OUR COMMUNITIES
Kamloops
Kamloops is the hub for the district, with shops, services and Thompson Rivers University, and easy access to hiking, biking and riverfront parks. Nearby communities such as Merritt, Logan Lake, Barriere, Clearwater, Chase and Ashcroft offer smaller town living, with Sun Peaks bringing year round mountain recreation.
South Peace River
Kamloops & District Communities
Ashcroft
A historic village on the river with a warm, dry climate and a welcoming main street. Residents enjoy local cafés, shops and community events through the year. Health care and everyday services are in town, with regional centres reached by an easy drive.
Barriere
Set along the North Thompson, Barriere offers a friendly centre with schools, shops and community spaces. Forest roads, rivers and nearby lakes frame year round recreation. Many errands are handled in town, with regional services within an easy drive.
Chase
On the shores of the Shuswap, Chase blends small town living with beaches, boating and rail trail riding. Schools and local shops cover daily needs, while larger services are a short drive away. The pace is relaxed and outdoorsy, with lake time never far.
City of Kamloops
The district hub on the Thompson rivers, Kamloops brings shops, services, health care and Thompson Rivers University together. Riverside paths, local parks and nearby hills make active days easy to plan in every season. Daily life is simple, with schools, sport facilities and dining close to home.
Clearwater
Gateway to Wells Gray Provincial Park, Clearwater is about waterfalls, rivers and wide open nature. You will find schools, shops and community services in town, with trailheads close by. Life feels adventurous yet practical, with essentials never far.
Lillooet
Set along the Fraser with mountain views, Lillooet blends history, small town services and a close community feel. Trails, fishing spots and scenic roads shape unhurried weekends. For a larger selection of shops and appointments, residents plan periodic trips to nearby hubs.
Logan Lake
A planned community in the high country, Logan Lake pairs quiet streets with quick access to trails and fishing spots. The compact centre covers schools and essentials for day to day routines. Bigger shopping trips are simple runs to neighbouring centres.
Merritt
A small city with a compact centre, Merritt offers schools, shops and everyday services in one place. Trails, lakes and open country sit in every direction for quick weekend plans. Life feels practical and friendly, with regional travel routes close at hand.
Sun Peaks
A mountain resort community that runs year round, with lift access skiing, biking and alpine walks. There are restaurants and essential services in the village for easy days and longer stays. For broader shopping and appointments, residents make straightforward trips into Kamloops.
