COME TO OUR HOM CONTENTS WEL E... Our History ...... 4 Community Events ...... 5 Discover Logan Lake ...... 6 Community Services ...... 7 Winter Fun ...... 8 Please come and stay awhile. Explore our vast forests, Camping at Logan Lake ...... 9 famous fishing lakes, and renowned trail systems Wild Horses ...... 12 while you “Discover our Nature” here in Logan Lake! Golf Logan Lake ...... 13 Logan Lake is a resource-based community, Map ...... 14 centrally located in the heart of the highland valley. Geocaching Adventures ...... 16 We enjoy our small town atmosphere with urban Discover Our Skies ...... 17 centres only a short drive away. Explore Our Country...... 18 Robin Smith MAYOR The District of Logan Lake is nestled in the Highland House ...... 20 mountains off the main highways. We offer a Highland Valley Copper ...... 21 fabulous, newly rejuvenated campground with electrical hook ups and Making Cider ...... 21 internet services. Camp just a short walk away from our challenging golf Motorcycle Paradise ...... 22 course and our legendary fishing lake! Gone Fishing ...... 23 Kamloops, Merritt, Ashcroft, and Cache Creek are all within an hour’s drive. Lake Guide ...... 24 The Okanagan is only two hours away and Vancouver just over three. Our Play Around...... 26 residents enjoy great diversity in the communities surrounding Logan Lake. Our community hosts many worthwhile events throughout the year. The Logan Lake Visitor Guide is published by Core We invite you to join us as we capture the essence of Canadian winter at our Communications and distributed free of charge. For more information contact Core Communications at Box Pond Hockey Tournament and our Polar Carnival. We also host The Kamloops 1461, Merritt, B.C. V1K 1B8, by phone 250-315-3290 or by Vintage Car Club’s Annual Show in June, exciting Canada Day celebrations email; [email protected]. and fireworks July 1 and The articles contained in this publication represent the findings and the opinions of the respective authors and Logan Lake Day during do not necessarily represent or reflect the opinions of the long weekend in Core Communications. The articles contained herein are intended for information purposes only. Readers with August. any particular concerns should seek proper advice before acting. Core Communications will not be held liable for We invite you to any inaccuracies or misrepresentations contained in any live, work and play of the articles herein. Any questions can be directed to the respective authors or contact Core Communications in our beautiful little at 250-315-3290. community, and to Editing: Diane Lavoie - Core Communications experience the rich Graphic Design: Dragonfli Studio Printing: Premier Printing nature surrounding us. Cover Photo: Patrick Hughes & www.shutterstock.com
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Nestled in the heart of Gold Country lies Logan Lake, one of British Columbia’s newest towns. It was built in the 1970’s to house Lornex Mine’s workers and their families. Although ranching had been established in the area since 1870, it wasn’t until the early 1900’s that miners began to take an interest in the valley and 1910 before Frank Cyrill Swannell explored and mapped the Highland Valley. Mining in the early years was a rough, labour intensive job. Copper ore had to be hauled over steep cattle trails by horse drawn wagons, through the Highland Valley, then out to Ashcroft and beyond. By the mid 1960’s, technology began improving mining in the valley, thanks to the efforts of men like geophysicist Dr. Egil Lorntzen. With mining excavation came the swift construction of the town of Logan Lake. Excavation for underground utility services and surveying for housing began during the summer of 1970. Home construction for the Lornex Mine workers and their families started in early winter. During that cold winter, hay bails were often used as basement insulation and to keep water lines from freezing. While the town was being erected, the province appointed John Aldrich of Lornex as Mayor and in 1971 the Logan Lake Visitor Centre Village of Logan Lake was incorporated. The town was constructed for convenience, Logan Lake’s Visitor Centre is one place you and economy and easy access, with town and your kids won’t want to miss! Be sure to bring district services in one compact area. The your camera when you visit. Donated by the municipal and district building was erected Highland Valley Copper Mine, this huge, next door to the fire hall and the R.C.M.P. 195B Bucyrus Erie mining shovel with its 13 Detachment, with health services just across cubic yards bucket will amaze young and old the street. Retail shops and the library were alike - the Waboc Haulage truck has a 203 added in the convenient, pedestrian only mall. tonne capacity. This is one impressive piece of PHOTO � PATRICK HUGHES � PATRICK PHOTO Lornex donated $800,000 for sewage and equipment! Climb the stairs to the Visitor Centre wastewater construction costs as well as a television for a peek inside. The centre is open from mid-May to repeater station. When a recreation society formed, mid-October. Phone: 250-523-6322 for more information. Lornex also donated money for the sports fields and playground. The town was ready. In August of 1970, the people came. There were eighty homes, five condos and thirty trailer lots ready. The school was completed by the September enrolment date. All of this new town was within walking distance of Logan Lake itself with its excellent fishing and boating. While the mine in Highland Valley continued to provide valuable ore, it also laid the foundation for the birth and growth of a town. Today, many families still live and work in the beautifully situated, thriving town of Logan Lake. PHOTO � DEAN NEIGHBOUR PHOTO
