From Tobiano we can launch our kayaks and canoes into Kamloops Lake and then paddle across the lake for 2.2km to Peregrine Bluffs.   This rocky rib is called Peregrine Bluffs because peregrine falcons nest on the cliffs.   Look for the guano on the rocks for their nests.  The north side of Kamloops Lake is rocky and there are no homes between Frederick and Copper Creek, but the whole route is scenic.

As we paddle west, we pass by the impressive cliffs of Rousseau Hill, then Rousseau Creek Valley.   Continuing along this 7 km route, we pass the remnants of the 18 Mile Ranch (sometimes called 12 Mile) near Jaleslie (a railway name) on an outwash plain.   The hills resume as we travel west to Painted Bluffs.   There will be no one on the shoreline or in the hills above, but we spotted bighorn sheep on a ridge.  Painted Bluffs is a good spot to stop for a break, lunch, and some exploration.   There is a large beach here at low water, but even at high water, it is still a good landing area.

The paddle from Tobiano to Painted Bluffs is 9 km each way.   It is a rewarding route, but care must be taken to go in calm conditions.   Kamloops Lake can have strong afternoon winds.  Kamloops Lake gets little fanfare, but it is a superb paddling lake in good conditions.