As part of the long-term vision for the Kettle Valley
Railway Trail to be a vibrant, world-class recreation destination,
the Province is investing over $100,000 to upgrade the trail between
Naramata and Little Tunnel.

The project includes a new high-quality tread surface for a 6-
kilometre portion of the trail. The upgrade will be completed this
fall to take advantage of funding and resources available through
this year’s budget for recreation site and trail maintenance and
improvements. Work is expected to start towards the end of the month.

A decision regarding motorized vehicle use of the trail in the
Naramata area has not yet been made. The Province will make a final
decision regarding motorized use of the trail in the Naramata area –
from Glenfir Trailhead to Little Tunnel – after an assessment of the
public safety and liability aspects of allowing continued highway
vehicle use is complete.

Motorized recreation remains an important backcountry activity, and
the Province is committed to high-quality recreational trail
opportunities for all trail users. The provincial rail trails network
across southern B.C. makes up more than half of the 1,600-kilometre
Trans Canada Trail. These trails hold significant potential benefits
for trail users and communities along the trail, including both
improved quality of life for residents, and increased tourism
revenue.