Communities Of The Shuswap

Map of the Shuswap, BC

Salmon Arm real estate

Population:  17,000 (approx)

Elevation:  358 m

Government:  Incorporated in 1905 local government consists of a mayor and 6 councillors that serve 3 year terms with the latest election year being held in November 2011.

Location:  The city of Salmon Arm is located on the southernmost shoreline of Shuswap Lake.  It is the largest urban centre in the Columbia Shuswap Regional District and serves as the commercial, cultural and administrative hub for the Shuswap Lake region.  Situated at the junction of the Trans Canada Highway and Highway 97B the city is located at the halfway point between Vancouver and Calgary (5-6 hour drive) and about an hour and a half drive to the Kelowna and its International Airport to the south or Kamloops to the west. Salmon Arm is also located on the main CPRail line.

Emergency Services:  Call 9-1-1 for police, fire and ambulance services

  • RCMP Station: Local number 250-832-6044, street address – 1980 11 Ave NE
  • Fire Department: Volunteer service with paid on call members at 4 firehalls strategically located through the community.
  • Ambulance Service: A station for the BC Ambulance Service is located at 3290 10th Ave NE.

Health Care:  Shuswap Lake General Hospital provides acute and long term care for the residents of Salmon Arm and the surrounding region. According to the Interior Health website this hospital is a “Level 2” which provides the following services:

  • 24 hour emergency services with registered nurse triage
  • obstetrical care
  • some core physician specialties such as internal medicine and low complexity general surgery including ambulatory care day surgery.
Anglemont real estate

Anglemont real estate

Anglemont real estate in the popular North Shuswap area of the BC interior. The community of Anglemont lies north of Squilax-Anglemont Rd with most homes offering views of Shuswap Lake. Whether you’re looking for a summer cabin, a full time home or a lot to build on, we’re confident you can find it Anglemont. Most people choose to buy a lot, then build on it though you can choose a condo on the waterfront if you’re looking for more maintenance-free lifestyle.

Blind Bay real estate

blind bay real estate

You’ll find Blind Bay real estate nestled along the Southern shore of Shuswap Lake’s main arm, east of Sorrento and 25 km north of Salmon Arm. You’ll find absolutely gorgeous lakefront homes on large lots, along with single-family homes boasting stunning views of Shuswap Lake. As well there are many lots for sale as well as cabins and cottages if you’re looking for a summer retreat.

Celista Real Estate

celista real estate

Celista is a small town set amongst picturesque backdrops on the north shores of the Shuswap Lake. The local school is North Shuswap Elementary school, which has grades one to seven and has an annual enrollment of just over 100 students. This region teems with outdoor adventure activities such as hiking, mountain biking, golfing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, and of course, there are the water sports as well. In recent years the exploding tourism industry has taken over and the majority of the residences are now owned for summer use only. Residents will be quick to tell visitors that summer days are best spent boating, swimming and fishing in the clear waters of Shuswap Lake.

Notable establishments within the community include: Celista Hall, (used to host local meetings and a display of local musical talent), Celista Estate Winery, Kokopelli Internet Café, Sunnyside Supermarket, Naomi’s Beads and Sun Beach Water Sports Equipment. There is also a community skating rink during the winter on Meadow Creek Road, and is home to the world-famous Sockeye salmon run on the Adams River.

Neighbouring Communities: Anglemont, Lee Creek, Magna Bay, Scotch Creek, St. Ives

Things to do in Celista:, Fishing, Boating, Kayaking, Hiking, Swimming, Water sports, Camping

Eagle Bay real estate

eagle bay real estate

You’ll find Blind Bay real estate nestled along the Southern shore of Shuswap Lake’s main arm, east of Sorrento and 25 km north of Salmon Arm. You’ll find absolutely gorgeous lakefront homes on large lots, along with single-family homes boasting stunning views of Shuswap Lake. As well there are many lots for sale as well as cabins and cottages if you’re looking for a summer retreat.