4 The District of Logan Lake Offi cial Visitor & Informati on Guide UNITY EV COMM ENTS
Logan Lake is proud of its strong sense of community, with dream about having a favourite of your own. many groups holding events throughout the year. Now, hit the sidewalks in the residential areas and chase Some of the more prominent events are featured here. down those bargains. Dozens of front yards are filled For more information on events in Logan Lake, check out: with potential treasures. Yes, this is a lot of temptation, www.loganlake.ca so why resist? Walk (or run) up and down the hills while you ferret out exactly what you‘ve always wanted. Your LOGAN LAKE POND perfect “find” may be just around the corner. Enjoy the HOCKEY CLASSIC • sunshine, get some exercise and let your blood sing with Look for the return of the the thrill of the hunt. Logan Lake Pond Hockey Classic where you can cheer DISC GOLF • A not-to-be- on your favourite teams and missed event is this year’s disc enjoy some good, Canadian golf tournament held here
PHOTO � DEAN NEIGHBOUR PHOTO winter fun. This incredibly at Logan Lake’s Copper Ridge popular event draws course on June 26, 2016. hundreds of spectators and numerous teams to Logan LAKE � DISTRICT OF LOGAN PHOTO Lake to see hockey as it was originally played - outside on a MOTHERS DAY ANNUAL STRAWBERRY TEA • frozen lake. See info under Art Shows. During the rest of the winter, enjoy family laughs, exercise and some friendly competition on one of the CANADA DAY many lakes in the area. CELEBRATIONS • Visit Logan Lake on July 1 POLAR CARNIVAL • Celebrate winter with us. The for a day of family fun Polar Carnival, Logan Lake’s biggest winter event, is a fun, and exciting Canada Day exciting time filled with activities for the whole family. celebrations. Visitors come Don’t miss international food night, the Minor Hockey from near and far just to see
Concession breakfast and the Chili Cook-off. Work off the fireworks display. � DEAN NEIGHBOUR PHOTO all those meals at the family glow skate. Enjoy the ice painting, the snowman contests and the outdoor speed skating oval on the lake, maintained by the River City LOGAN LAKE DAY • Join us Racers speed skating club. Book your stay early because the first weekend in August space is at a premium. for Logan Lake Day, our biggest event of the year. The COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE & VINTAGE CAR SHOW • entire community celebrates It’s here! The first Saturday in June! Slide into your most with a full day of family comfy shoes, grab sunglasses, a hat, your water bottle and activities and events and an
lots of $$$. Today is Logan Lake’s Community Garage Sale evening dinner and dance. � ASHLEY MILANESE PHOTO & Vintage Car Show and the whole town is bursting with bargain seekers. HORSE SHOWS • A good starting point is While scheduling conflicts the arena where antiques prevent Jill from organizing and collectables vendors the horse show or gymkhana have their booths. And this year, check this space in where the food is located. 2017 for some new horse- Across from the arena, lovers events. For more feast your eyes on the information contact Jill at: gorgeous vintage cars. Chat [email protected] � JILL MALANKA PHOTO PHOTO � DISTRICT OF LOGAN LAKE � DISTRICT OF LOGAN PHOTO with their proud owners and Happy riding. www.loganlake.ca • Discover Our Nature 5 ART SHOWS & EVENTS: Logan Lake’s enthusiastic Arts Council volunteers are up DISCOVER to something good year round. Just look at some of the events they have planned this year. LOGAN LAKE Early Spring Annual Art Show and Sale: Come • All season outdoor paradise feast your eyes as well as • Hundreds of km’s of trail systems your taste buds when local • Growing and friendly community artists display and sell their • 45 minutes from a major centre work in conjunction with the • Health services - Medical Clinic Mothers’ Day Strawberry Tea. • Local doctor This is a tasty event for all ages. • Local dental clinic PHOTO � DEAN NEIGHBOUR PHOTO • RCMP Detachment • Local Fire Hall & Rescue July 1 Mega Messy-Children’s • Retail shops Art Festival: Turn the kids • Public Library loose for this one when ten • Elementary School K-4 and art stations are set up in the High School 5-12 curling rink. The children • Post Secondary Education don large, plastic garbage available 45 minutes away bags and try out the different • Lower taxes forms of mega messy art. • Affordable housing They can get creative with • Golf Course toilet plunger art, squirt • More than a dozen good bottle art, shaving cream art, water bomb art etc. It is fishing lakes definitely mega messy and everyone will have a great time. • Full-service campground, Adults have been known to sneak in after the children on the lake, within walking have left to try it out for themselves. distance to all amenities Ugly Chili Bowl Contest: Contestants make and decorate • Arena/Recreation Centre their own ceramic chili bowls. The town then votes on the offers three sheets of ice ugliest chili bowl. Date: TBA for curling and ice rink plus For more information contact: Sheila Bliss 250-523-9819. fitness centre • 18 hole Disc Golf Course • Horse facilities, barns, riding arena, etc. Did You Know?
