Please feel free to ask the Carmel Beach Concierge for an activity recommendation or to make a reservation/tee time for you.
Golfing
Sunshore Golf Course
This 9-hole, par 67 course in Chase is situated on the shores of Little Shuswap Lake so visitors can drive to the course or dock their boat at the 8th tee box. A number of amenities are available including a practice green, cart and club rentals, a licensed snack bar with an outdoor patio and a clubhouse. Public, 9 holes
929 Hysop Road, Chase, BC, V0E1M0, (250) 679-3021
Hyde Mountain on Mara Lake Golf Course
This brand new Les Furber designed course is a golfing gem in the crown of Sicamous. A rolling fairway with varying elevations provide a challenging course and spectacular views of Lake Mara. Semi Private, 18-holes.
Old Spallumcheen Rd., Sicamous, BC V0E2V0, (250) 836-4653
Salmon Arm Golf Club
Choose from the relaxing nine-hole Executive course (par 30) or the 18-hole Championship course (par 72). Full practice facility, Ironwood Restaurant, full-service retail golf shop, lessons. Championship course fees (+GST), $70, less for weekdays or twilight. Open April 15 to October 31.
3641 Hwy. 97B SE, Salmon Arm, BC, Canada , V1E4P6, (250) 832-4727
Anglemont Estates Golf Course
A scenic course with stunning views, Anglemont Golf Course overlooks the Shuswap Lake. Over 1800 yards, the course also offers barbeque facilities and a licensed patio for after the game. Tee times taken from June 15 to September 15. Public, 9 holes
7838 Golf Course Rd, P.O. Box 119, Anglemont, BC, V0E1A0, (250) 955-2323
Shuswap Lake Estates Golf and Country Club
This course is located in Blind Bay with view of the Shuswap Lake and surrounding mountains. The Shuswap Lake Estates Golf and Country Club is an 18-hole championship designed course with many recreational facilities within walking distance.
PO Box 150, Blind Bay, BC, Canada, V0E1H0, (250) 675-2315
Sonseekers Ridge Golf Course
This 9 hole family course features 2600 yards of scenic golf. Family rates are available on Sunday afternoons. Public, 9 holes, Par 35.
247 Black Road, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E2P6, (250) 833-0258
Canoe Creek Golf Course
Nothing else plays like this. Canoe Creek is a Championship Dave Barr Signature Design. At over 7,000 yards, this unique course features 230 acres of meadows, treed park land, blending natural rolling hills and beautiful water features. Canoe Creek offers all level of players a diverse challenge. Public, 18 holes, Weekend 80 CAD, Weekday 80 CAD, Par 72.
6360 Auto Road, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E1X2, (250) 832-3285
Eagle River Golf and Country Club
Eagle River Golf and Country Club has earned the reputation as a challenging golf course in the Okanagan. Public, 9 holes, Weekend 32 CAD, Weekday 32 CAD, Par 33.
Sicamous, BC, V0E2V0, (250) 836-4454
Mabel Lake Golf & Country Club
Over looking beautiful Mabel Lake, this Les Furber design offers the Okanagan’s newest 9 hole golf challenge. Featuring a regulation par 36 course with spectacular mountain vistas. A fully stocked Golf Shop, licensed restaurant, lounge and patio will serve to compliment your day. Public, 9 holes.
3445 Mabel Lake Road, Enderby, BC, V0E1V5, (250) 838-0881
Club Shuswap Golf and RV Destination
Club Shuswap is the area’s convenient, affordable golf experience. Located just east of downtown Salmon Arm, this executive course features a 30 stall driving range, putting and chipping greens, a pro shop and restaurant. RV parking is provided. Public, 18 hole.
5751 Trans Canada Hwy. NE, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E3A2, (250) 832-7345
Trail Riding
Sunny Shuswap Riding Stables
This tour operator offers scenic guided horseback tours with breathtaking lake and riverside trails in a natural forest setting. Trails and horses are available for beginner to experienced riders.
Fishing
SeaWalker Angling
Enjoy a half or full day fishing trip with an experienced guide. Sit back and enjoy the spectacular Shuswap. Reservations recommended.
Box 839, Sicamous, BC, V0E2V0, (250) 836-4287
Parasailing
Fly Em’ High Parasailing
Parasail from the back of a boat as a single, double or triple. Fly Em’ High is ready to fly from 10am until dark every day. Find their yellow boat on Shuswap Lake.
Tel: 1 250 832-5999
Boat Tours
Cruisin’ the Shuswap
Cruise around the Shuswap Lake on a pontoon boat. Up to 17 people can be accommodated on one of the three daily tours. There is a full enclosure for rainy or hot days. Tours leave the Salmon Arm wharf at 11am, 2pm and 6pm.
750 Marine Park Drive NE, Salmon Arm, BC, (250) 832-1564
Phoebe Ann Tours & Rentals
Hop aboard the historic MV Phoebe Ann, complete with a paddle-wheel and solarium. Over 60 feet long, 40 passengers can be accommodated for charter or regular scheduled tours. Tours range from 2 to 6 hours and often include breakfast, barbecued lunches and dinner. Or enjoy a smaller speed boat, The Maid of the Narrows, for a tour to the far reaches of the lake and explore remote beaches and forests. Reservations recommended.
