Welcome to Lytton
Visitors are welcome as Lytton rebuilds after the 2021 fire. The dramatic rivers, mountains, and forests surrounding Lytton are worth the trip.
Enjoy the following attractions in the Lytton area:
- Festivals and community events
- Hiking in Stein Valley Nlaka'pamux Heritage Park
- Whitewater rafting
- Resort accommodation
- Gold panning
- And more (see below)
Note that accommodation and services are limited, particularly in the winter months.
The Lytton & District Visitor Information Centre has been closed since the fire.
Getting here
The Village of Lytton is located at the junction of Highway 12 and Trans-Canada Highway 1.
You can get to Lytton by driving:
- 110 km north of Hope via Highway 1
- 65 km south of Lillooet via Highway 12
- 40 km southwest of Spences Bridge via Highway 1
- 170 km southwest of Kamloops via Highway 1
Provincial parks
Stein Valley Nlaka'pamux Heritage Park
The Stein Valley is a protected wilderness area of historic and cultural importance to the Nlaka'pamux. It's known for its untouched forests, clear blue rivers and creeks, and ancient Nlaka'pamux pictographs. The park is co-managed by BC Parks and Lytton First Nation.
BC Parks: Stein Valley Nlaka'pamux Heritage Park
Skihist Park
Skihist is an overnight camping spot on Highway 1, a few kilometres east of Lytton, with good amenities. There is a day use area directly across the highway from the campground which has breathtaking views of White Canyon and the Thompson River.
The park gate is open seasonally from May to the end of September. Check camping and facilities for additional dates.
Lytton Chinese History Museum
The Lytton Chinese History Museum honours the contributions that early Chinese settlers made to the history of Lytton and the surrounding area. The museum has been rebuilt after the 2021 Lytton fire and is open to the public again.
Two Rivers Farmers' Market
The Lytton Two Rivers Farmers' Market is open on Fridays from June to October. Local vendors sell organic produce, handcrafted items, and homemade baking.
- When: Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Season: June to October
- Where: Near G'wsep Gas & Food, Highway 12
Festivals and events
Lytton Mayday Celebration
The Lytton Mayday Celebration is a volunteer-led event with pancake breakfasts, a parade, and other family-friendly activities.
- When: Victoria Day weekend
- Where: Battlefield Community Hall and other venues in Lytton
Nlaka'pamux Day Event
On National Indigenous Peoples Day, Lytton First Nation hosts a cultural event with food, shlahal, drumming, dancing, presentations, and more. All are welcome.
- When: June 21
- Where: 270 7th Street
Lytton First Nation events page
2 Rivers Remix
The Remix is a free annual outdoor feast of contemporary Indigenous music and culture. The moveable feast visits Indigenous communities throughout B.C. and marks the anniversary of the June 30 fire in Lytton.
- When: June 30
- Where: Stein Valley Nlaka'pamux School field
Lytton River Festival
The Lytton River Festival celebrates the Thompson and Fraser rivers and their historic and present role in the community of Lytton. The festival features local and Indigenous artisans, children’s events, great bands, entertainers, and more.
- When: Labour Day weekend
- Where: 4th Street
Lytton River Festival Facebook page
Nlaka'pamux Remembrance Day Pow Wow
The Nlaka'pamux Remembrance Day Pow Wow is a three-day traditional pow wow organized by community volunteers.
First-time visitors, read this pow wow etiquette guide from Destination Indigenous.
- When: Early November
- Where: Stein Valley Nlaka'pamux School