Location: 40 min. to Merritt 35 min. to Kamloops 3.5 hrs. to Vancouver
ELEVATION:: 1,067m1,067m (3,500(3,500 ft)ft) POPULATION:: 2,0732,073 PHOTOS � DISTRICT OF LOGAN LAKE � DISTRICT OF LOGAN PHOTOS
January High: 1 C Low: -6 C Logan Lake is a Family Friendly Community! July High: 30 C Low: 14 C Visit www.loganlake.ca to find local info, activities, services, programs to support you and your children. 6 The District of Logan Lake Offi cial Visitor & Informati on Guide ISCOVE NITY S D R OMMU ERVICES LOGAN LAKE C Logan Lake Arena/Recreation Centre The Library No need to skip your workout just because you are on Enjoy a change of pace
vacation. Take out a recreation centre membership so for yourself and your kids. LAKE � DISTRICT OF LOGAN PHOTO you can use the arena’s well-equipped gymnasium and Story time at the library, leave feeling virtuous. Last year the centre had a reno and which starts in October, offers your children stories, some updates. There are three ice sheets for curling and a rhymes and fingerplay action while allowing you time to hockey rink. The arena is open from September to March. explore the library facilities. See what talks and speakers For further information call: 250-523-6711. are being offered during your stay. The “read to me” summer club for up to age six runs all Logan Lake Curling Club summer and drop-ins are welcome. Curling begins in mid-October and runs to the middle If your children are members of a summer reading of March. We are ALWAYS looking for curlers, experienced club, they can keep up their stickers here too - and have or new, to keep our Club alive and vibrant. No experience? fun doing it. Three times during the summer there are Come and see what it is all about; try it and get hooked. activities for the 6-12 year old age group so drop in to the Beginner lessons are always available, as well as further library during your stay and see what is on offer. lessons as the need develops. Call 250-523-6745 for more information. If anyone is interested in trying their hand at curling, please call the Rec Centre, leave your name and phone Logan Lake Local TV Service number, and we will return your call. If you are almost anywhere in Logan Lake, including For more information call: 250-523-2404 or 250-523-9474. most of the campground sites, all you need to receive 28 The Logan Lake Sunday Meat Draw sponsored by the digital TV channels is a line of sight to the tower. Point your Logan Lake Curling Club is held at the Pick and Shovel Pub antenna that way and go to “menu” in your digital TV. Then from 2:30-4:30pm. First draw is at 3:00pm. look for “new stations/channels” and follow the directions. For more information check the website: www.lltvs.com The WHY The WHY plays an important role in building and LOGAN LAKE SERVICES maintaining personal health and wellness in the Logan Lake Ambulance, Fire, Police ...... 911 community. The WHY encourages a healthy lifestyle through Public Works (Emergency Only)...... 523-6274 physical activity, educational workshops, programming, and Bylaw Enforcement/Animal Control...... 319-7535 services to their members and to the community. Churches: We mention them here not only because of their help Highland Valley Baptist Church ...... 523-9057 and fund raising efforts during the Disc Golf Tournament, LL Christian Fellowship Society ...... 523-6333 the Polar Carnival, our Canada Day celebrations and their LL Pentecostal Assembly ...... 523-6918 “Walk For A Reason”, but because they built the Logan Lake St. Michael’s Catholic Parish ...... 523-9511 Disc Golf course and work tirelessly in the community. Food Bank ...... 523-9057 If you are a lover of dinner theatre you will enjoy this Liquor Store (Government) ...... 523-6712 year’s event held on the last Wednesday in November at LL Health Centre - Doctor’s Office/Lab/X-Ray ...... 523-9414 the local high school. The popular Desert Harmony Singers Logan Lake TNRD Library...... 523-6745 will perform. A new theme is chosen each year so get a Logan Lake WHY ...... 523-6229 group together and use the theme to decorate your own Municipal Campground (May-October) ...... 523-6283 table. First prize for best decorated table is $100. The cost Municipal Office ...... 523-6225 for a full course dinner with a glass of wine is only $25. Post Office (Canada Post)...... 523-9323 Keep an eye on their web site because the WHY often Recreation Centre ...... 523-6711 does one-off things during the year that are interesting Senior’s Centre ...... 523-2759 and different-you won’t want to miss any of them. Logan Lake TV Society ...... 250-523-6411 Check out: www.loganlakewhy.ca Visitor Information Centre (May-October) ...... 523-6322 www.loganlake.ca • Discover Our Nature 7 WINTER FUN Snowmobiling Investigate the vast, snow-covered forest surrounding Logan Lake. Spectacular scenery is a given and you just might spot some wildlife in the quiet moments when you are resting. Whether you follow the marked trails or make your own, snowmobile enthusiasts agree that Logan Lake has a reputation for excellence. All the summer opportunities for ATVs increase exponentially when the snow flies, and every difficulty level is out there just waiting to be ridden. Old logging and mining roads run for hundreds of kilometres around the town so be sure to prepare properly and bring maps or your GPS. PHOTO � LOGAN LAKE SNOWMOBILE CLUB � LOGAN PHOTO
Ice Skating When Logan Lake freezes over, sharpen your skates, bundle up and prepare for timeless winter fun. Grab snow shovels or pushers and warm up by clearing the area you want to use then cut loose playing pond hockey, inventing your own games or just skating. Everyone from falling down beginners to experienced skaters will have a blast. After the fun, refuel at a local café with hot chocolate and home-made snacks. Yes, life in Logan Lake is good. • Mamette Lake is a great lake for skating and ice fi shing. • NOTE: Be Safe! Check ice conditions on the lake before skating. Call the District of Logan Lake at 250-523-6225.
