Kamloops
British Columbia
Canada
Park Size: 51 hectaresPark Amenities:
McArthur Island Park is one of the more popular parks in Kamloops, BC located in the Thompson Shuswap region of British Columbia, The park is a recreation, relaxation, activity and sightseeing destination catering to the young and old in the community.
McArthur Island Park rests on the Thompson River. A location providing great river views for many who enjoy cycling, lawn bowling, golfing, sightseeing, jogging, biking, skateboarding, tennis, frisbee, football, picnics, etc.
The island park is 51 hectares. There are flower gardens, trees and open grass fields. A paved 3 kilometre loop trail with viewing benches is a good way to sightsee the park and river. A popular walking route used by hikers, joggers, roller bladders and birdwatchers. The McArthur Island loop path is also a part of the larger 40 kilometre Rivers Trail. A trail exploring nieghbourhoods, lakes, rivers, wetlands and more throughout Kamloops.
The McArthur Island park is also a sporting event destination hosting tournaments. There are 9 baseball diamonds, a BMX track, a golf course and some soccer fields. There is also a skateboard park, picnic park, birdwatching lagoon and a boat launch located in the park.
There are some washrooms in the park available for public use.
McArthur Island Park, Kamloops, BC in the Thompson-Shuswap region of British Columbia, Canada
Address:
McArthur Island Park
12th Street
Kamloops
Canada
How To Get ToMcArthur Island Park
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How to Get Here: Travel west on Victoria. From Victoria Street take a right at Fortune Drive and continue traveling for approximately 3 kilometres. Fortune Drive will intersect with 8th street and Tranquille Drive. Merge onto Tranquille Road. Then take a left at 12th Street. 1 kilometre ahead is the entrance to the park.
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