For example, there are tours of the Highland Valley copper mine near Logan Lake. This is one of the world's largest open pit mines. On Mission Flats along the Thompson River is the Weyerhaeuser Pulp and Paper operation, also open for public tours. Kamloops has called itself the heart of the west. Not only because of location but this a city known for its big heart and true western hospitality.
People actually like taking to people here.
A rancher may track cattle and inventory on a computer in this modern age but at heart is someone friendly, down to earth and likely to say hello to you while you're standing in line at the grocery store. Speaking of food we could not boast about our friendliness, warm western hospitality and dedication to making your stay in Kamloops a positive experience without talking about food. There are over 125 restaurants in Kamloops. Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Mexican, East Indian and Greek cuisine, many within walking distance of your hotel or motel. You can dine on exquisitely prepared seafood with a panoramic view of the city and river valley set out before you.