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The Okanagan Valley in British Columbia is a beautiful region with plenty of things to see and do. Whether you're looking for outdoor adventures, charming small towns, or world-class wineries, the Okanagan Valley has something for everyone. Here are a few Okanagan Valley cities that are great for day trips and extended stays.
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.
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.
Anarchist Mountain Lookout is an incredibly scenic viewpoint located just outside of the town of Osoyoos in the spectacular Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. It is situated along the Crowsnest Highway and takes visitors from 910 feet to 4045 feet for a stunning panoramic view of Osoyoos Lake and the Okanagan Valley, as well as Oroville which is located just across the border in Washington state, U.S.A. The lookout is no more than a small pullout along the highway that only allows for a few cars at a time. There are no amenities, hiking trails, or anything really, other than a tremendous view of Canada’s only desert region. That being said, for only being a short drive up the hill, visiting the viewpoint is well worth it.
Veterans Memorial is certainly not a hugely popular attraction in Osoyoos, British Columbia, but it does offer a relaxing place to sit and enjoy the great views of Osoyoos Lake looking towards the U.S.A. The park was created in order to remember the brave men and women who fought in wars for the Canadian Armed Forces. It features several benches and an arrangement of gardens containing many different desert plants from other parts of the world. The gardens boast several species of cold-hardy cacti including the large cholla cactus as well as a few species of yucca.
