All tagged North Okanagan

Guide to Travel Vernon, British Columbia

The city of Vernon, British Columbia is a picturesque and charming place nestled in the Okanagan Valley. It's home to an array of lakeside and mountain views that make it perfect for outdoor activities like skiing/snowboarding in winter and hiking/biking/swimming in summer. The bustling city centre offers an abundance of culture and arts as well as friendly locals who take pride in their community. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing weekend getaway or seeking adventure, Vernon has something to offer.

Guide to Travel Osoyoos

Osoyoos is a small beach town situated on the USA/Canada border. It is well-known for being the hottest spot in the country and is a popular vacation destination. It is an isthmus town which means it is located on a narrow strip of land separating two bodies of water, those being the north and south half of beautiful Osoyoos Lake. The village is part of the arid South Okanagan region in British Columbia, which is an area known for its abundance of lakes, sunshine, and warm weather.

Guide to Travel Peachland

Situated on 11 Kilometers of breathtaking Okanagan Lake shoreline is the idyllic town of Peachland, British Columbia. The village is located in the Okanagan Valley between the cities of Kelowna and Pentiction, making it the perfect jump-off point for your summer vacation. Peachland not only brings in tourism with its near-perfect beaches but also boasts easy access to world-class wineries and vineyards, as well as incredibly scenic hiking trails.

Pioneer Walkway, Osoyoos

The Pioneer Walkway is perfectly situated on the strip of land that separates the north and south ends of Osoyoos Lake, British Columbia. It is located in the exquisite Okanagan Valley which is a scenic winemaking region in Canada with some of the county’s best weather along with a Mediterranean look and feel. Osoyoos is in the South Okanagan on the border of Washington State and has by far the best weather.

Penticton Ikeda Japanese Garden

The Penticton Ikeda Japanese Garden is situated at the head of scenic Okanagan Lake, British Columbia in the city of Penticton. It is perfectly located along the Penticton waterfront promenade and is just one of the many attractions that can be accessed along this fantastic boardwalk. The park features a large pond that is stocked with massive Koi fish, as well as garden beds that feature interesting Japanese plant species, such as hardy bamboo trees and many different varieties of flowers. The best time of the year to visit the gardens and enjoy its full display of beauty is in April or May when the flowers come out to bloom.

Rainbow Falls, Monashee Provincial Park

Rainbow Falls is a sight to behold with its spectacular and powerful waterfall raging down the mountain, being fed by Spectrum Creek which comes from Spectrum Lake. The falls are located in the spectacular and remote Monashee Provincial Park, British Columbia. Rainbow Falls is one of many incredible attractions throughout the park and is quite a long drive from civilization to get there, so making them one stop on your hiking journey would probably make the most sense.

Provincial Parks of the North Okanagan Valley

One of Canada’s most prized possessions has to be the gorgeous Okanagan Valley, which is located in the province of British Columbia, also well known for its incredible beauty. A milder climate, more sunny days than the national average, lakes galore, along with an abundance of wineries and orchards draws in over 3.5 million tourists per year. Okanagan Valley has over 50 lakes for public enjoyment