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It takes three volunteers three days just to maintain the ski and snowshoe trails around 8 Logan Lake. The District of Logan Lake Offi cial Visitor & Informati on Guide Cross-Country Skiing/ For those new to the area, we request that all users Snowshoeing of the trails be responsible by observing the following courtesies: Ski the dry snow and open spaces around Logan Lake - Skiers going downhill have the right of way. and experience a cross-country skier’s dream. Logan Lake’s - Keep to the right when approaching oncoming skiers. 36km. cross-country ski trail system is one of the best in - Lend assistance when needed. the province. Groomed trails begin right in the community - Carry all garbage out. and extend out along the original 14 foot-wide logging - Fires in designated fire pits only. roads into the surrounding wilderness. The terrain varies Any problems or windfalls widely and offers something for everyone. Beginners will on trails please email: be delighted with the 2km. of lit trails for night skiing, [email protected] and even advanced skiers can enjoy adrenalin-spiking challenges. In winter this trail system is shared with snowshoers. The snowshoeing trail loops along the cross- country skiing trails and joins them in some places. Both snowshoeing and beginner’s trails are pet friendly. Challenge yourself to new adventures this year as you ski freshly created trails and enjoy widened routes. Try snow camping - just come well equipped for the cold. You will discover new lean-tos, campsites and outhouses along the familiar routes. Whichever sport you choose, whichever trail you follow, you will meet happy people and happy dogs, see spectacular scenery, spot local wildlife and enjoy fabulous snow conditions. PHOTO � DISTRICT OF LOGAN LAKE � DISTRICT OF LOGAN PHOTO www.loganlake.ca • Discover Our Nature 9 PING at LOGAN L CAM AKE
Logan Lake Municipal Campground What could be better than camping right on a fabulous fishing lake with treed gravel sites, 30 amp electrical service, picnic tables and fire pits, nine pull-thru sites that easily accommodate larger units, washrooms, hot showers, central water, boat launch and a 21 metre dock? There is also free wireless internet and free access to Logan Lake 9 hole, 6100 yard, TV with antenna (in some locations). public golf course Also available in town is a sani station. cut out of a pine-aspen forest Enjoy this well serviced, 50 site campground with your whole family, including the pets. Imagine all this just a kilometre from the town shopping centre and surrounded by pristine wilderness. Since the campground is also next to the Meadow Creek Golf Club, Pine Ridge Disc Golf, the bike park AND walking tails, it just doesn’t get any better than this! Golfer Alert! Check out the Play & 10 The District of Logan Lake Offi cial Visitor & Informati on Guide at LOG Stay specials at the Meadow Creek Golf Course when you are MPING AN LA staying at the campground. CA KE For information on fire restrictions please visit: bcwildfire.ca Campground staff are available between 8:00am-7:00pm. Be Bear Aware Host is in site 15. Checkout time is 11:00am. Ph: 250-523-6283 Bears are always in search of [email protected] food. They are best observed from a distance. You do not want them in a campsite! Help reduce human/ bear interactions by managing your campsite properly: • Never leave food, including pet food, in your tent or on the picnic table. Lock it away in your vehicle. • Keep your BBQ and utensils clean. • Dispose of garbage in campground-designated, bear proof, garbage or compost bins. • Report any bear sightings to the
PHOTOS � DISTRICT OF LOGAN LAKE � DISTRICT OF LOGAN PHOTOS campground host. Help keep the campground safe and enjoy your stay.
www.loganlake.ca • Discover Our Nature 11 WILD HORSES GOLF LOGAN LAKE
Wild horses roam the Logan Lake area and can often be seen from the highway. These herds were formed from individual horses that escaped nearby ranches and farms. The escaped stallions gathered mares together forming the “wild” herds you see today. There are herds on the ski trails, on Tunkwa Lake Road and several between Logan Lake and Ashcroft. Highland Valley Copper Mine feeds them in winter when snow covers the grasses they need to survive.
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Dedicated outdoor volunteers put in more than 2000 hours per year maintaining and extending the trails around Logan Lake. PHOTO � DEAN NEIGHOUR PHOTO
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12 The District of Logan Lake Offi cial Visitor & Informati on Guide GOLF LOGAN LAKE
Play a round or two on challenging Meadow Creek Golf Course. This course has some hilly terrain, a wicked dogleg and a creek running through it. You may want to bring your camera along since the course is surrounded by aspen forest and wildlife sightings of deer, coyotes, bears and eagles are common. Although summer temperatures in the surrounding areas can soar to over 30 degrees C, Meadow Creek’s sub-alpine setting is usually an oasis of cooler, more � GOLD COUNTRY PHOTO comfortable conditions. Themes throughout the week encourage golfers of all ages and abilities to come out and enjoy themselves. If you are staying at the campground check out our Play & Stay bargains. After your fun on the course, relax and enjoy a meal, a snack or a drink in the licenced clubhouse. Check out www.golfloganlake.ca for more information or call the clubhouse at 250-523-6666. PHOTO � DISTRICT OF LOGAN LAKE � DISTRICT OF LOGAN PHOTO
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ke an La PlayLog in cks a Making 9 Hole (6,100yds) Practice Range Practice Putting Green Power Cart Rentals Pro Shop Licenced Snack Bar Hall (seats 80) DidDid YouYou Know?Know? Club House Open LoganLogan Lake’sLake’s May 1 to Mid October GeographicGeographic LocationLocation For tee times and ELEVATIONELEVATION:: 1067m1067m (3500(3500 ft)ft) bookings please call LONGITUDELONGITUDE:: 5353 degreesdegrees 33 minutesminutes NorthNorth 250-523-6666 LATITUDELATITUDE:: 121121 degreesdegrees West.West. 600 Golf Course Rd LOGAN LAKE Adjacent to Logan Lake Municipal Campground www.gol oganlake.ca www.loganlake.ca • Discover Our Nature 13
