This corridor is one of the most dynamic routes in canada, with some truly impressive scenery and spectacular views. Feb 01, 2011 the kettle valley railway and its many connectors offer the cyclist everything from easy dayriding to multiday adventures through the magnificent scenery of southern british columbia between midway and hope. We have been nominated for the best of kelowna 2018. Biking the kettle valley railway trail family adventures in. Please note, the station is a museum, not a cycling information centre. Cycling the kvr the lone wolf adventure loping southwards the finale. This is really the only book that provides detailed info about the kvr. Cycling this trail is truly a challenging venture that unfolds over the expanse of place and time. The kettle valley railway reporting mark kv was a subsidiary of the canadian pacific railway that operated across southern british columbia, west of midway running to rock creek, then north to myra canyon, down to penticton over to princeton, coalmont, brookmere, coquihalla and finally hope where it connected to the main cpr line it opened in 1915 and was abandoned in portions beginning in. Please click the link, click on sports category and choose best bicycle shop and keep the nominations going for kettle valley railway cycling co. We have helped hundreds from around the globe experience the kettle valley rail trail challenging though some sections can be, you can be assured of support, detailed information and a comfortable place to rest along the way and plenty of good food to sustain you. In the book cycling the kettle valley, dan langford wrote that one could bike from castlegar to hope over 700km along these abandoned railway lines and that it would be a historical journey. One of the premier rail trails in north america, it contains spectacular sections through impressive canyons requiring tunnels and trestles to carry the railbed through.
Back then, much of the right of way was used by ranchers and people used atvs on the right of way. Abandoned railway corridors hold unparalleled opportunities as recreational trails, and the kettle valley railway is no exception. Cycling the kettle valley railway exlib by langford, sandra. Myra canyon kettle valley railway kvr lets go biking. The kettle valley museum is the former railway station of the trail. Myra canyonafter the okanagan mountain fire march 21, 2008 trail is now open. The kettle valley steam railway showcases a unique part of the okanagans and british columbias history. We rent bikes, child carriers and helmets in kelowna and have cycling items for retail as well. Start from the east entrance at myra station and ride west seeing as many of the trestles and tunnels as time and little l. Kvr trail kettle valley railway recreational trail british columbia. The myra canyon is one of the most exciting and scenic bike rides in bc.
Trip planning kettle valley rail trail bc rail trails. Download free ebook cycling the kettle valley railway. Along this route, cyclists will journey through time exploring both the natural and human history of the region, as well as discovering the contemporary beauty of the land and people. The kettle valley rail kvr trail is made up of more than 500 km of bike trail across mountainous terrain, plains, river valleys, lake shore and forest. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. This worldrenowned guidebook includes detailed maps, safety tips, historic information. I was single, carefree and decided to make my way by bus with my bike from vancouver to midway, the starting point of the kettle valley section of. With over 15,000 copies sold, cycling the kettle valley. History, map, links to other kvr and related sites, book list and a list of museums and societies related to the kvr. I would suspect that, like many trails, codntions will depend on weather. Although information might be a bit dated, its still a useful resource. An exlibrary book and may have standard library stamps andor stickers. The kettle valley railway reporting mark kv was a subsidiary of the canadian pacific railway that operated across southern british columbia, west of midway running to rock creek, then north to myra canyon, down to penticton over to princeton, coalmont, brookmere, coquihalla and finally hope where it connected to the main cpr line.
Kettle valley railway cycling tour the kettle valley railway kvr is well known in the okanagan region for the scenic viewpoints of the lakes, the mountains and wildlife. Cycling the kettle valley railway book vancouver public. From the web site and word of mouth i found out a fourth edition has been written but could not be printed in. Kettle valley railway cycling tour blog epic cycling. Jan 15, 20 cycling the kettle valley railway spectacular sections klaus gattner. Cycling the kettle valley railway ebook by dan langford. One of the premier rail trails in north america, it contains spectacular sections through impressive canyons requiring tunnels and. Kvr trail kettle valley railway recreational trail. With over 15,000 copies sold, cycling the kettle valley has proven to be a remarkable resource for anyone interested in the stunning abandoned railbed located in the southern interior of british columbia. Cycling the kettle valley railway with over 15,000 copies sold, cycling the kettle valley has proven to be a remarkable resource for anyone interested in the stunning abandoned railbed located in the southern interior of british columbia. Kettle valley railway cycling tour epic cycling cycling. Buy the paperback book cycling the kettle valley railway.