Enderby real estate

Enderby Real estate

Enderby is a city that’s located south of Salmon Arm along Hwy 97A. You’ll find a wide array of real estate with everything from luxury acreages to single-family homes to agricultural land to vacant land and property waiting for you to build your dream home. Enderby is situated along the Shuswap River which provides a host of recreation for residents, while the surrounding area has an abundance of green space and parks.

Scotch Creek real estate

scotch creek real estate

Scotch Creek real estate is found on the north side of Shuswap Lake in the region known as the North Shuswap, which is a large recreation area located off Squilax-Anglemont Rd. Scotch Creek is the largest town on the north side of the lake and it’s about 54 minutes from Salmon Arm. Many people live year-round in Scotch Creek, but it is a summer recreation area if you’re looking for a holiday cabin or cottage. You will also find land for sale in Scotch if you’re thinking about building a cabin.

Sicamous real estate

sicamous real estate

Located at the eastern edge of the Shuswap area of BC, Sicamous is often called the Houseboat capital of the world and has more than 1,000km of shoreline surrounding it as it sits at the intersection of Shuswap and Mara Lake. You’ll find luxury lakeside homes, vacant lots to build your cabin on, and gorgeous single-family homes surrounded by mature trees and panoramic mountain vistas.

Sorrento real estate

sorrento real estate

You’ll find Sorrento real estate located along the Trans Canada Hwy., 28 km northwest of Salmon Arm on beautiful western section Shuswap Lake in the BC Interior. Situated on the south shore of the lake, the town is a fantastic recreation or retirement community. People flock to cabins and nearby campgrounds in the summer to capitalize on the fantastic weather in the area. Sorrento has amazing single-family homes, lakefront acreages and vacant land to build on.



Tappen real estate

tappen real estate

Tappen is across the lake from Salmon Arm. The community is off the Transcanada Highway and features open pastures with large acreages and hobby farms. You can also find some larger farms in the area if you’re looking to work the land. This rural area is close to all the city amenities in Salmon Arm and the lake is nearby as well, so it’s quick and easy to get the boat into the water if you’re looking to spend a day at the lake.

White Lake real estate

white lake real estate

Nestled in British Columbia’s scenic mountains, some twenty-two kilometres north of Salmon Arm, and about seven kilometres north-east off the Trans-Canada Highway on White Lake Road, you will find White Lake and Little White Lake. White Lake has crystal clear water, large areas of marl shoals and Rainbow Trout Nestled in British Columbia’s scenic mountains, some twenty-two kilometres north of Salmon Arm, and about seven kilometres north-east off the Trans-Canada Highway on White Lake Road, you will find White Lake and Little White Lakeknown to exceed ten pounds. The combination of those attributes that have built the lake a reputation for excellent recreational rainbow trout fishing – it is one of the top three angling lakes in the province in terms of angler days. White Lake is popular for fly fishing and trolling in the summer, and also for ice fishing during the winter. The Western Painted Turtle is the only native pond turtle left in British Columbia and therefore makes up an important component of the Lake’s biodiversity. Painted Turtles typically occupy the shallow water zones of ponds, lakes, sloughs and slow moving streams. A dirt road runs the length of the lake along the north side. About half way down the lake is White Lake Provincial Park.

Notable establishments in the community include: White Lake Organics, Cedar Grove Nature Retreat, White Lake Community Hall, Sunny Shore Fishing Resort.

Neighbouring Communities: Blind Bay, Balmoral, Eagle Bay, Tappen, Salmon Arm, Sorrento, Sunny Brae

The trademarks REALTOR®, REALTORS®, and the REALTOR® logo are controlled by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and identify real estate professionals who are member’s of CREA. The trademarks MLS®, Multiple Listing Service® and the associated logos are owned by CREA and identify the quality of services provided by real estate professionals who are members of CREA. Used under license.