Lambly Creek

Lambly Creek is located in the Okanagan region of British Columbia. The creek flows into Okanagan Lake from the west across from Kelowna.[1] Lambly Creek is also known as Bear Creek. In 1876, gold was discovered in the Creek. The creek was mined for gold. Gold Nuggets with a $5 value have been recovered from the creek.[2]

References

  1. ↑ "Lambly Creek". BC Geographical Names.
  2. ↑ N.L. Barlee (1973), Gold Creeks and Ghost Towns. Canada West Publications.

Coordinates: 49°56′N 119°30′W / 49.933°N 119.500°W / 49.933; -119.500


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