Hostel HI - Shuswap Lake
HI - Shuswap Lake
229 Trans-Canada Highway
Squilax
V0E 1M1 Shuswap Lake
Canada
Tel.
(250) 675 2977
Fax.
(250) 675 2977
Located in the historic Squilax General Store, the HI-Shuswap Lake Hostel sits on the shores of Shuswap Lake, one of BC's most popular summer vacation destinations for swimming, canoeing, horseback riding, whitewater rafting and hiking. Situated halfway between Banff and Vancouver, the hostel is in an ideal location for a stopover. We are in a wilderness setting but have hot running water, as well as a campfire pit and a native style sauna. The hostel dorm rooms are in three converted Canadian National Cabooses (rail cars). The private rooms are in the main building.
As we are located directly on the lake, there is a wharf and free use of our canoe, as well as free use of a hiking self guided kit (daypack, binoculars, plant, bird and mammal guide books). A short walk or canoe ride through the forest will take you to a beaver's lodge (yes, the real animal!). Local events include rodeos, music festivals, Pow Wows (native drumming and dance competitions), and the Adam's River Salmon Spawning run. Organic grocery store on site. Tenting also available. Hostel pets on site. Hostel check-in is in the General Store. Ring doorbell on store door.
As we are located directly on the lake, there is a wharf and free use of our canoe, as well as free use of a hiking self guided kit (daypack, binoculars, plant, bird and mammal guide books). A short walk or canoe ride through the forest will take you to a beaver's lodge (yes, the real animal!). Local events include rodeos, music festivals, Pow Wows (native drumming and dance competitions), and the Adam's River Salmon Spawning run. Organic grocery store on site. Tenting also available. Hostel pets on site. Hostel check-in is in the General Store. Ring doorbell on store door.
Hostel bed capacity
| Beds per room: |  |
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Total beds |
| Number of rooms: | 2 | 3 | 24 |
Opening times
| Opening times (daily/weekly): | 5 pm to 10 pm daily (arrangements can be made for early check but must make prior arrangements with hostel). Summer: noon to 10pm |
| Opening times (over the year): | All year |
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | Unofficial Greyhound bus stop. Bus will stop right in front of the hostel since it is right on Highway #1. Ask driver to be let off at Squilax (between Chase and Sorrento). For fares and schedules, refer to the town of Chase. |
| Parking: | Plenty of parking available on site. Please use store parking to check in. Once you are registered, hostel staff will let you know where to park. |
| Location: | Right on Highway #1, halfway between Vancouver and Banff. We are 65km east of Kamloops; 10km east of Chase; 45km west of Salmon Arm or 8km west of Sorrento. |
Attractions
 | Cultural centre nearby | | Museums/art galleries nearby |
| Historical sites nearby | | River/harbour/lake nearby |
| Hiking area | | Main attractions nearby |
| Swimming pool at or near hostel | | Forested/wooded area |
| Horseriding at or near hostel | | Restaurants nearby |
| Shopping centre/market nearby | | Hostel with a difference |
| Leisure facilities nearby | | Beach at or near hostel |
| Winter sports | | Mountainous/hilly area |
Facilities
 | Discounts and concessions available |  | Family rooms available |
 | Hostel open 24h |  | Sheets for hire |
 | TV room |  | Self-catering kitchen |
 | Groups welcome |  | Common room(s) |
 | Sheets in price |  | Sauna |
 | Laundry facilities |  | Cycle rental available at or near the hostel |
 | Internet access |  | Credit card accepted |
 | Meals available |  | Games room |
 | Individual traveller welcome |  | Luggage Store |
 | Lockers available |  | Non smoking room/area |
 | Basic store available at or near the hostel |  | Garden |
 | Green Hostel |  | Playground |
 | Sports |  | Rates include local tax |
 | Cycle store at Hostel |  | BBQ |
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