This book,incidently is a must requirement when cycling the kvr. On this section of the kettle valley railway there are 16 wood trestles, 2 steel bridges, and 2 tunnels. Cycling the kettle valley railway by dan langford nook book. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. From wild rivers to ranchlands, alpine lakes to vineyards and orchards the kvr offers beautiful and diverse scenery bring your camera. The kettle valley railway and its many connectors offer the cyclist everything from easy dayriding to multiday adventures through the magnificent scenery of southern british columbia between midway and hope. If youd prefer a guided bike tour you have several options giro okanagan cycling adventures, kettle valley railway cycling company and cheers. Apr, 2017 if biking the kettle valley railway isnt on your bucket list, it needs to be. Sep 16, 2016 cycling the kettle valley railway mention rail trail to any cyclist and they will smile at the thought of easy climbs and low grades. Our trip was troublefree because of all her hard work. The kettle valley railway was an engineering achievement and a financial success for 45 years 19161961. Tunnels and trestles are what cyclists remember most about the spectacular 600 kmlong kettle valley railway one of the premier rail trails in canada. The kvr trail is the longest rail trail network in bc.
The official start, or mile 0 of the kvr is in midway, bc. Cycling the kettle valley railway by dan langford, sandra langford. A couple hiking over one of the trestle bridges overlooking myra canyon on the kettle valley railway. Third edition can you guess which first edition cover the image above comes from. In its heyday, it carried thousands of passengers and tons of freight, bringing prosperity to towns like hope, which was an important station and maintenance hub.
Bike the kettle valley railway myra canyon in kelowna. Jan 01, 2002 buy cycling the kettle valley railway 3rd revised edition by langford, dan, langford, sandra isbn. I would be happy to send you more information or photos to accompany your post. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. No myra canyon is about midway through the carmi subdivision section of the kvr.
If you have a service or business along the trail or know of one that is not listed in the book or on this web site please let us. The first step in preparation is to obtain the most recent edition of dan langfords book, cycling the kettle valley railway. Kettle valley bike tours from rock creek to penticton kvr shuttle service kvr rail trail when you book any of our selfguided kvr cycle tours, a shuttle from penticton to midway or rock creek is already included in the cost of your tour. However, watch for glass and foreign objects pieces of wood in. Cycling the kettle valley railway 0921102542 by langford. As is typical for railway beds, the grade never exceeds 2. Hotels near kettle valley railway cycling co, kelowna on tripadvisor. This worldrenowned guidebook includes detailed maps, safety tips, historic information, a listing of accommodations and a kilometre by.
Hiking or biking the kettle valley rail trail is a great way to travel through british columbias wild spaces and the provinces history. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. Myra canyon is busy with cyclists and hikers on weekends, and campgrounds tend to fill up quickly. The 3rd edition of cycling thekettle valley railway is now availible in stores.
For those looking for a familyfriendly day trip, here are five places you. In theory biking the kettle valley railway from castlegar in eastern british columbia to hope which lies about two hours east of vancouver is possible but count on the better part of two weeks if you plan to do that. The kettle valley railway is an abandoned railway bed that runs about 600 kilometres through southcentral bc between midway and hope. North west out of princeton the trail is in excellent riding condition. One of the premier rail trails in north america, it contains spectacular sections through impressive canyons requiring tunnels and trestles. For those looking to extend their cycling adventure, join noble adventures on the for an additional 2 nights and 3 days as you ride along another spectacular section of the kettle valley railway from pentiction to princeton, b. Cycling on some paved roads and the unpaved kettle valley railway trails, whose surface varies from smooth hardpack to loose gravel. Cycling the kettle valley railway dan langford, sandra. If biking the kettle valley railway isnt on your bucket list, it needs to be. Bike myra canyon on the amazing kettle valley railway hike. Preparation for the tour this tour will take us over more than 460 km of rail trail over 4 mountain ranges. The 10 closest hotels to kettle valley railway cycling co.
