The kettle valley steam railway showcases a unique part of the okanagans and british columbias history. When i started touring the kettle valley railway in the late 90s, much of the right of way was actually drivable by vehicle. Kettle valley steam railway summerland all you need to. Tunnels and trestles are what cyclists remember most about the spectacular 600 kmlong kettle valley railway one of the premier rail trails in canada. The kettle valley railway and its many connectors offer the cyclist everything from easy dayriding to multiday adventures through the magnificent scenery of southern british columbia between midway and hope. One trail that has been on our wishlist for many a moon is the kettle valley rail trail located in central, southern british columbia. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Our trip was troublefree because of all her hard work. Cycling the kvr the lone wolf adventure loping southwards the finale. We get lots of cyclists coming through town, which is why we put up the trans canada trailway sign with the mileages in coalmont. Kettle valley rail trail bc cycling kvr cycle tours. The first step in preparation is to obtain the most recent edition of dan langfords book, cycling the kettle valley railway.
Cycling the kettle valley railway mention rail trail to any cyclist and they will smile at the thought of easy climbs and low grades. One of the premier rail trails in north america, it contains spectacular sections through impressive canyons requiring tunnels and trestles to carry the railbed through rock ridges and across mountain streams. The kettle valley rail kvr trail is made up of more than 500 km of bike trail across mountainous terrain, plains, river valleys, lake shore and forest. A couple hiking over one of the trestle bridges overlooking myra canyon on the kettle valley railway. Start from the east entrance at myra station and ride west seeing as many of the trestles and tunnels as time and little l. Biking the kettle valley railway kvr, an old, abandoned railway bed that has a new lease on life, is one of the top things to do the okanagan valley in spring, summer and fall. Myra canyon kettle valley railway kvr lets go biking. Buy cycling the kettle valley railway 3rd revised edition by langford, dan, langford, sandra isbn. If you are planning your own trip, or just need a shuttle.
For those looking to extend their cycling adventure, join noble adventures on the for an additional 2 nights and 3 days as you ride along another spectacular section of the kettle valley railway from pentiction to princeton, b. Built during 1910 1915, the kvr kootenay to coast connection powered our pioneer fruit industry into world markets, transported our families on vacations and errands. Once a railway line, the kvr is now an amazing place to go biking and hiking on a converted rail bed thats part of the trans canada trail in british columbia. From the web site and word of mouth i found out a fourth edition has been written but could not be printed in.
On this section of the kettle valley railway there are 16 wood trestles, 2 steel bridges, and 2 tunnels. As is typical for railway beds, the grade never exceeds 2. Abandoned railway corridors hold unparalleled opportunities as recreational trails, and the kettle valley railway is no exception. The myra canyon is one of the most exciting and scenic bike rides in bc. This worldrenowned guidebook includes detailed maps, safety tips, historic information, a listing of accommodations and a kilometre by. Cycling the kettle valley railway by dan langford and.
In fact it was john whites book driving the kettle valley railway that really got me started in the kvr. Tunnels and trestles are what cyclists remember most about the spectacular 600 kmlong kettle valley railwayone of the premier rail trails in canada. Myra canyonafter the okanagan mountain fire march 21, 2008 trail is now open. Cycling the kettle valley railway by dan and sandra. Cycling the kettle valley railway ebook by dan langford. It is operated as the kettle valley steam railway, and is well worth a visit for the 1. You can experience the trail on your own or as part of an organized tour. For those looking for a familyfriendly day trip, here are five places you. Cycling the kettle valley railway exlib by langford, sandra.
Collaborating with local groups and individuals, they have explored and researched every section of the kettle valley railway in the uncompromising quest for detail and accuracy. Please click the link, click on sports category and choose best bicycle shop and keep the nominations going for kettle valley railway cycling co. Along this route, cyclists will journey through time exploring both the natural and human history of the region, as well as discovering the contemporary beauty of the land and people. Third edition author dan langford book condition used good quantity available 1 binding paperback isbn 10 0921102887 isbn 9780921102885 publisher heritage house publishing place of publication surrey, british columbia, canada date published 20110705. Cycling the kettle valley railway spectacular sections. Sadly, most of the scenic kettle valley railway line has been abandoned, but a scenic 10 mile section in the hills above summerland was preserved by local rail enthusiasts. Located in southern british columbia, it was once named by outside magazine as one of the top 10 trails to cycle. The kettle valley railway kvr is an abandoned railbed located in southern british columbia between midway and hope.
