"Land of fruit and honey" Keremeos by Darby2

Keremeos Travel Guide: 5 reviews and 38 photos

Between Cawston and Richter Pass - Keremeos

The Similkimeen valley

The warm sunny climate of the Similkameen Valley is ideal for growing the finest tree fruits in the province. For more info: Keromeos

I took a trip here on Easter weekend, just as some of the orchards were beginning to bloom.

By all means, browse through my travlogues to get a feel for the place in springtime.

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Near Cawston

Richter Pass ranch area

Highway 3 winds its way over the Richter Pass between Osoyoos and Cawston. On the way you pass by Spotted Lake...a sight not to be forgotten, there's nothing else like it anywhere on earth.

Last visit to Keremeos: Apr 2006
Intro Updated May 2, 2006
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Reviews (4)

Fruit stands Favorites (1)

There are more than two dozen roadside fruit stands in Keremeos...but I think Parson's has to take the cake as the most... more travel advice

Spotted Lake Off The Beaten Path (2)

The desert-like climate in this area has created some unusual bodies of water. This small shallow pond has some unusualy... more travel advice

Beware of the prickly pear cactus! Warnings Or Dangers (1)

To the uninitated tourist and traveller, these little gems can do a nasty number on you. I was wading through some fresh... more travel advice

The old Grist Mill Off The Beaten Path (2)

Be sure to visit the old grist mill on the Upper Bench Road.. It dates from 1877 and was used to grind grain in the... more travel advice

Travelogues (2)

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Comments (3)

nickandchris Nov 4, 2008 at 3:44 AM Report Abuse

Great photos of beautiful scenery.
sourbugger Jan 13, 2007 at 8:31 AM Report Abuse

yet another interesting couple of tips
Anchovy56 Jul 10, 2006 at 6:50 AM Report Abuse

Not sure where upper and lower Earth is. I just know that sometimes I feel just like a sandwich...