For real! Go for a hike. It's great for your health and soul!
I did just that. Last weekend the wife and I went for a nice easy two hour hike on part of the historic Kettle Valley Rail Trail.
This is an easy walk or bike ride with alternate areas for hiking.
This part of the trail is located in Naramata BC Canada. Just a short drive from Penticton BC.
The KVR was opened in 1915 to meet the mining demands of the Southern Interior of BC. Used up until 1961 and then was completely abandoned.
The KVR is an extensive trail that stretches 650 km (400 miles) long.
This trail was used by hikers and mountain bikers for years and was not maintained up until recently. It was basically used at your own risk but now is maintained and safe to use for families and everyone who would like to experience the KVR trail.
Highlights To See along The Trail
- View of Okanagan Lake
- View Of Okanagan Valley Wineries
- Rock Ovens Used By Pioneers To Cook Food
- Little Train Tunnel
Amongst the beautiful scenic views you will find numerous stops where you can sit and rest or even have some lunch etc.
Just a word of caution this is rattlesnake territory so just be careful when venturing around the trail.
Pretty much anywhere along this part of the KVR trail is perfect for taking photos. I probably snapped around 100 photos of this beautiful area.
And we made it to the tunnel!!
This is worth the hike or bike. It's amazing how this was all possible back in the day.
And some more pictures of the tunnel.
Well that was my little adventure I wanted share with all of you. I highly encourage you if you're able bodied to get out and enjoy the outdoors even if it's just a quick trip to your local park.
Take a break from the busy life and enjoy a few peaceful moments for yourself.
Wishing everyone great health and be prosperous as you can be!!