Pdf cycling the kettle valley railway pdf book free. Once a railway line, the kvr is now an amazing place to go biking and hiking on a converted rail bed thats part of the trans canada trail. You can experience the trail on your own or as part of an organized tour. One trail that has been on our wishlist for many a moon is the kettle valley rail trail located in central, southern british columbia. Sandra langford the kettle valley railway and its many connectors offer the cyclist everything from easy dayriding to multiday adventures through the magnificent scenery of southern british columbia between midway. We want to insure that everyone is included on this web site and in up coming editions of cycling the kettle valley railway. We cycled the myra canyon section, located just off mcculloch road in kelowna, bc aptly named after andrew mcculloch, who began construction of the railway system in 1910.
One of the premier rail trails in north america, it contains spectacular sections through impressive canyons requiring tunnels and trestles to. Cycling the kettle valley railway by dan langford, sandra. Built during 1910 1915, the kvr kootenay to coast connection powered our pioneer fruit industry into world markets, transported our families on vacations and errands. Buy cycling the kettle valley railway by dan langford, sandra langford online at alibris. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel.
Kettle valley rail trail bc cycling kvr cycle tours. Myra canyon bike rentals also contacted me and had this to say. Its a great spot to cycle with no grades more than 4% and nicely maintained by the community. The kettle valley railway is broken into subdivisions or sections with a total length of approximately 600 kilometres. One of the premier rail trails in north america, it contains spectacular sections. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders.
Biking the kettle valley railway in the okanagan hike. Big deals cycling the kettle valley railway most wanted. Located right below the famous myra canyon and kettle valley railway trail kvr, myra canyon adventure park is fun for. Cycling the kettle valley railway british columbia is home to a 600 km system of abandoned railway beds this is heaven for anyone looking for a gentle but adventurous spin. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. When i started touring the kettle valley railway in the late 90s, much of the right of way was actually drivable by vehicle. Cycling the kettle valley railway spectacular sections. Mileages used are from cycling the kettle valley railway by dan and sandra langford. Cycling the kettle valley railway ebook por dan langford. There is a bike rental on the parking place on the end of the myra forest road. Kettle valley railway bike ride august 11, 2018 hope. This tour will take us over more than 460 km of rail trail over 4 mountain ranges.
Buy cycling the kettle valley railway 3rd revised edition by langford, dan, langford, sandra isbn. Tunnels and trestles are what cyclists remember most about the spectacular 600 kmlong kettle valley railwayone of the premier rail trails in canada. In fact it was john whites book driving the kettle valley railway that really got me started in the kvr. Kettle valley railway adventure cycling association. Jan 10, 1997 cycling the kettle valley railway book. Accessories such as cd, codes, toys, may not be included. Cycling the kettle valley railway mention rail trail to any cyclist and they will smile at the thought of easy climbs and low grades. How to describe how that swim felt yesterday, or how delicious that real things pizza and cannery brewery beer tasted yesterday. Cycling the kettle valley railway myra canyon clip 14. The kettle valley railway kvr is an abandoned railbed located in southern british columbia between midway and hope. One of the premier rail trails in north america, it contains spectacular sections through impressive canyons requiring tunnels and trestles to carry the railbed through rock ridges and across. You and sandra are such champions for the kettle valley railway i happen to have your book right in front of me. Make reservations or plan on arriving at campsites earlier in the day.
Cycling the kettle valley railway was written by dan and sandra langford in 1994, and we bought the most recent revision from 2002. Faq about cycling the kvr kettle valley rail trail. Read more, spend less cycling the kettle valley railway by. Possible ex library copy, will have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Biking the kettle valley railway in the okanagan hike bike. One of the things we most wanted to do in the okanagan on vacation this summer was to bike the kettle valley railway kvr trail. With over 15000 copies sold, cycling the kettle valley has proven to be a remarkable resource for anyone interested in the stunning abandoned railbed located.
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