KAMLOOPS BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Gentle singletrack above the Thompson Valley: a two‑hour beginner ride at Kenna Cartwright
A 2‑hour, beginner‑friendly guided mountain‑bike tour at Kenna Cartwright Nature Park that follows smooth, non‑technical trails and offers bike and helmet rentals.
Gentle singletrack above the Thompson Valley: a two‑hour beginner ride at Kenna Cartwright.
Set on one of Kamloops’ most accessible trail networks, the Kenna Cartwright Bike Tour threads wide, well‑groomed singletrack and doubletrack through open grasslands and pockets of pine forest, with sweeping views of Kamloops Lake and the Thompson Valley—an expert‑guided, confidence‑building ride for new riders.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Forgiving singletrack and steady grades
Kenna Cartwright’s trails emphasize gentle climbs and gradual descents on wide, well‑groomed singletrack and doubletrack, keeping the ride smooth and non‑technical—ideal for first‑time mountain bikers.
Panoramas of lake, valley and hills
The tour rewards relatively little effort with big views: riders cruise through open grasslands and pine pockets to vantage points over Kamloops Lake and the Thompson Valley.
Guided, beginner‑focused instruction and rentals
An expert guide sets the pace and selects routes to match the group while top‑quality bike and safety‑equipment rentals are available so participants can simply show up ready to ride.
What the day feels like
What the ride feels like
Over roughly two hours you’ll start from a main trailhead and follow steady grades on forgiving trails, with the guide keeping the group together while riders build skills and confidence; the emphasis is scenic cruising rather than technical riding.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this two‑hour ride suits best
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
If you have a bike and helmet bring them; if not, top‑quality bike and safety‑equipment rentals are available so you can show up ready to ride.
Riders meet at the Kenna Cartwright Nature Park trailhead where guides handle briefings and rental fittings prior to departure.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The guided ride runs approximately 2 hours.
Where do we meet?
The meeting point is at Kenna Cartwright Nature Park.
Is this ride suitable for beginners?
Yes—trails are beginner‑friendly, non‑technical and guided to build confidence for new riders.
Are bike and helmet rentals available?
Yes. Top‑quality bike and safety‑equipment rentals are available so participants can arrive without gear.
What will we see on the ride?
Expect sweeping views of Kamloops Lake, the Thompson Valley, open grasslands and pockets of pine forest along the route.
Is there an age limit?
The tour is suitable for participants age 5 and up.