CHING ADVENT Geocache Coordinates: COVER OUR SKI OCA URE www.goldtrail.com DIS ES GE S NK & S GC3PCEK Tunkwa Lake GC1VBVC Are you an avid geocacher? Would you like to try it? Logan Lake is a The Birth of Logan Lake GC1V1WP part of a large geocaching network organized by Gold Country. There are Logan Lake Pioneers GC1VBWP at least 100 geocaches in and around Logan Lake - these will take you on Transvaal Mine GC1TQFD exciting tours of the area while showing you amazing scenery from many HVC Mine GC1TXPX different perspectives. Discover old mines, original settler homesteads, Paska Lake GC1VNQ7 meadows of wildflowers, beautiful lakes, fabulous views and the existing Joseph Burr-Glossie City GC3P97H Highland Valley Copper Mine. There are geocaches of every level in this George Dawson GC3P8N7 area, so come to Logan Lake, bring your GPS and hunt those caches down. Glossy Mountain GC3PCN8 For more information and tips on how to get started, go to: www. Logan Lake Shovel GC3PCKG goldtrail.com Stake Lake Trail GC3P9A8 Mimi Falls GC3Q6XK Bluebird Trail GC3P8K4 Craigmont Mine GC1TQEP Monck Prov. Park GC1TTW0 Merritt Viewpoint GC1TTVC Stay Pineridge Cemetery GC1TTWA Trinity United Church GC1TTXZ & Baillie House GC3P8RM Godey Creek Trails GC3PBCZ Lake ogan James Teit GC3PBD4 Playin L Nicola Sub. Agate & Dot GC3PBDF ks ac Jesus Garcia GC3PBDR Making McLean Brothers GC1TWQN Mary Lafek, Pioneer GC1TTQX Pennask Lake & Esker GC1VCKZ Promontory Lookout GC1TTWQ Clapperton Falls GC1TQE8 Quilchena GC3PAMG Salmon Valley GC3PAN2 Paradise Lakes GC3PAM3 Stump Lake GC3P8MP Trans Canada Trail GC3PANE Guichon Lundbom PHOTOS � GOLD COUNTRY PHOTOS Grasslands GC1V1X7 Brookmere GC1V1YV AP Mining Characters GC1TKPX The Smith’s GC1V1ZA ouunn yy Aspen Grove ee CCo CCaaf Mining Camp GC1TQ48 fee Stoyoma GC1V20G ~ ~ ~~ Merritt Subdivision GC3PCJ6 HOME OF Kane Valley Trail GC3PBDY Doug Wilson THE ALL DAY Kentucky-Alleyne OWNER/CHEF BREAKFAST Provincial Park GC3PBE6 Henry Castilou GC3PBEG #91 - 111 Chartrand Ave., Logan Lake, BC 250-523-6776 [email protected]
16 The District of Logan Lake Offi cial Visitor & Informati on Guide ER OUR DISCOV SKIES Bird Watching The area around Logan Lake is a bird watcher’s paradise. Logan Lake’s 1,067 metre elevation is on a bird migratory path and is a fantastic location from which to see unusual species. Nesting boxes have been set up along roadside fence posts, select trees and on trails off the highways to encourage bluebirds to nest in the area. If you stay alert, you will be rewarded with the sight of these beautiful, bright blue birds. Other migratory birds include: Western Grebes, Sand Star Gazers Hill Cranes, Black Terns, Trumpeter Swans, Ospreys, Tree Swallows and many duck species. Where could stargazers find a more perfect place to Indigenous species include: Pygmy Owls, Red Tailed view the skies? Beside the remote trails around Logan Hawks, Bald Eagles, Golden Eagles, Magpies, Spruce Lake hide some of the best-kept stargazing secrets you Grouse, Steller and Grey Jays, Mountain Chickadees, can find anywhere. Good elevation (1,067 metres), almost Ravens, Pileated Woodpeckers, Red-naped Sapsuckers, no light pollution, comfortable, flat spots to set up your Red-breasted Nuthatches, Marsh Wrens, and a variety of telescope and camping equipment, lean-tos, outhouses sparrows, hawks and owls. and campsites - all with the facilities of town close by. The duck pond, an artificial lake located behind the high Haul your equipment in on your ATV and enjoy the area school, is managed by Ducks Unlimited and by Logan Lake. during the day as well as the night. Who needs sleep? It offers an excellent view of breeding ducks and geese. Check out the wheelchair accessible observation platform beside the number nine golf tee at the Meadow Creek Golf Course. It overlooks one of the Lake Enhancement Working Groups wetland projects where you will find many nesting small birds. Consider a drive to Tunkwa Park. Along the Stay way you may see not only bluebirds but also & the Great Grey Owl perched in a tree or a hawk Lake circling the sky in search of prey. gan Lo For more information on birding in our area Plays in ack
PHOTO � LOGAN LAKE BIRD WATCHERS LAKE BIRD � LOGAN PHOTO contact: Ray Town at: 250-523-9474 or Bert Making Parke at: 250-523-9935. Fisherman’s15% Promo Complimentary WiFi • Free Parking Pet Friendly • 100% Smoke Free $99 On site Beer & Wine Store Stay Package off & On site licenced restaurant & pub Golf Guest Laundry Service Check our website Where Recreation & Wilderness Meet for latest promotions. Discover country hospitality and reasonable rates at the Logan Lake Lodge. We are nestled in the Highland Valley, just minutes off the Coquihalla High- way. Located in the downtown village centre, you are instantly connected everything Logan Lake has to offer such as the wilderness, landmarks, family water park and play park, local shops, tourism, hiking/atv trails, and of course the lake! Book your recreation vacation with us today! Your fi shing headquarters for over 25 world class lakes. 250-523-9466 Ext. 300 • 111 Chartrand Ave. • Email: [email protected] • Web: loganlake.com
www.loganlake.ca • Discover Our Nature 17 ORE OUR COUN EXPL TRY
ATVing & Dirt Biking Hiking, Biking & Horseback Riding Pick any warm summer day, load From May to October the fantastic trails around up your ATV or dirt bike, and hit the Logan Lake are shared by non-motorized transportation, trails around Logan Lake. These trails so hike, bike or horseback ride while you enjoy nature. are multi-use during the summer, run Mountain bike trails are currently under development and for hundreds of kilometres and offer approximately 50km. of trails will soon become available. challenges for riders of all levels. The The flashes of blue in the area are returning bluebirds trails have grown in popularity to the nesting in the boxes along the trails. Please respect their point where the Provincial Government nesting sites and just watch or photograph them. is creating an officially designated network of easy access If you time it just right, you may luck out and catch trails that will surround most of the town. some of the forty or fifty species of local wildflowers in This year, try out the challenges on the new trails bloom. Some of these are rare specimens so, please, take that