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Old Sicamous HwySicamous & East Shuswap
Trail Description:Easy level trail follows the old, historic highway for approx. 6 km, until it meets the existing Hwy 1. Cool shade, excellent views of Shuswap Lake, wildflowers, and birds. This trail follows the old hwy bed with several lovely viewpoints to stop and admire the lake. The trail ends where it meets with Hwy 1 returning the way you came.
Access:From the Sicamous Visitor Centre and Wharf parking lot, travel west on Hwy 1 across the pedestrian walk on the north side of the Narrows bridge. Proceed approx 600 meters, and turn onto the Old Sicamous Hwy Rd. The paved road eventually turns to dirt and traverses through the forest above the CP Rail line, and Shuswap Lake. At approx 3.6 km, find a trail sign where the road turns into a hike/bike trail. NOTE: there is very little room for parking at this point. This trail continues along the old hwy. bed for another approx 3 km, with several lovely viewpoints to stop and admire the lake. The trail ends where it meets with Hwy 1. Return the way you came. Access Map: Google Maps Warnings:CAUTION: Use extreme care when entering or exiting Hwy 1. Export:Select a format to export the Trail Information: Text | PDF | Print Screen |Shots from the Shuswap Trail!Click on any image to enlarge it. A collection of trail photos taken by the public.
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