KAMLOOPS HIKING FIELD GUIDE
Urban Wilderness on Foot: A Two‑Hour Hike Through Peterson Creek
A 2-hour guided, dog-friendly tour through Peterson Creek Nature Park that’s fully customizable to your pace and highlights city views, creekside trails and hidden waterfalls.
Urban Wilderness on Foot: A Two‑Hour Hike Through Peterson Creek.
Step into an urban pocket of wilderness in the heart of Kamloops: Peterson Creek Nature Park threads over 10 km of trails through shady groves, open grasslands and creekside corridors, offering guided routes that are tailored to your pace and welcome dogs, newcomers and locals alike.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
More than 10 kilometres of trails
Peterson Creek Nature Park contains over 10 km of interconnected paths that wind through mixed terrain — a compact but varied network that makes exploration easy to tailor to any group's energy.
Panoramic outlooks minutes from downtown
The trails open onto elevated vantage points that frame broad views of Kamloops, rewarding short climbs with city panoramas without leaving the park’s intimate setting.
Creekside paths and hidden waterfalls
Creekside trails thread along Peterson Creek where, on warm days, hikers can find small waterfalls and shallow edges ideal for a quick dip of toes or paws.
What the day feels like
How the Hike Feels
This guided outing moves at the group’s chosen pace, alternating shaded, forested stretches with open grassland and creekside passages; guides tailor the route to preferences ranging from relaxed strolls to more vigorous uphill segments, all within easy reach of the city.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this hike suits — and who it doesn’t.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The guided hike is a two‑hour experience in Peterson Creek Nature Park and is offered as a short outing close to downtown Kamloops.
Groups assemble at Peterson Creek Park to begin the guided route.
Routes are customizable to the group’s pace and include shady forest, creekside paths and short climbs; dogs are welcome on this tour.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The guided Peterson Creek Hiking Tour is 2 hours in duration.
Where do we meet for the hike?
The meeting location for the tour is Peterson Creek Park.
Are dogs allowed on the hike?
Yes — the hikes are dog‑friendly and welcome four‑legged companions.
Is the trail suitable for beginners and children?
Yes — the experience is beginner friendly and appropriate for all ages, with routes adapted to the group’s pace.
How extensive are the trails in the park?
Peterson Creek Nature Park contains over 10 km of scenic trails that include loops, creekside paths and uphill sections.