were added and some existing ones that have been away photographs only. widened. Regular riders will also notice that there are This year you will notice three fire rings along the more campsites, lean-tos and outhouses for those who trails as well as more lean-tos and outhouses for hikers want to stay for more than a few hours. and those enjoying wilderness camping close to home. On the May long weekend, horse and ATV riders take The energetic volunteers who build them are planning to the trails surrounding our town. future log cabin construction for overnighters who want Riding ATVs is ingrained in our community. Come join something more substantial than a tent. Stay tuned. us for some real fun. The trailhead begins at the TV repeating tower where you will find maps with named and marked trails to take Paintball along with you. If you want more of a CROSS SABRES PAINTBALL � Have a blast with friends challenge, consult the Logan and family. Enjoy terrific, messy fun on Logan Lake’s Lake Trail Map for access to paintball field. This is a good one with its hides, forts and the fire protection trails and sneaky ambush spots. You can rent equipment here and the old, decommissioned buy paintballs; super soakers are available too and make logging and mining roads in for great fun on a hot summer day. the area. These trails wind To book parties for the kids and reserve times for their way through the hills adults call Valarie or Maurice Cephas at: 250-523-9020. surrounding the town and can Get to the field by taking Hillside to the cul-de-sac and run for hundreds of kilometres. follow the signs. Remember to prepare properly � DEAN NEIGHBOUR PHOTO and keep your sense of direction. Community Parks PLEASE NOTE: These trails are carry-in/carry-out so please remember to pack out all your garbage. Also, Logan Lake’s public parks are you will need to bring your own equipment for whichever for the enjoyment of residents and activity you want to participate in, as there are not yet any
PHOTOS � DISTRICT OF LOGAN LAKE � DISTRICT OF LOGAN PHOTOS visitors, so take the time to enjoy rental facilities in Logan Lake. them. BE BEAR AWARE: If you are camping overnight, be bear Cool off the kids (and yourselves) at Maggs Spray aware. Bring a rope long enough to string your bags of Park. Stretch your legs and your pet’s too at the Dog Park food over the branch of a tree so bears can’t reach it and beside Lakers Field. NEVER leave food or garbage in or near your tent. For park locations see map on page 14-15. For information contact: Duane Entner at 250-523-9330. 18 The District of Logan Lake Offi cial Visitor & Informati on Guide All Season Recreational Trails As soon as the first snowfall settles on the hills surrounding Logan Lake, local volunteers and members of the Highland Valley Outdoor Association transform the landscape into a 36km. network of cross country ski trails, including 2km of lit trails for night skiing. In the summer of 2015 the trail system was extended, new trails added and some existing ones widened for cross country skiing
Gun Range & Archery Club RIFLE RANGE � If you want to maintain your shooting skills, travel just 2.5km. east of Logan Lake off Meadow Creek Road (hwy. 97D) to the gun range where you will find a certified 300-yard high-powered rifle range, a 22-caliber rifle range, a handgun range and a trap shooting range. Certified licencing and registration are available through the Outdoor Association. LAKE � DISTRICT OF LOGAN PHOTOS This range is open to the public year round with a and snowshoeing. The trail system begins in Logan Lake collection box left for donations to the Outdoor Club. at the end of Chartrand Avenue and extends out into the For more information call Ray Town: 250-523-9474 or Bill surrounding forest. Trails are groomed for both classic and French: 250-523-2366. skating techniques. The ski season usually starts in the first week of December and ARCHERY CLUB � Bring the kids and join the Highland continues through March, Valley Archers on the 18th and 19th of June as they host weather permitting. their annual Fathers’ Day Shoot. This event is the biggest • In April or May, as soon shoot in Western Canada with over 200 participants and as ground conditions allow, loads of family fun. Kids especially love participating in the trail system is open the balloon shoot. for summer use. These Come practice at the 80 yard by 60 yard outdoor range trails are ideal for hiking, which is open to the public and has no age restrictions. horseback riding and There is a shack and a stove to help you keep warm on mountain biking. colder days. • Section 58 Motorized The archery range is 2.5km. east of the golf course on Vehicle Closure on trail the old highway. Watch for signs. system all year. For more information contact: Jim Fox: 250-819-5315. • This system is an
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There are hundreds of kilometres of trails around Logan Lake. www.loganlake.ca • Discover Our Nature 19 HIGHLAND HOUSE
Originally a Highland Valley Copper Mine Guest House, this delightful Bed and Breakfast now offers five luxury bedrooms, each complete with a four-piece bathroom. Enjoy the spacious living and dining area with a view of 25 glorious acres of relaxation. Logan Lake is situated in the PHOTOS � JILL MALANKA PHOTOS pristine natural environment south of Kamloops. First created as a company town built to service one of North equestrian coach with Equine Canada and conducts classes America’s largest open pit copper mines, today it has grown on request. The horses are friendly and often come to to become a diversified community. Highland House itself the fence to enjoy human attention. Call or email Jill at has developed into an urban oasis in a rural setting. It offers Highland House. See below for more information. a quiet vacation area surrounded by mountains, lakes and The following activities are also available at or near forests. Winter or summer, it is the perfect starting point for Highland House: fishing, hunting and back-country exploring. • Sweat lodge • Family Getaways During the long daylight hours of spring, summer and • Business Retreats • Meetings fall, explore Logan Lake’s back-country roads. • Special Interest Groups • Holistic Retreats Capture that perfect wildlife photograph or discover - Hunting & Fishing orienteering, golfing, hiking, mountain-biking or horseback - Hiking and Mountain Biking riding. Rock hounding and geocaching are also favourite - Golfing and Winter Pond Hockey pastimes for many of the area’s visitors. - Snowmobiling, ATV’s and Dirt Biking There is a horseback riding school on site for those - Cross Country Skiing, Downhill Skiing and More. who would like to improve their abilities. Jill is a certified For more information, contact Don or Jill at: 8615 Tunkwa Lake Road. 250-523-2766 [email protected]
