Salmon Arm travel guide
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You're Going to Love Salmon Arm
With a population of 16,205, Salmon Arm is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Salmon Arm to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Salmon Arm
If you’re looking for affordable options, MR MIKES - Salmon Arm (1035 Lakeshore Dr SW) and Table 24 Restaurant (1460 Trans Canada Hwy NE) are great picks.
When to visit Salmon Arm
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Salmon Arm in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 3.2″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Salmon Arm, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.
How to Get to Salmon Arm
Plane
Although Salmon Arm doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kamloops (YKA), which is located 50 miles from Salmon Arm. The shortest flight to Salmon Arm from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 28m.
Car
Another option to get to Salmon Arm is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 195 miles from Salmon Arm. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Salmon Arm, including Rider Express, Ebus and Bus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Salmon Arm takes 260 miles and will cost you around $88. From Vancouver, the ticket costs about $126 for a journey of 325 miles.
Airlines serving Salmon Arm
Where to stay in Salmon Arm
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn & Suites and SureStay Plus Hotel By Best Western Salmon Arm.
Where to stay in popular areas of Salmon Arm
Most booked hotels in Salmon Arm
Renting a car in Salmon Arm
Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Salmon Arm (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58. The most frequently booked car type in Salmon Arm is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.