117 Finlayson Street, Sicamous, BC, (250) 836-2220
Sicamous Water Tours & Charters
Serving Shuswap and Mara Lakes, Sicamous Water Tours & Charters offers lake tours and a water taxi by an experienced owner/operator. Reserve ahead or take a chance and show up, but reservations are recommended in the summer. Tours last approximately two hours and include historical and geographic information.
1210 Young Crescent, Sicamous, BC, (250) 836-4318
Narrows Village Rentals, Sales & Tours
Explore Shuswap Lake aboard the 60-ft stern-wheeler MV Phoebe Ann or the smaller 11-passenger Maid of the Narrows. Discover the back-country on a guided tour in a Polaris 325 ATVs. Other rentals include kayaks, canoes, pedal boats and surf-bikes. Open daily May 15-Oct. 15, 9 a.m.-11 p.m.
117 Finlayson St. Sicamous, (250) 836-2220
Shuswap Boats, Canoes & Kayaks Rentals
Splash Watercraft Rentals
Offering summer watercraft rentals at Mara Lake. Choose from seadoos, ski boats, aqua bikes, paddle boats, bumper boats and much more! Open in season from 7am until dark.
Sicamous, BC, (250) 836-3610
TowJammerZ Enterprises
Malibu and Mastercraft tournament ski and wakeboard boats for rental and timeshare lease, from 20-23 feet. Watersports gear for sale or rental. Specializing in houseboat packages.
218 Finlayson St, Sicamous, BC, (250) 836-0300
Little River Boatworld
Rentals of Bowrider Pleasure Ski Boats, equipped with adult skis, ski rope, four life jackets, and a safety kit. Children’s skis, kneeboard, wake board are also available for additional cost. Advance reservation of boats is accepted and recommended.
403 Little River Rd, PO Box 88, Sorrento, BC, (250) 675-2321
Shuswap Marina
They offer summer moorage, winter storage, used and consigned boat sales, boat and toy rentals, a full service and parts department, fuel sales, marine hardware and accessories.
2127 Ingram Rd, Blind Bay, BC, (250) 675-2250
Rivermouth Marina
Rent a boat or canoe to cruise the waters of Mabel Lake, just north on Enderby. A fast-food kiosk is on site and fishing licenses and tackle can also be purchased at the marina. Reservations are recommended.
24 Rivermouth Road Enderby, BC, (250) 838-6236
Captain’s Village Marina
Four 17′ Glastron power boats available for rent 7 days a week from May long weekend until September long weekend. Yamaha snowmobiles available for rent from November to March. Winter hours are from 8am to 5pm Tuesday to Saturday.
1041 Wharf Road, Scotch Creek, BC, (250) 955-2424
Waterskiing/Wakeboarding
Shuswap Lake Waterski & Wakeboard Centre
This centre includes the Water Sports & Summer Fashion Store and the Waterski & Wakeboard School. They offer expert advice, certified staff and world-class programs for everyone. Lesson packages are available and some packages include meals and accommodation.
1130 Riverside Avenue, Sicamous, BC, (250) 836-0081
Shuswap Go-Cart & Mini Golf
Galaxy Go-Carts
Speed past opponents, set a personal best or just go and have fun. Galaxy Go-Karts converts all into racing Mario Andrettis.
915 Highway 97a #2, Enderby, BC, (250) 838-6247
Salmon Arm Go Karts and Mini Golf
Bring the whole family down to the corner of Highway 1 and 60th Ave NE for a day of fun for everyone. Young and old are welcome to race around the track or put around on the Wonders of the World Golf Course. Private events and birthday parties are welcome.
3177 60th Ave., Salmon Arm, BC, (250) 832-3177
Cross Country Skiing
Skmana Lake Trails
This recreational skiing area has 15 kilometres of groomed trails and a warming hut. Free maps at Starting Line in Chase and at the trail head. No user fee. Open mid-December to February 28. Drive 14 kilometres along Nisconlith Lake (Bear Creek) Road from the Pine Street bridge. For information, call the Skmana Ski Club.
Chase, BC, (250) 679-8622
Larch Hills Ski Area
This cross-country ski area has both a wood stove-heated club chalet and back country cabin that can be booked for overnight stays. 85 kilometres of ungroomed trails; December to March, grooming of 35 kilmetres. Admission by donation. Visit Skookum Cycle and Ski Ltd. in Salmon Arm for a free map of the area and ski and snowshoe rentals.
12 km off Highway 97B south of town, Salmon Arm, (250) 832-7368
Cat Skiing
Powder Hounds Cat Skiing
Come catskiing in British Columbia’s Shuswap Highlands near the Rocky Mountains and enjoy snowboarding, skiing and snowmobiling in some of Canada’s driest and deepest powder. Try out 9,712 ha (24,000 acres) of light and dry Monashee powder snow. Lodging and dining are available.