HIGHLAND HOUSE Bed & Breakfast Inn Logan Lake Br ish Columbia
Come enjoy your vacation at Highland House - an urban oasis in a rural setting. We have all the amenities of a city surrounded by mountains, lakes and forests. It’s the perfect starting point for fi shing, hunting and backcountry exploring. We also are a Bed and Bale facility for those of you who want to come up to the Highland Valley and explore the beautiful hla trails with your equine friends. Ask us about Hig nd o H t o w u your next business retreat or group meeting. e s e This is the place to relax all year round! N Bed n’ Bale 250-523-2766 | [email protected] www.highlandhouse.ca | 8615 Tunkwa Lake Rd
20 The District of Logan Lake Offi cial Visitor & Informati on Guide LAND VALLEY COP HIGH PER
This is one attraction you won’t want to miss. Highland copper and molybdenum are used in the production of steel Valley Copper has been producing both copper and and the available molybdenum fetches high prices. molybdenum for many years and will continue to operate For further information contact: Environmental and until at least 2025. This is not only the largest copper mine Community Affairs Coordinator at: 1-855-523-3429 or in Canada, but also one of the largest copper mining and email: [email protected] concentrating operations in the world. Located about 15kms west of Logan Lake, the mine employs about 1230 people from the surrounding towns. Teck Resources Ltd., which owns Highland Valley Copper, is a Canadian company that also owns and operates mines in other parts of Canada and the world, including Alaska and Chile. Recently, Teck began a series of upgrades to the mine and the rock mill that will, when finished, increase both the efficiency and profitability of the mine. Highland Valley Copper operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. LAKE � DISTRICT OF LOGAN PHOTOS The mine shut down in 1998-99 when the price of copper dropped significantly. It was closed for six months and G resumed operations once copper prices rose again. MAKIN CIDER 900 tonnes of copper concentrate and about ten tonnes of molybdenum concentrate are produced each day. Both Enjoy a taste of award winning cider right here in the B.C. interior, where Left Field Cider was born. Their small batch brewing techniques bring out the best characteristics of the luscious, B.C. dessert apples they use. By blending artisanal styles of French and English cider varieties, they have succeeded in producing some of the best cider you will find anywhere. Be sure to check out their Cider Makers’ Select Series, which allows customers to explore new cider varieties, blends and fermentation techniques. Enjoy these limited release ciders while they are available, because once the tank runs dry, they will be gone. At Left Field Cider, it’s all about the apples. If it’s made of fermented apples, it’s real cider. If it’s made with artificial fruit juice, concentrate and who knows what else, it simply is not real cider. Located on highway 97C, between Merritt and Logan Lake, Left Field’s tasting room is open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from the May long weekend to Labour Day. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the picnic grounds, so stop in, bring a lunch and buy a refreshing cider. Hours: Friday: 3-7pm; Saturday/Sunday: Noon-6pm. Phone: 250-448-6991 [email protected] Mailing address: Box 731 Logan Lake, BC V0K 1W0 www.loganlake.ca • Discover Our Nature 21 PHOTO � JEFF KUMAGAI 22 A CACHE CREEK 1 LYTTON LYTTON
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Twelve-hectare Logan Lake, at the heart of a series of world-class trout fishing lakes, offers fun for the whole family. Even the kids can catch big ones here. Fish to 2.3kg. are common, with some growing as large as 4.5kg. This is also a great lake for fly-fishing and because the lake has a world-class oxygenation system, which prevents winterkill, ice fishing is popular in winter too. Logan Lake’s Outdoor Association maintains the lake’s two aerators, the 8’ x 8’ biorafts, the spawning channel and, with the Ministry of the Environment, works to stock the lake. With its plentiful fresh water shrimp and food supply, Logan Lake supports a large population of fish. There are two docks; one on the southwest side of LAKE � DISTRICT OF LOGAN PHOTOS the lake near town and the other on the northeast side at the campground. These docks provide require a four-wheel drive, others are plenty of space for anglers to enjoy Logan Lake’s hike-in only and some, like Logan bounty. Lake itself, are very easy to get to. Electric motors only are permitted on the lake Some fishing lodges in the area and the trout quota is two. offer accommodations, boat rentals, If you want variety, there are more than a fishing tips and detailed information dozen good fishing lakes within a half hour drive on fishing locations. For more information: www.visitloganlake.ca of Logan Lake. Some have challenging access and PHOTO � MERRITT PRO PHOTOS
Four Season Resort SPRING . SUMMER FALL . WINTER
21 Waterfront Cabins Boat & Snowmobile Rentals Live Fishing & Hunting Reports Tobiano Golf Specials Children’s Play Ground Fantastic still water rainbow trout fi shing. Incredible ice fi shing! Convenience Store Complete rentals: Ice rods, augers, fi re barrels & more. Fantastic hunting. Hunter friendly with hunter gathering shed. Only 3 hours from the Lower 250.523.9697 Mainland - call us to book. [email protected] www.tunkwalakeresort.com www.loganlake.ca • Discover Our Nature 23 There are two rustic campsites; one located to the west of the LAKE GUIDE dam in the north side of the outlet - the other on the north shore about 1/3 of the way down the lake.
