Explore Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada, with this interactive street and satellite map. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above the map to switch views. You can “grab” the map and drag it to re-centre it, or use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out to street-level detail.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the Canada Base Map with Toporama contours — plus shaded relief, a labelled UTM grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below. You will find live weather, local and world news further down the page.
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This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Kamloops, British Columbia. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture to zoom in and out.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen for a larger view. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key on your keyboard, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
Drag the map to pan to any area of British Columbia or beyond. Switch to Satellite view to see high-resolution aerial photography of Kamloops and surrounding areas, including streets, buildings, parks and waterways.
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the Canada Base Map from Natural Resources Canada with Toporama contours layered over it — the CanVec topographic data behind the printed NTS sheets, and the mapping used for hiking, hunting, canoe routes and back-country travel. Relief shows shaded relief and hypsometric tints. The search box finds any Canadian town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Kamloops.
Reading the map like a paper NTS sheet. Click Grid to overlay the UTM grid, labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass — which matters in Canada, where declination runs from about 20 degrees west in Newfoundland to 20 degrees east in the Yukon.
Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a UTM/MGRS grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — the grid reference being what Canadian search and rescue work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.
Map search is available for a limited number of queries per session to manage costs. Be specific — search precisely for best results.
| Place | Kamloops |
| Type | City |
| Province / Territory | British Columbia (BC) |
| Location | Kamloops Division Yale Land District |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 50.675833 |
| Longitude | -120.339444 |
| Population | 97,902 |
| Postal Code (FSA) | V2E |
| Area Code | 236, 250, 604, 672, 778 |
| Importance | Major city |
| CGN ID | JAFNW |
Kamloops is a city in Kamloops Division Yale Land District, British Columbia, Canada. It is classified as a major city. Kamloops is located at 50.6758°N, 120.3394°W.
Kamloops occupies a distinct position where the land rises toward the Dufferin Hill, cradled by the expansive waters of Kamloops Lake and the currents of the South Thompson River. It lies 66.7 km east of Ashcroft, BC (from Ashcroft, BC: bearing 94°T), and is situated 12.1 km west of Dallas. The light here at dusk possesses a sharp, golden clarity, casting long shadows across the dry, rugged slopes that define the horizon. This terrain, situated within the Kamloops Division Yale Land District, holds a quiet intensity in its arid air, feeling vast and weathered under the wide sky. Beyond the immediate settlement, the landscape maintains a sparse, resilient beauty, with the McQueen Creek Ecological Reserve resting only sixteen kilometers away as a reminder of the quiet, undisturbed reaches of the interior. The history of Kamloops began at the confluence of waterways, serving as a natural meeting point that drew travelers and settlers who recognized the strategic value of the riverbanks. Early growth followed the movement of goods and people, turning a localized hub into a vital node for those navigating the interior of the province. Over the decades, the settlement expanded outward from the South Thompson River, building its foundations upon the steady, purposeful labor of those who recognized the potential in such a junction. The architecture of the older streets reflects a practical, enduring spirit, holding the memory of early mercantile days when the arrival of supplies meant the survival and prosperity of the outpost. Economic life in Kamloops thrives through a blend of industry and service, acting as a primary engine for the surrounding region. The presence of the South Thompson River remains central to this vitality, supporting sectors that range from manufacturing to logistics, all while providing the necessary resources for a growing population. Daily life moves with a steady, industrious pulse, as residents engage in work that bridges the gap between raw resource management and the needs of a modern center. This focus on productivity creates a grounded atmosphere, where the prosperity of the region is measured by the consistent activity of its workers and the ongoing development of its commercial infrastructure. Cultural life in Kamloops is anchored by institutions of higher learning that bring a youthful, inquisitive energy to the streets, balancing the seasoned character of the older districts. The calendar fills with events that draw neighbors together, fostering a sense of shared purpose that persists regardless of the season. Notable figures, including athletes like hockey player Shane Doan, have emerged from the local environment, carrying the influence of the region into the wider world. Whether walking through the neighborhoods that climb toward Dufferin Hill or observing the quiet currents of the South Thompson River, one senses a community that values its own specific identity, shaped by the land and the people who have made Kamloops their home.
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Explore Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 50.675833, -120.339444. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.
Detailed location data for Kamloops includes the postal code (V2E), telephone area code (236, 250, 604, 672, 778). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any Canadian town, county or landmark by name; offers the Canada Base Map with Toporama contours and shaded relief as base layers; overlays a labelled UTM grid so the map can be read like a printed NTS sheet; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a UTM/MGRS grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data for Kamloops is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.
| Page generated | October 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; Canada Base Map, Toporama and CBME © Natural Resources Canada (Open Government Licence — Canada); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |