China Ridge Trails
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About China Ridge Trails
A rugged, community-driven plateau in the Similkameen Valley known for its vast network of cross-country tracks and wild ridge views.
Highlights
- Nordic ski loops
- Rolling forest trails
- Backcountry tranquility
- High-plateau vistas
Key Facts
- Altitude: 1343m
- Ski lifts: 1
- Lakes nearby: 15
Ski Area
Weather and 9-day forecast for China Ridge Trails
- Today: 5 to 8 °C, drizzle, 1 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 2853 m (2430 to 3170 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1 | 5 / 8 °C | drizzle | dry | 1 h sun |
| Fri, Oct 2 | 6 / 12 °C | overcast | dry | 2 h sun |
| Sat, Oct 3 | 2 / 17 °C | overcast | dry | 3 h sun |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 2 / 20 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 7 h sun |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 5 / 18 °C | overcast | dry | 2 h sun |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 3 / 14 °C | overcast | dry | 1 h sun |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 1 / 18 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 6 h sun |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 3 / 20 °C | clear sky | dry | 9 h sun |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 2 / 10 °C | drizzle | dry | 1 h sun |
Things to do in China Ridge Trails
Hikes nearby — China Ridge Trails (2)
2 curated hiking trails around China Ridge Trails, sourced from OpenStreetMap and enriched with distance, elevation gain and difficulty.
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Rail Trail
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Fireman Trail
Getting to China Ridge Trails
Door-to-door travel times as used by the MR. ALPS ranking.
- Nearest airport: Penticton Airport (YYF), 73 km away, about 2h10 by road
Where to stay in China Ridge Trails
7 places to stay for a night on 2026-10-02, from 91 EUR per night, median 113 EUR. Prices are direct with hotels and destinations, compared live on the China Ridge Trails page.