Waiting to board, at Duke Point. No time to take any more pictures on this leg of the journey, as I was racing to get as far as I could before nightfall.I woke up to snow falling. Just about to brush off my car for the 3rd time this morning.The moon throws a lot of light in the mountainsBeautiful views surrounding Grand ForksOutside my sister’s placeGrand Forks snowy sunriseGoodbye, Johnny’s Motel! Time to head home.Reduce speed, indeed! Descending the Anarchist.Looking down into the Okanagan Valley and OsoyoosAnother view of OsoyoosClimbing up the other side of the Okanagan – at the scenic overlookContinuing the drive home…Too much gorgeousnessTrees with fall colours along the riversideWaiting for the ferry to depart, TsawwassenSun setting over the Salish SeaTraffic on the Salish SeaVancouver Island mountains casting shadows on the sea
Not gonna lie – it was stressful at times descending mountain passes on snow-covered roads. I kissed my winter tires (once again) after I got home 💋. Thanks, Joanne. 💕
Scenes of snow are best viewed on the computer screen. Is “Anarchist” really the name of that pass? I first read it as “Antichrist” which might be a more apt description of the scary stuff ahead. Glad you made it safely!
It’s around 7 hours under perfect driving conditions. Longer if weather/construction etc., causes delays. Then a 2 hour ferry ride and a 25 minute drive home makes for a loooong travel day. Thanks, Luisa 💕
Correction: my sister is in for a long winter. In BC’s interior, in Grand Forks it was -6C and snowy. Back home on the island, it’s 12C and sunny. Thanks, Leslie 💕
Absolutely stunning photography. So glad you had this time with your sister and other family members. Double glad that you are now back home safe and sound!
I love the name, “Salish Sea.” BC seems like a beautiful place to visit, and it’s pretty amazing the weather difference from the interior to the Salish Sea.
Wonderful photos, Deb! We have been to the Okanagan and Kootenays different times throughout the year and always a pretty area. The roads have been very sketchy at times. I did a great deal of praying of some trips. I have a sister who has lived in Oliver for many years. She loves it. I get it on the “too much gorgeousness.” Glad you had the opportunity to visit and you are now home safely.💕
Hi Deb – what amazing views and scenery … just so pleased to see … I never got inland – but another time … Mum and I did the Rocky Mountaineer back in 1997 or so … but everything was so new to me then. Driving in snowy lands like that with a Mountain named ‘the Anarchist’ – no thank you!! But so lovely to have a sister you can visit at times … thanks for sharing with us – Hilary
Agreed! The roads were mostly bare when I attempted it, thankfully. But other sections of the highway had more snow and were…um…challenging! Traffic was quite light though, that helped. Thanks, Jude 💕
You do a great job showcasing the beauty of Canada!
Truly, the pictures do not do the scenery justice. Thank you, Donna 💕
Ah fall travel – snow to rain to ice to beautiful trees. Typical. Glad you had a safe trip.
Thank you, Bernie 💕
So pretty – especially the sunset on the Salish Sea. Just a stunning photo.
I had to look twice at Osoyoos. I’ve never seen it in snow … only broiling hot on a bicycle. I would have welcomed the snow then 😉
Glad the trip was safe and uneventful from a drive perspective. Long distance drives through snow belts and mountains can be pretty stressful.
Not gonna lie – it was stressful at times descending mountain passes on snow-covered roads. I kissed my winter tires (once again) after I got home 💋. Thanks, Joanne. 💕
Beautiful photos. What a lovely place to visit. The vistas are awe-inspiring.
They certainly are! Thanks, Ally 💕
Scenes of snow are best viewed on the computer screen. Is “Anarchist” really the name of that pass? I first read it as “Antichrist” which might be a more apt description of the scary stuff ahead. Glad you made it safely!
Yep, the mountain (and the hairpin turns on the descent) is called the Anarchist! Thanks, Janis 💕
Wow! Snow! It’s beautiful especially early in the season.
