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Stretching from the US border, the Thomson Okanagan runs from south central BC and works its way north towards Jasper National Park on the Alberta boundary. The natural landscape of the Thompson Okanagan includes mountains, valleys, desert, and everything in between.






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The Thomson Okanagan
The region with the green overlay is that of the Thompson Okanagan.



Some of the Best Photos from the Thompson Okanagan:
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Dylan Sherrard cuts through the Spring foliage in Kamloops. Image by Riff Stills.
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Dylan Sherrard soars through the Kamloops Bike Ranch. Image by Riff Stills.
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The riding in Kamloops doesn't end when the sun goes down. Image by Riff Stills.
IMages from Hurtin for Vert 2012 - Part 2 of 4
Riding amongst a burnt out forest high above Kelowna. Image by Dave Silver.
IMages from Hurtin for Vert 2012 - Part 2 of 4
Sunsets in the Okanagan are stunning and riding into one means that you've thoroughly chased trails all day. Image by Dave Silver.
When planning your ride it s always important to factor in time to enjoy the views.
Mark Dowhaniuk surveys over the valley below from the hills of Kal Park in Vernon. Image by Robb Thompson.
Mark Dowhaniuk riding classic Kal Park single track with the jewel of the North Okanagn in the background Kalamalka Lake.
Mark Dowhaniuk reaps the reward from his earlier climb at Kal Park in Vernon. Image by Robb Thompson.
Images from the Vernon XC photo shoot 2015
Noah Brousseau and Steve Critchlow get after the single track in Vernon. Image by Robb Thomson.
Sunrise on the Look Out trail one of the premier rides in the area with gorgeous views and fun flowy singletrack. Steve Critchlow leads Noah Brousseau up to the top.
A common trend due to the warm temps is chasing the evening light here in the Okanagan. Steve Critchlow leads Noah Brousseau up one last climb for their post-work rides. Image by Robb Thompson.
Images from Hurtin for Vert 2012 - Part 3 of 4
The views looking down into Penticton are simply top notch. Image by Dave Silver.
Images from Hurtin for Vert 2012 - Part 3 of 4
Rock Oven is a must ride when you visit Penticton. Image by Dave Silver.
rider Catharine Pendrel wins Stage 1 location Salmon Arm B.C. Canada
Olympic Medalist Catharine Pendrel is all smiles while racing in Salmon Arm. Image by Single Track 6.



Videos that represent the Thompson Okanagan:

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Check Out The Trails:

Kamloops mountain biking trails


Kelowna mountain biking trails


Vernon mountain biking trails


Penticton mountain biking trails


Salmon Arm mountain biking trails


Other Useful Links:

Mountain Biking BC: Thompson Okanagan with photographer Grant Robinson
Mountain Biking BC: Tannins & Trails
Mountain Biking BC: Ultimate Sun Peaks Bike Park Weekend
Mountain Biking BC: A Vantastic Voyage
Mountain Biking BC: Beat the Heat

Images by Riff Stills, Dave Silver, Sterling Lorence, Robb Thompson and SingleTrack 6.


MENTIONS: @trailforks / @MountainBikingBC / @riffstills / @DSPhoto / @sterlinglorence / @robb / @Singletrack6ridethewest



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