mountain ranges connecting the area from Midway in the Kootenays to Hope in the Fraser Canyon. A major feature of the KVR (still in use today) was the Trout Creek Bridge —at 619 feet long and 238 feet high, it was the largest steel girder bridge on the KVR and the third largest in North America at the time it was built in 1913. Te star attraction at the railway is the century old
steam locomotive – the “3716” also named Spirit of Summerland. Tis gleaming piece of steel pulls the train on a 90 minute journey through the beauty of Prairie Valley with its lush orchards, beckoning vineyards and pastureland dotted with sheep and horses. A trip onto the Trout Creek Bridge offers breathtaking views of Okanagan Lake and the canyon below. Live music, historical commentary and observation games for kids make regular tours a memorable experience for the entire family. Te Kettle Valley Steam Railway is also well known
for its Great Train Robbery & BBQ Events – held about every two weeks during summer and fall. It is a must if you want your railway adventure to have the flavour of the old west! On board you’ll be entertained with lively music, dance hall girls and “the sheriff”,
Snowbirds Love Oliver, British Columbia, “The Wine Capital of Canada”, in the South Okanagan
BC Tourism
there to protect
you from the rest of the Garnett Valley Gang as they ride out of the hills to board the train and ask you to hand over your spare change (He hasn’t made an arrest yet!). All money raised goes to charities throughout the South Okanagan. Aſter the thrill of the robbery you head back to Prairie Valley Station for a delicious BBQ dinner and a little more music. Other special event trains include Easter, Mother’s
Day and the Summerland Christmas Express. All special event trains are reservation only. It is also recommended that you book ahead for regular tours as well. Make the Kettle Valley Steam Railway a part of your RV adventure this year! For information on schedule & rates go to
www.kettlevalleyrail.org or call toll free 1-877-494-8424.
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