One of the premier rail trails in north america, it contains spectacular sections through impressive canyons requiring tunnels and. Kvr trail kettle valley railway recreational trail. Sandra langford the kettle valley railway and its many connectors offer the cyclist everything from easy dayriding to multiday adventures through the magnificent scenery of southern british columbia between midway. The kettle valley railway is an abandoned railway bed that runs about 600 kilometres through southcentral bc between midway and hope. Support the kettle valley steam railway nonprofit society donate adults. Kettle valley railway cycling tour blog epic cycling. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. The kettle valley railway kvr is well known in the okanagan region for the scenic viewpoints of the lakes, the mountains and wildlife. We would very much like to be listed on your website cycling the kettle valley railway as we are only about a block from the kvr transcanada trail. Free on lap plus 5% gst kettle valley steam railway. Hiking or biking the kettle valley rail trail is a great way to travel through british columbias wild spaces and the provinces history. Cycling the kettle valley railway 0921102542 by langford. One of the premier rail trails in north america, it contains spectacular sections through impressive canyons requiring tunnels and trestles to carry the railbed through rock ridges and across. We want to insure that everyone is included on this web site and in up coming editions of cycling the kettle valley railway.
We have been nominated for the best of kelowna 2018. Biking the kettle valley railway in the okanagan hike. Bicycle touring, bikes mountain, book paper, maps paper locales. One of the premier rail trails in north america, it contains spectacular sections through impressive canyons requiring tunnels and trestles to carry the railbed through. The kettle valley railway reporting mark kv was a subsidiary of the canadian pacific railway that operated across southern british columbia, west of midway running to rock creek, then north to myra canyon, down to penticton over to princeton, coalmont, brookmere, coquihalla and finally hope where it connected to the main cpr line it opened in 1915 and was abandoned in portions beginning in. How to describe how that swim felt yesterday, or how delicious that real things pizza and cannery brewery beer tasted yesterday. Kettle valley steam railway ride the historic kettle. With over 15,000 copies sold, cycling the kettle valley has proven to be a remarkable resource for anyone interested in the stunning abandoned railbed located in the southern interior of british columbia. Cycling the kettle valley railway by dan langford and sandra langford published. We rent bikes, child carriers and helmets in kelowna and have cycling items for retail as well. If biking the kettle valley railway isnt on your bucket list, it needs to be.
Cycling this trail is truly a challenging venture that unfolds over the expanse of place and time. Trip planning kettle valley rail trail bc rail trails. Kvr shuttle services when you book any of our selfguided kvr cycle tours, a shuttle from penticton to midway or rock creek is already included in the cost of your tour. We have recently opened a new 3unit themed motel in coalmont. This corridor is one of the most dynamic routes in canada, with some truly impressive scenery and spectacular views. Kvr shuttle service kettle valley rail trail bc cycling.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Quite the thrill bumping the bike across the railway sleepers many feet above ground level. One of the premier rail trails in north america, it contains spectacular sections through impressive canyons requiring tunnels and trestles to. Cycling the kettle valley railway by dan langford, sandra. Kettle valley railway cycling tour the kettle valley railway kvr is well known in the okanagan region for the scenic viewpoints of the lakes, the mountains and wildlife. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. For the past 11 years, dan and sandra langford have enjoyed an ongoing involvement with the development and expansion of numerous rail trails. Cycling the kettle valley railway dan langford, sandra. Its a great spot to cycle with no grades more than 4% and nicely maintained by the community. This tour will take us over more than 460 km of rail trail over 4 mountain ranges. Biking the kettle valley railway trail one of the things we most wanted to do in the okanagan on vacation this summer was to bike the kettle valley railway kvr trail.
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