Golf right on the shores of Little Shuswap Lake, a summer market accessible only by boat, and trails in nearby Tsútswecw Park give Squilax three distinct highlights.

Golf, Spa and Seasonal Market

The Talking Rock Golf Course is located on the shores of Little Shuswap Lake. It offers a challenge to both experienced golfers and those who are still learning. Golf is therefore a clear focus for visitors who want to include the course in their trip.

The Le7ke Spa offers a different focus: its products and services are inspired by First Nations design and decor traditions. Those who want to include wellness as well as golf will find a distinct option to consider when planning their trip.

The Squilax Dock Market is accessible only by boat and takes place on summer Saturdays. It features fresh produce and musical entertainment. The seasonal program may vary from year to year, so check the dates and program details for your planned visit. Access by boat is a distinct factor to consider when planning a visit to the market.

Trails and History in Nearby Tsútswecw Park

Near Squilax, Tsútswecw Park has 26 kilometres of hiking trails, including the Lower, Wade Road and Flume trails. The viewing platform and trails in the lower trail system offer good opportunities to watch salmon. Visitors particularly interested in salmon can keep these observation points in mind when exploring the park; the larger trail network also includes the trails mentioned above.

A historic wooden flume in the park was used to float logs from Skmana Lake to the Adams River. Part of it has been reconstructed according to the original design. The flume can be seen above the first bridge in the Huihill trail system, connecting the trails there with a specific chapter in the region’s log-driving history.

Other Distinctive Landscapes in Columbia-Shuswap

Across the wider Columbia-Shuswap destination, Tsútswecw Park’s 26-kilometre trail network is used for hiking and mountain biking in summer, and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in winter. The park also contains Shuswap cultural sites, including Kekulis (pit houses), artifacts and rock paintings, which are strictly protected. Alongside the trails and salmon viewing, these cultural places and their protection are part of the wider regional picture.

Other distinct park profiles in Columbia-Shuswap offer different highlights. Shuswap Lake Park has a one-kilometre sandy and pebble beach with a swimming area marked by buoys. Shannon Beach is owned by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District and includes more than 400 metres of shoreline on Shuswap Lake. The Shannon Beach Trail Network has four kilometres of hiking and cycling trails, with two loop options. These examples differ in their respective highlights: a beach and marked swimming area, an island trail, or trails with loop options.

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For the broader travel overview: Columbia-Shuswap.