Explore Chase by its waterways and local trails. The village lies between the shore of Little Shuswap Lake and the South Thompson River valley. On the Trans-Canada Highway, Chase is located between Kamloops and Salmon Arm. In town, options range from public lake access and water activities to walks, hiking trails, golf, and local history. If you’re looking for a destination with these different highlights, you can get a sense of Chase by considering the specific activities available.

At Little Shuswap Lake and Chase Creek

Little Shuswap Lake has access to a public beach and a dock; boating, kayaking, and canoeing are possible activities there. Memorial Park has a public beach and a boat launch. Another natural landmark is Chase Creek: it cascades over three small waterfalls, flows through Chase, and empties into the South Thompson River just below the outlet of Little Shuswap Lake.

Walks, hiking trails, and waterfalls

Many trails within the community follow Chase Creek and are suitable for leisurely walks through town. The Switchbacks offer hiking trails accessible from several points within Chase, including trails for hikers of all abilities. This gives you a choice between a leisurely walk along the creek and hiking trails in the Switchbacks area.

The Chase Creek Falls are reached by an easy half-hour round-trip walk. The waterfalls can be viewed from a safe viewing platform. Check trail conditions and access locally before planning your visit. Alongside the longer hiking trails and walking paths through Chase, this gives you a specific waterfall route to choose from.

Golf and local history

The municipally owned Sunshore Golf Course in Chase is a 9-hole, par-32 course. If you plan to play golf during your stay, check tee-time availability before you arrive. Par is the expected number of strokes for a round of golf; at Sunshore Golf Course, par 32 refers to the course’s nine holes. The number of holes indicates the scope of the course, while the par rating gives the expected number of strokes for the round. Neither specifies how long a round of golf takes.

A self-guided tour of local history takes you through Chase and to the town’s preserved historic buildings. The historic Laviolette Cabin is also located on the grounds of the Chase Museum. According to the museum, it is open to visitors only in spring and summer; check in advance to see if it is currently accessible.

Discover more destinations: Barrière, 70 Mile House, Clinton, Blue River, Lytton, Cache Creek, Ashcroft, Kamloops

For the broader travel overview: Thompson-Nicola.