Construction on the Splatsin te Secwépemc/Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail is ongoing, and most of the 50-kilometre route is not yet open to the public.
The Regional District of North Okanagan said in a statement it is reminding residents about current access, construction progress and trail etiquette.
“While some short sections are available for walking and cycling, most of the corridor remains closed due to ongoing construction, safety concerns and required environmental work,” the statement said.
The district said about 19.8 kilometres are open, spread across three disconnected segments:
Sicamous to Mara Lake (km 0.5–14.8): Open with caution and subject to periodic closures due to erosion repairs and nearby highway bridge construction. Access is limited, and users must obey all posted signage. Park in Sicamous and check ferry access options (April to September).
Enderby–Splatsin pilot section (km 35.5–40.5): A completed test section offering a short out-and-back experience. Trailhead parking is available at Belvidere Park in Enderby.
Armstrong–Lansdowne Road (km 49.15–50.15): A one-kilometre completed segment providing a safer alternative to Highway 97A.
There is no through travel between these sections, and access to Mara Lake and areas north of km 0.5 remains closed.
The district said most of the trail remains under construction.
“Funding is in place to complete most of the trail by the end of 2026, but the final 6.5 km section still depends on additional funding approvals,” the district said. “Until construction is finished, trail users should expect closures, detours, and changing access conditions and should check for updates before visiting.”
Trail users are also reminded to keep dogs on a leash at all times. Failure to comply may result in dogs being prohibited from the trail.
