A reminder that Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc (TteS) does not permit public hiking or trail use on Band lands including non leased reserve lands, and Band owned properties such as Spiyu7ullucw Ranch. These areas are reserved for the exclusive use of TteS membership and are not open to recreational use by the general public; those illegally accessing these lands are trespassing and enforceable under a Band bylaw.
We understand that signs or maps aren’t always clear — but areas such as the grasslands and mountains, property surrounding industrial zones, ranching areas, or residential Band lands are not open for public access beyond road right of ways. These spaces are often mistaken for public land, but they are private and hold cultural, environmental, and safety considerations. If you are unsure, do your own due diligence and research reserve land boundary maps which are readily available. Many of the main access points to reserve lands have no trespassing signage installed.
Please note: while places like the Sun Rivers golf course have public access agreements, that doesn’t apply to surrounding lands or hills off of their lease boundaries.
Please respect “No Trespassing” signage and avoid hiking on band lands. There are dozens of trails in Kamloops area that are open for hiking, please use those. Your respect helps us protect Secwépemc land and ways of life.
