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Sicamous
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Malakwa Suspension Bridge
Tuesday, July 12th, 2005 by GetawayBC.com
Malakwa Suspension Bridge
Originally built in the early 1900s by farmers who wanted a way to connect their farms to the rest of the community, the bridge was rebuilt in 1940 by the Department of High
Owl’s Head
Tuesday, July 12th, 2005 by GetawayBC.com
Owl’s Head
The McLean-MacPherson Road, which can be accessed by turning south at the A&W, leads to an eight kilometre trail full of mountain bluffs, meadows, and a forestry lookout tower. The trail o
Old Sicamous Road
Tuesday, July 12th, 2005 by GetawayBC.com
Old Sicamous Road
A scenic trail providing walkers and bikers with a relaxing tour around the lake, it can be found by turning north off the Trans-Canada onto the Old Sicamous Road by the bridge.
Queest Mountain
Tuesday, July 12th, 2005 by GetawayBC.com
Queest Mountain
Without the snow, the mountain provides a beautiful semi-alpine terrain. The trail can be found by taking the 1800 Forest Service Road for 14 kilometres. A parking lot and trail guide
Two Mile
Tuesday, July 12th, 2005 by GetawayBC.com
Two Mile
Known to be one of the best biking trails in the country, the Lizard provides breath-taking views of the Sicamous Creek canyon and Mara Lake.
A more laid-back hike at Two Mile is the short
Tours
Tuesday, July 12th, 2005 by GetawayBC.com
Phoebe Ann Tours & Rentals
The Maid of the Narrows is ready to whisk you away. The maid holds up to 11 passengers and offers tours of various areas of the lake.
Ask about the Phoebe Ann, a 39-pass
Camping
Tuesday, July 12th, 2005 by GetawayBC.com
Cedars Campground
This 12-ha escape near the Eagle River offers several amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. Laundry, showers, bike rentals, a 6.5-km path leading to the river, a pla
Canada Day
Tuesday, July 12th, 2005 by GetawayBC.com
Canada Day
With the co-operation of various community groups, Sicamous’ Canada Day celebrations are famous throughout the region as a perfect way to celebrate the nation’s birthday. From 8 a.m. to 11
Arts
Tuesday, July 12th, 2005 by GetawayBC.com
Summer Arts & Crafts Show
A six-day show and sale, sponsored by the Eagle Valley Arts Council from June 26 to July 2, showcases local artists and artisans from Mara to Malakwa, including guest artist
Beardale Castle
Tuesday, July 12th, 2005 by GetawayBC.com
Beardale Miniatureland
On the Trans-Canada Highway 30 km east of Sicamous, you will find one of Canada’s most irreplaceable and endearing attractions – Beardale Miniatureland. Meticulously hand-craft