2504 Eagle Court, Sun Peaks, BC, (250) 578-8982
Monashee Powder Adventures
Monashee Powder Adventures offers affordable Snow-Cat skiing in BC’s famous Monashee Mountains. Three, four or seven-day all inclusive packages from $400 to $450 CDN per day are available. Visitors can stay in a new lodge on the mountain that features panoramic views.
RR #2 Site 23 Comp 11, Chase, BC, (250) 679-8120
Mustang Powder Snowcat Skiing
Enjoy deep powder snowcat skiing in Chase, at British Columbia’s Monashee Mountains. Certified guides are available, as well as a lodge.
RR#2, Site 23, Comp 11, Chase, BC, (250) 679-8125
All Terrain Tours
Monashee Range Wilderness Adventures
Monashee Range provides full service rentals and guided ATV wilderness tours of Crowfoot and Grizzly Mountains.
2411 Vickers Trail, Anglemont, BC, (250) 955-0494
Farms & Farm Tours
Winter Green Farms
Still farming with horses, this farm offers horse-drawn (sleigh rides in the winter) tours of their grain and vegetable farm. The farm sits on 60 acres of land with a store and greenhouses. They offer homemade pies and hot perogies as well.
2200 – 20th Avenue SE, Salmon Arm, BC, (250) 832-2728
Geier’s Fruit and Berry Farm
Geier’s has cherries, strawberries, raspberries and more at their farm. You can also pick your their own ripe fruit and vegetables. The farm is open from mid-June to late September. Tours are available by appointment, call ahead to find out when the fruit is ready.
3820 – 40th Street SE, Salmon Arm, BC, (250) 832-2807
Pete Murray’s Corn Farm
Months of hard work at Pete Murray’s Corn Farm culminate late in the summer when visitors can stop by the farm and purchase some fresh and tasty corn. The Pete Murray’s is located just south of Chase.
RR2 Chase, BC, (250) 679-8886
Gort’s Gouda Cheese Farm
The cheese store is open and selling a variety of Gouda cheeses and other European dairy products. The products have no preservatives and are made at Gort’s cheese plant on their farm. During the summer from Monday to Friday educational tours are held at 10am, or by appointment at other times of the year. See the animals and try the yogurt while visiting the farm. Tasting before purchasing is welcome.
1470 – 50th Street SW, Salmon Arm, BC, (250) 832-4274
D Dutchmen Dairy
D Dutchmen Dairy offers a small petting zoo, a picnic area, many flavours of ice cream and a wholesale store. Open from 9am to 9pm daily in the summer, and from 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday in the winter.
1321 Maier Road, Sicamous, BC, (250) 836-4304
Hanna & Hanna Orchards
Hanna & Hanna is an apple orchard that grows more than 20 varieties of apples. With advance notice, an orchard tour is available. They are open seasonally from the middle of August until late October. Hours of operation are between 8am and 6pm every day except Sunday, when they are open from 1pm to 5pm.
3181 – 11th Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC, (250) 832-4574
Edgemont Farms
Edgemont Farms is a gift and garden shop. Find plants in the courtyard, gift items in the parlour or relax in the garden or beside the pond. While winter hours vary, in the summer the farm is open from 9am to 5:30pm on Monday to Saturday and from 10am to 4pm on Sunday. Check out this 100-year-old farm.
3421 30th Street SW, Salmon Arm, BC, (250) 833-4675
Tolt Away Icelandic Horse Farm
Tolt Away Farm offers always a good variety of Icelandic Horses for sale. Also offered are riding lessons, clinics and tack. Stallion service available to registered Icelandic mares. By appointment, please.
401 Ashton Cooke Rd, Enderby, BC, (250) 838-0234
Canoe Creek Alpacas
Visit the farm and learn about Alpacas or browse in the shop where they offer alpaca fiber and clothing, teddy bears, jewelry and things for children. Canoe Creek is open Wednesday to Saturday from 11am to 4pm. Call ahead on other days.
2400 – 40th Street NE, Salmon Arm, BC, (250) 832-9506
Integrity Llama Farm
Integrity Llama Farm is a working llama farm that raises llamas for fun and profit. There is breeding stock and fabulous fiber available. Farm tours are available by appointment and a store is also located on the premises.
Dunwoodie Road, Enderby, BC, (250) 546-9572
Bird Watching
Blue Heron Ventures
Spend a couple of hours on a leisurely walk in prime bird habitat. Experience the thrill of watching Western Grebes dancing, Osprey fishing or Bald Eagles feeding their young. Binoculars & field guides supplied.
4360 – 30 St. NE, Salmon Arm, BC, (250) 833-6385
Salmon Arm Nature Bay
A Western Grebe breeding colony has been established at Salmon Arm Nature Bay, which is 11,000 feet of protected foreshore. Many migrating birds stop here because of the extensive mudflats and marshland. Over 250 species of birds frequent the area. Birdwatchers will enjoy the 4-km (2.5 mi) trail with bird-view blinds for watching from.
