BR - KVR Access Traditional Cache
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This cache is placed at one of the Kettle Valley Railroad (KVR) access points. You will find a parking area, several picnic tables and signage showing the KVR route. From here you can drive, walk or bike the KVR and enjoy the stunning views of Okanagan Lake.
The CPR's Kettle Valley Railroad began carrying freight and passengers from 1915. The last passenger train was in 1964 and the last scheduled train went through the valley in 1973. The province purchased the rail corridor from the CPR in 1990. Since then hundreds of volunteers have worked to add boardwalks and railings to the trestle bridges to make the former railway accessible and safe for hikers of all ages. The Provincial Rails to Trails network is a vital link along the Trans Canada Trail. For more information ... http://www.kettlevalleyrailway.ca/
This Back Roads (BR) cache is placed along the 20 kms of back roads from Naramata to Kelowna. Enter the road from the south at N 49 39.631 W 119 36.357. Continue along Chute Lake Road and the KVR until you turn onto the Forestry Road at N 49 45.375 W 119 27.045. Then enter Kelowna's Mission area at N 49 47.326 W 119 30.034. These roads are not maintained on a regular basis and the road conditions can vary from smooth to bumpy. When we placed the cache the KVR was in great shape, the forestry road was a little rough and pretty dusty. There are some narrow stretches where you might have to give way to oncoming vehicles or to some cows – this is open grazing land. Drive slowly and enjoy the views.
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