thompson river canyon

The Thompson River In this region of British Columbia the Coastal Mountains are rugged and desert like, The Thompson River Blasts and winds its way through a narrow canyon passage as it makes its way to the Pacific Ocean. The Trans Canada Highway (Highway # 1), from Hope through Spences Bridge to Kamloops follows the Fraser and Thompson River Canyons. The Thompson River meets the Fraser River at Lytton BC. The Thompson Canyon is on the Dry Belt region of British Columbia. The Thompson River
Canyons, is world famous for whitewater rafting sport fishing and outdoor adventure. The Fraser and Thompson Rivers are famous for the Pacific Salmon that migrate to their spawning grounds in the BC interior every year. Spences Bridge on the Thompson River is known around the world and wide for its steelhead fishing.

The Thompson meets the Fraser

The Thompson River, Flowing from the Kamloops Lake the Thompson River is one of the main contributors to the Fraser River. The Thompson is a beautiful river that changes color throughout the season and mid summer to the fallowing spring its a beautiful jade green. The Thompson is most known for the Dry desert like climate perfect for campers and outdoor adventure, the river is a heaven for Kayakers and white Water Raft Enthusiasts, Fishing is another favorite activity enjoyed on the Thompson River. Certain areas of the river are swim able , at appropriate water levels, however you should have experience and knowledge in river swimming. Because of the Climate fruit growers have flocked to this area for many decades, you can enjoy some of this tasty fruit at one of the many local fruit stands. The Thompson Canyon has many Provincial and Private Campgrounds and RV parks as well many great local accommodations, resorts, and B&B. Begin your Thompson adventure at the mouth as it flows into the Dark Fraser in the Heart of Lytton BC, the Hottest city in Canada!