be done in mid summer to avoid snow and/or wet conditions.
Caution: Be well prepared, as this is remote country.

13) CARIBOU LAKE TRAIL:

This short trail (just over 1 km) leads to Caribou Lake, a pristine sub-alpine mountain lake with good fishing. There is a user maintained Forest Service campsite there for overnight visits. To reach this trail, take the Trans Canada approx. 16 kms east of Sicamous to the Malakwa Loop Road (across from Thrifty Gas). Turn south and then immediately right on Oxbow Frontage Road. The first left after that is Yard Creek Loop Road. Go to the end (2.5 kms) where the Yard Creek Forestry Road begins. Take this road for 10.6 kms to a junction. Take the left turn and stay on the main road for another 14.4 kms. The trail begins here.
CAUTION: The Yard Creek Forestry Road can be very rough in places and subject to washouts and slides. A 4-wheel drive vehicle with high suspension is recommended.

14) CUMMINS LAKE:

This short trail (about 1 km) leads to a remote sub alpine lake. It has a user maintained Forest Service Campsite. Fishing can be good. Directions are identical to the Caribou Lake Trail until the junction on Yard Creek Road at 10.6 kms. Instead of turning left stay to the right and continue for another 5.8 kms. A sign indicating the trail should be visible.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to drive right to the lake after the sign as the final 1 km has severe ruts on it.

15) MARA MOUNTAIN (OWLHEAD) LOOKOUT:

This 8.2 km trail leads to a Forestry Lookout Tower. It features rugged mountain bluffs, alpine meadows, spectacular views of Mabel and Shuswap Lakes as well as the Monashee Mountains. Additional hiking and exploring is possible in the Mara Meadows.

Access is from the Owlhead Road, which starts at the end of McLean/McPherson Road in Sicamous. Drive to just past the 17 km marker where a sign on the right (south) side indicates the start of the trail.
CAUTION: This Forestry Road is rough so ensure that your vehicle can handle it.

16) QUEEST MOUNTAIN:

The Queest Mountain area is a popular snowmobile area in the winter but its semi alpine terrain makes it attractive to summer visitors as well. On the mountain there is a chalet and a Fire Lookout Tower as well as alpine meadows and some small lakes that can be explored. To find Queest Trail, turn north on the Sicamous/Solsqua Road (at the Abide With Inn Motel). Travel about 1 km (over the bridge and just past the Pole Yard) to the start of the 1800 Forest Service Road on the north side. Stay on the main road until just past the 14 km marker where there is a parking area and trail map to the right. The chalet is approximately 12 kms from here. Because of the long distance, an overnight stay should be considered.
CAUTION: This gravel road can be rough and may be actively used by logging trucks.