Are you a solitary angler seeking a peaceful, DAIRY LAKE • Stocked annually with rainbow trout, Dairy Lake can hike-in lake? Would you prefer a comfortable sometimes be subject to winter kill but, when this condition is absent resort with lots of amenities where you can for a couple of years, fishing here can be a real treat. This is another high-elevation lake that often produces well during the summer. introduce your kids to the excitement of fi shing? There is a boat launch at the forest service site on the northeast How about a jewel-like lake in a gorgeous, forested shore. The three small, unnamed lakes near Dairy may also be a setting where you can fi sh the weekend away with pleasant surprise. your friends? Whatever your preference, the area around DESMOND LAKE • Access to Desmond Lake is rough and a four- Logan Lake will surprise and delight you, because wheel drive is recommended. This lake has spotty fishing for some of British Columbia’s most popular and rainbows to 1kg. but can, at times, be surprisingly good. varied fi shing spots are right here. DOMINIC LAKE • Both you and the kids will enjoy Dominic Lake’s The list below will help you get started. excellent fishing. Spring and fall are good times to fish for these Remember to check your current B.C. Fishing stocked, pan-sized trout and, if you like ice fishing, winter too. regulations before fi shing an unfamiliar lake. The absence of public access makes this a quiet fishing lake and an ideal place to spend family time. There is an undeveloped campsite at the east end of the lake as well as a resort with camping facilities. BIG OK (ISLAND) LAKE • This lake is a popular catch and release fly fishing spot. Huge chironomid, mayfly and sedge hatches, along with good populations of fresh water shrimp, provide plenty of food for these trout to grow big. Some, up to 5 kg., are caught annually. Spring and fall are the Stay best fishing times. & There is a B.C.F.S. campsite with a car top boat launch on the north shore and a rustic campsite Lake on the lake’s southeast corner. This is not ogan accessible to motor homes or trailers and a truck is Playin L ks recommended. ac Making BILLY LAKE • Access to this little jewel is not easy. A four-wheel drive is recommended. Billy Lake is nutrient rich and offers anglers a good chance for small rainbows during the summer. If you are fly fishing, try a shrimp, dragonfly or leach pattern. Spin casting can also work well. BOSE LAKE • This stocked, high-elevation lake offers good fishing for rainbow trout up to 1 kg. in size. Whether you are spinning, bait casting or fly-fishing, your chances of getting a bite here are good. There is a small forest service site with camping and a boat launch. CALLING LAKE • Here is another stocked lake producing rainbows 1 kg and larger throughout the spring and fall. This high elevation lake may surprise you by producing well in summer too, if irrigation drawdown is not excessive. It is excellent for both trolling and fly-fishing.
24 The District of Logan Lake Offi cial Visitor & Informati on Guide FACE LAKE • This stocked lake is best trolled, but fly-fishing There is an open, 50-vehicle, BCFS campsite, which is and spin casting can also produce good results. While motor home accessible and a boat launch is available. fishing is best in spring and fall for the lake’s 1 kg trout, ice fishing is possible in winter. TUNKWA LAKE • This is a popular family lake with good There is a forest service site at the north end of the lake fishing during the year but it can be subject to drawdown in with a boat launch and camping facilities. summer. Trolling in spring or fall is good for rainbows up to 3 kg. Tunkwa Lake Resort offers cabins, tenting campsites and GUMP LAKE • Another jewel in the Logan Lake area, this R.V. sites. clear, shallow, hike-in lake can be a challenge to get to but is worth the effort. The reward? Rainbow trout up to 2 kg. TUPPER LAKE • Good trout fishing during spring and fall for in size. its small, wild rainbows, makes the challenge of accessing this lake (four-wheel drive recommended) worth the effort. MAMETTE LAKE • Easily accessed Mamette Lake offers fair There is a forest service site with a small boat launch at fishing for rainbow trout to 3 kg. This lake also has northern the lake. pikeminnow, large-scale sucker and peamouth chub. Yes, some of these are considered a nuisance by anglers but WALLOPER LAKE • The dark, nutrient-rich waters of this they sure liven up a slow fishing day. popular family lake produce many small, easily caught The boat launch is on the east side of the lake. rainbows to 1/2kg. making it very exciting for the kids. The provincial park offers opportunities for fishing, PASKA LAKE • An excellent population of chironomid, picnicking and small boat launching. A fishing wharf is also caddis, mayfly and dragonfly larvae provide great feed for provided. the stocked rainbow trout up to 1 kg. Spring and fall are the Please note: This is a day use park only and no overnight best fishing times with trolling offering the best results. camping is permitted.
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Disc Golfi ng! Disc golf is a game in which individual players throw a disc into a basket or at a target. The object of the game is to finish the course in the fewest number of throws. One of the fastest growing sports in British Columbia, it is exciting fun for all ages. Logan Lake’s Copper Ridge course built by the WHY has one of the wickedest 18-hole courses you will find anywhere. Challenge yourself with the short, technical stuff and long, Kamloops style holes. To add to the fun, each hole has a local history information sign sponsored by an individual, club or business. Why not bring the whole family and make a day of it? Enjoy wearing yourselves out (and the kids too), then go for a swim and picnic at the lake. What better way to spend a sunny summer day? For more information, or to borrow discs, contact the Logan PHOTOS � DISTRICT OF LOGAN LAKE � DISTRICT OF LOGAN PHOTOS Lake WHY at 250-523-6229
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