Yes it is. And even prettier when viewed only in the rear view mirror. 😜 Thanks, Kate 💕
Gorgeous scenery! How long is the drive to/from the ferry and your sister’s?
It’s around 7 hours under perfect driving conditions. Longer if weather/construction etc., causes delays. Then a 2 hour ferry ride and a 25 minute drive home makes for a loooong travel day. Thanks, Luisa 💕
Oh Deb, you have snow already. It’s going to be a long winter. Keep on rocking.
Leslie xoxo
Correction: my sister is in for a long winter. In BC’s interior, in Grand Forks it was -6C and snowy. Back home on the island, it’s 12C and sunny. Thanks, Leslie 💕
Now that is much better. Stay safe and warm Deb.
Leslie
Absolutely stunning photography. So glad you had this time with your sister and other family members. Double glad that you are now back home safe and sound!
Thank you, Donna 💕
I love the name, “Salish Sea.” BC seems like a beautiful place to visit, and it’s pretty amazing the weather difference from the interior to the Salish Sea.
Thank you, TG 💕 Yes, the difference in weather IS amazing!
Wonderful photos, Deb! We have been to the Okanagan and Kootenays different times throughout the year and always a pretty area. The roads have been very sketchy at times. I did a great deal of praying of some trips. I have a sister who has lived in Oliver for many years. She loves it. I get it on the “too much gorgeousness.” Glad you had the opportunity to visit and you are now home safely.💕
Thank you, Erica 💕
My word, you must be a like a kid in a candy shop with all that stunning scenery. Thanks for sharing the view.
Thank you, Maggie 💕
Such beautiful pictures. AND mountains. Mountains make me swoon. 🙂
You would’ve straight out fainted on this drive, then. 😁 Thanks, Kari 💕
Not wanting to see the snow already but I’ll bet it’s not early coming to that part of the world. Looks like a great trip, though.
It was a GREAT trip! Thanks, Jean 💕
Beautiful photos. Thanks for sharing. And SNOW!!!
YES! Snow was an…um…unexpected bonus (?). Now I understand why BC mandates snow tire usage on their major highways, starting October 1. Thanks, Kim 💕
Wow, pretty amazing landscape there!
It’s an incredibly beautiful part of Canada…and that is saying A LOT. Thanks, Dawn 💕
Incredibly beautiful photos. Sunny sunset and the sea, you can look at it forever …
Yes, indeed! Thank you, Mila 😁
Wow wow wow!
Amazing that all these were taken on the same trip! From snowed-in car to stunning sunset!
Thank you, Ju-Lyn 💕
Absolutely breathtaking… Also. I am so jealous of your snow!
Thank you, Mimi 💕 Not my snow, it was at my sister’s place, in the interior. I was glad to leave it behind as I returned to the island.
A new place to add to my bucket list. Your photos are gorgeous though, and I felt like I was there through them.
Thank you, Reticula 💕
Hi Deb – what amazing views and scenery … just so pleased to see … I never got inland – but another time … Mum and I did the Rocky Mountaineer back in 1997 or so … but everything was so new to me then. Driving in snowy lands like that with a Mountain named ‘the Anarchist’ – no thank you!! But so lovely to have a sister you can visit at times … thanks for sharing with us – Hilary
Thanks for pulling over and sharing the beautiful views you had on the way home. It’s gorgeous!
You’re welcome, Deborah. And thank you for commenting 💕
That descent into Osoyoos is terrifying, especially in the snow. I’ve taken that highway many times.
Jude
Agreed! The roads were mostly bare when I attempted it, thankfully. But other sections of the highway had more snow and were…um…challenging! Traffic was quite light though, that helped. Thanks, Jude 💕
These photo are not only framed well, they are also very beautiful. Thanks for sharing them with us.
Thank you, Geri 💕 I try hard to frame them to their best advantage.