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This small BC city has the longest curved wooden wharf in North America

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Ready for a trip to a scenic swooden wharf and pier? Shuswap Lake has four arms: Shuswap, Seymour, Anstey, and Salmon – and the latter is home to the longest curved wooden wharf in North America. Yes, we’re talking about Salmon Arm!

The quaint town is also known for its renowned Blues and Roots Festival, and one of only three bird sanctuaries in BC, according to Shuswap Tourism.

The 400+ kilometres of shoreline consist of more than 20 provincial parks, offering unlimited water activities during the warmer months, and providing beautiful cross-country ski trails come wintertime.

As a whole, the Shuswap also happens to be home to the world’s largest sockeye salmon run, typically taking place in October every year.

Boardwalk and wharf

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Known for its scenic boardwalk in Marine Peace Park and restored buildings located at RJ Haney Heritage Park, Salmon Arm is home to a vibrant arts scene and plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities.

Must-visit attractions

Visitors can explore The Enchanted Forest, home of BC’s tallest treehouse – which reopens this coming April.

You can also step back in time at the nearby Three Valley Gap’s Heritage Ghost Town – a former gold mining town of the 1860s with over 25 historical buildings to explore.

So there you have it, Vancouver. Whether you’re planning a winter trip or saving must-visit spots for the seasons to come, Salmon Arm is definitely worth the trip!