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Revelstoke Lake is a stunning destination tucked away in the mountains of the Kootenay region of British Columbia, Canada. Known for its breathtaking beauty and abundance of outdoor activities and featuring pristine campsites, scenic hiking trails, inviting beaches, and nearby provincial parks, Revelstoke Lake offers a lot to outdoor enthusiasts.
Bertram Creek Regional Park, located in Kelowna, British Columbia, is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking scenic trails, breathtaking views, and family-friendly amenities. Situated on the banks of Okanagan Lake, this park offers a variety of activities, ranging from hiking and biking to birdwatching and picnicking.
Copper’s Beach is a beautiful slice of Kootenay heaven situated in the former mining village of Silverton, British Columbia. The beach lies on the shores of picture-perfect Slocan Lake and has gorgeous views looking toward New Denver and the surrounding mountains.
Situated in British Columbia along the shores of picturesque Upper Arrow Lakes lies the Arrow Lake Provincial Park - Shelter Bay Site. The park sits right next to the Shelter Bay ferry terminal and is located around 50 km south of Revelstoke. Shelter Bay is a popular camping getaway, especially for fishermen as there is a convenient boat launch on site
Grindrod Park is a beach access point that is located in the North Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Canada. The park is situated next to a bridge in the downtown area of Grindrod, a small village of around 1,450 people. The park features access to the Shuswap River and has amenities like a playground, and a picnic area. In the summer months, the lower water levels reveal a fantastic sandbar and perfect spots to launch kayaks and canoes.
Relax and enjoy the tranquility of British Columbia’s gorgeous Slocan Lake by adding Slip Day Park to your travel itinerary. it is located in the former mining community of Silverton, one of three small communities in the area, the other two being New Denver and Slocan. This day park offers a great place to relax and watch the sunset after a long day hiking in the adventure=filled mountain ranges of the West Kootenays.
To truly enjoy the beautiful Columbia River in all its glory, one must add Gyro Park Beach to their Kootenay itinerary. This idyllic riverfront park is situated in the small city of Trail, British Columbia, Canada. The park provides visitors with access to a stunning white sand beach and in the late summer, beachgoers can explore the rock pools left over by the river’s receding water levels.
To enjoy a wonderful vacation at Christina Lake, one of Canada’s warmest lakes, you must add Gladstone Provincial Park to your West Kootenay, BC itinerary. Neck and neck with Osoyoos Lake for warmest in the water in the country, Christina Lake holds its own and is said to lie on a fault line and have hot springs bubbling into it. This brings the water temperatures up to a steamy 22 Celsius (73 Fahrenheit) during the summer months.
An incredibly remote destination that very few visitors to the Okanagan Valley will ever see, Greenbush Lake offers truly a solitude-filled getaway tucked into the Monashee Mountains of British Columbia. The Greenbush Lake Protected Area is 2820 hectares and was created to preserve an important grizzly bear and mountain caribou territory and breeding grounds
To fully take in the beauty of Skaha Lake, one must visit lovely Sudbury Beach Park. Located in the city of Penticton, British Columbia, this local gem is perfect for day use and has a beautiful red sand beach.
To enjoy the peace, quiet, and beauty of the Shuswap region, one must stop for a day at the beach at Welch Road Lake Access. The beach is located on Welch Road just off Squilax-Anglemont Road in the idyllic beach community of Magna Bay, British Columbia.
Bacalar Lagoon (Laguna de Bacalar) is a 42 km (26 mi) long freshwater lake that is located in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico near the border of Belize. The lake is fairly narrow being less than 2 km (1.2 mi) at its widest point. It is the largest lake in the Yucatan Peninsula and one of the largest in Mexico.
Playa Punta Esmeralda is a uniquely beautiful beach that is situated on the shores of Playa del Carmen, Mexico. It is one of Quintana Roo’s most interesting beaches as it features a swimmable freshwater lagoon and magical little turquoise blue cenote called, Cenote Punta Esmeralda.
Poplar Beach is a picturesque public beach that is located just off of Poplar Point Drive in the city of Kelowna, British Columbia. it lies on the shores of Okanagan Lake in the world-famous Okanagan Valley. The beach features idyllic views of the lake and its surrounding mountains and has unique smooth stones covering its shore. Poplar Beach features nothing in terms of amenities but is an excellent spot for a swim or a picnic and provides a quiet break from the busier beaches of Kelowna.
Proctor Lake is a small alpine body of water that is located in the mountains that surround the city of Vernon, British Columbia. it sits high above the bottom of the Okanagan Valley and has an elevation of 1,365 meters. The lake is accessible by taking Silver Star Road from Vernon and is also around 5.1 miles from the town of Armstrong.
Beaver Lake is situated on a high alpine plateau in the popular Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. It is just one of many picturesque bodies of water that make up a chain of high mountain lakes. The lake sits at an elevation of approximately 4,600 ft / 1,400 m and is around 30 minutes from the town of Winfield in Lake Country as well as the Kelowna International Airport (KLW). Fishing is one of the main attractions at Beaver Lake as it is stocked with beautiful rainbow trout. Swimming, Kayaking canoeing, and paddleboarding are also popular activities to be enjoyed while visiting Beaver Lake.
Situated on the scenic shores of Mabel Lake, British Columbia Is one of the Okanagan Valley’s best-kept secrets and legitimate hidden gems, the Mystic Trail. The trail is essentially a walk through the forest in what could only be described as an enchanted forest full of quirky works of art that eventually leads visitors to a gorgeous beach
Cascade Beach is an idyllic recreation campsite that lies along the shores of beautiful Mabel Lake in the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. The site features several tent-only campsites that are equipped with an outhouse and plenty of flat spots to pitch a tent, including several directly on the beach. Camping at Cascade Beach is completely free and can be used on a first-come, first-serve basis.
King Edward Lake is a gorgeous body of water that is situated in the high alpine Aberdeen Plateau in the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. The lake has an elevation of 1,358 meters and is just one of many lakes that are located on the plateau. King Edward Lake is about 30 minutes drive from the city of Vernon and is an excellent place to get away from the busier lakes at the bottom of the valley.
Damer Lake is a small body of water in British Columbia that is situated high in the Okanagan Valley alpine area. The lake is located in a beautiful mountainous region that boasts a plethora of small lakes. Damer Lake is primarily used for fishing and camping and features the Damer Lake Recreation Site, which is an excellent campsite.
