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History
Traditionally a company town, Logan Lake has developed into a dynamic, growing community.
The history of the Highland Valley dates back to 1871 when mining prospectors were common to the
area. In 1970, the mining companies, to develop an organized town for the mineworkers and their
families, initiated the construction of housing and support facilities.
In November 1970, the Village of Logan Lake was incorporated. For the next decade the Village
developed quickly; by 1981 there were 2,637 residents, 1,015 dwellings, schools, a shopping mall,
a recreation centre and a number of other services. In June 1983 Logan Lake was incorporated into
a District Municipality.
The recession in the 1980s saw an outflow of residents from Logan Lake, resulting in vacant housing
stock. The District of Logan Lake was very sucessful in an advertising campaign in th late 80s that
drew many people from the Lower Mainland. The current population is estimated at approximately 2300.
Location
Logan Lake is situated in the heart of the Highland Valley, 60 kilometres south of Kamloops via the
Coquihalla Highway on Highway 97D, and 47 kilometres northwest of Merritt via Highway 97C.
Logan Lake sits at an elevation of 1067 metres (3500 feet). In the summer, enjoy warm days and cool
nights. During the winter months, expect a fair amount of snow (an average of 4 feet) and a lot of
sunshine- excellent for cross-country skiing and snowmobiling.
Places to See
- Logan Lake Recreation Centre
The Recreation Centre is the hub for community activities, and includes an ice arena, curling rink,
and weight room. Celebrate an event, host a tournament, or hold a meeting! Very competitive rates are offered.
The Recreation Centre can be found in the middle of the city, just a short walking distance to the downtown
commercial area, where a variety of stores and shops are located. In the summer and fall you can also stroll
along the beautiful, wandering forest trail or take the paved walkway that follows the shore of Logan Lake to
the municipal campground.
Things to Do
- Fishing!
The beautiful Highland Valley is renowned for its excellent fishing. The lakes of the area are teeming with
fish and are considered to have some of the best fishing in the province. With over 30 lakes in the immediate
area, the wide variety makes it easy to find at least one that suits your individual desires. Most of the lakes
offer camping facilities, and some of the larger lakes have commercial resorts that offer cabins and boat rentals.
Some of the most popular lakes in the area are Paska, Tunkwa, Lac Le Jeune, Stake Lake, Leighton, Mamit and of
course, Logan Lake.
- Camping!
Logan Lake Municipal Campground is located 1 kilometre from the business core and half a kilometre from Meadow Creek Golf
Course. The campground offers 34 powers sites, showers, central water, a boat launch, and a 21 metre dock.
- Golfing!
The Meadow Creek Golf Club, situated on the gently rolling hills just east of Logan Lake, is a challenging 9-hole golf
course that complements an array of sporting facilities that can be found in the region.
- Land Sports!
Ball Diamonds, tennis courts, soccer fields, a curling rink, and an ice arena all provide competitive
sporting facilities. Outdoor enthusiasts can also take advantage of mountain biking, hiking, dirt biking, ATV's and horseback
riding on the many trails used for winter recreation.
- Skiing!
The dry snow and open spaces make Logan Lake a cross-country skier's dream. The Logan Lake Ski Trail system is one of the best
in the province, with the trails beginning within the community and extending out into the surrounding wilderness. The trails
range in distance from less than a kilometre to six kilometres, and when combined, offer over 36 kilometres, with two of those
lit for night skiing. The degree of difficulty on these trails can accommodate every caliber of skier from beginners to experts,
with trails groomed for skate and classic skiing.
- Snowmobiling!
Snowmobiling is another popular activity that attracts enthusiasts from all over the region. The crown land surrounding the community
is open to all snowmobilers and offers hundreds of square kilometres for exploration. The main unloading and loading zone is situated
just before the Tunkwa Lake road.
Events
- Logan Lake Polar Carnival
The annual Polar Carnival features a pancake breakfast, races, games, and more!
- Canada Day Celebrations
Come out on Canada Day each year to enjoy a parade, a cake-cutting, a scavenger hunt, a slow pitch tournament,
and fireworks!
- Little Britches Rodeo
Held every July, the Little Britches Rodeo features goat tying, stake races, barrel racing, pole bending,
steer dobbling, calf tying, breakaway roping, dummy roping, and steer riding!
- Miniature Air Show
The annual Miniature Air Show at Morrison Ranch Field features over 40 large scale radio-controlled aircraft, and
is open to all model airplane enthusiasts throughout the Pacfic Northwest.
Notable Comments
- "I like Logan Lake!"
- Delores Clayburn, an enthusiastic eight-year old from Kamloops
Contact Information
District of Logan Lake
P.O. Box 190
Logan Lake, BC V0K 1W0
Phone: 250-523-6225
E-mail: districtofloganlake@ocis.net
Website: http://www.loganlake.ca
Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association
1332 Water Street
Kelowna, BC V1Y 9P4
Phone: 250-860-5999
Toll-Free: 1-800-567-2275
Fax: 250-860-9993
E-mail: info@totabc.com
Website: http://www.totabc.com
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