Shuswap Lake

Shuswup Lake situated on the south of the heart of British Columbia, with its four arms, takes the shape of ‘H’ of English alphabet. Located in Canada, this lake accommodates an island. Irrespective of the timing of your trip, this place is a recreational paradise for all. Accessed from all directions through Highway 1 and Highway 97, Shuswup Lake is a very well-liked holiday end. With plenty of sports and activities to purse on and around the lake, this place has been one of the most fun filled holiday experiences for many families. The parks and beaches around have been added perquisites for the visitors.

Sports and Activities:
Some of the activities at large are like horseback riding, biking, hiking, skiing, fishing, sledding and boating. To have a rocking experience of outdoor activities, try out all of them. A walk by the shores of Shuswup Lake is an outstanding experience of sightseeing. Even so, the shore being extremely prolonged hiking or biking is recommended to cover the entire waterline. The roads are all well connected, and they allow access even to the back country. Skiing and sledding in the snow are undoubtedly exhilarating. Canoeing and boating in the lake or house boating across the lake by the month of July is an experience you cannot afford to miss. The four arms of Sushwup Lake are the habitat of diverse fishes and marine life. So fishing Salmon and Trout in the lake is nothing but fun, even for non-anglers.

Art and Culture:
You must not miss out on the art galleries and local crafts market to check out the works of art of the local artisans. Quilts, painting, potteries, glass works, bead works, sculptors, wooden relics, etc. are on display at the market or during the festivals like Lunch Box Stage, Twilight Market, Village Farmers’ market, etc. Purchase a unique one to capture the memory of your tour.

Agro-tourism:
The agricultural production of the adjacent areas of Sushwaup Lake is high. Berries, peaches, cherries, apples, corns, pumpkins, asparagus, garlic and others find their way into the tasty palates that are served in the local food stores and restaurants. Agro-tourism is in fad now. Hire a guide to show you through all the agricultural farms. It is fun to see all the crops and vegetations in full bloom. You can also buy some fresh vegetables for your home.

Floras and Faunas:
Floras and faunas are the adornment of Sushwaup Lake. The Lake is bedecked with a large diversity of floras like mushrooms, wild flowers and species of trees, etc. All these and many more have made the landscape around, pristine and immaculate to look at.
The region is a lush habitat of innumerable animals and birds. Waterfowls and birds grace the lakes, tree tops and sky. The wetland and lake attract about 250 different species of birds that migrate from far off lands to this area. Being a temperate zone this is already a hub for wildlife. So, take some time off from your busy schedule and plan a trip now to take a plunge into the colorful charisma of the lake.