Location: Junction of Highways 5, 5A, 8 and 97C; 90 km to Kamloops; 125 km to Kelowna; 274 km to Vancouver (via the Coquihalla Highway). Population: 7,850. Visitors Information: InfoCentre, Bailie House at 2250 Voght Street; Phone (250) 378-4224.
Merritt is located in the heart of the scenic Nicola Valley, at the hub of several major highway routes, each leading to a variety of scenic and recreational opportunities. The many lakes, beaches and campgrounds provide for excellent fishing, boating, water skiing, jet skiing, sailing and camping. There are numerous hiking trails and cross-country skiing is fantastic.
Merritt provides a full range of accommodations and services for the traveler in an incomparable natural setting. The Rockin' River Music Fest, a family oriented celebration attended annually by over 50,000 people, is held every August.
