Explore the high country vistas of the North Okanagan while cycling
the trails of natural grasslands. There are fantastic vistas of both
Kalamalka Lake and Okanagan Lake. Explore one of Canada's most important
raptor habitats. See hawks, owls and eagles soar on cliff side up draughts
or swooping low over fields in search of prey. Stop at ponds rich in
interesting waterfowl and shorebirds.
(Kalamalka Park Access)
A new 50km wilderness trail following the crest of the mountain ridge
on the east side of the valley from Vernon to Mission Creek on Hwy 33(east
of Kelowna). Start at the Cosen's Bay Gate of Kal. Lake Prov. Park.
Take the left path paralleling the fence. Watch for a marked path to
the left, crossing the lower valley, then climbing up a steep path to
join the old road leading to the telecommunications tower on the hilltop.
Take water and food, wear sturdy footwear. Best hiked in sections, from
access points of mountain lakes east of Oyama, Winfield and Ellison.
Walk along the many pathways in this unique bunch grass landscape, through
open grasslands, along cliffs, & through moist cedar and fir forests.
Lesser used trails lead to peaceful Deep Lake. The clean, attractive
beaches throughout the park are great for swimming. Interpretative signs
will tell you about local flora and fauna. Access Kal Park through the
Red Gate, Cosens Bay parking lot or the Jade/Juniper parking lot.
The rocky, forested headlands and sheltered, sandy bays of Ellison Provincial
Park await you on the east side of Okanagan Lake, just a few miles north.
Walking trails provide access to the headlands that separate two beautiful
bays, offering boulder-climbing excitement and wildflower photo opportunities.
The bays are good fishing spots, attracting carp, burbot, kokanee, and
trout.
The Kettle Valley Rail Trail travels through an incredibly scenic and
picturesque rural area and includes several provincial parks, recreation
areas and protected areas. It is home to numerous species of wildlife
including, grizzly and black bears, moose, mountain sheep, elk, deer
and cougar. The trail is biologically diverse and the terrain ranges
from near-desert and ponderosa, to pine, fir and spruce forests, with
sub-alpine meadows.
Located within the Kettle Valley district in the Thompson Okanagan
region of British Columbia. The trail covers approximately 455 kilometres
between the western city limits of Grand Forks, British Columbia and
extends to the eastern limit of Brodie, British Columbia. Canadians
and tourist from all over the world naviagate thes wonderful trails
by bike, horse or on foot.
A place where you can step back in time and experience rail travel as
it was almost one hundred years ago. Beautiful vistas unfold as you
wind your way through Prairie Valley – a quilted patchwork of
lush orchards, vineyards and fields of green. Rock cuts and natural
landscapes provide another kind of beauty as the train takes you onto
the Trout Creek Trestle Bridge 238 ft (73 metres) above the canyon floor.
Powered by a restored 1912 locomotive called the 3716 or a 1924 Shay
you can see all from two 1950's passenger coaches and three open air
cars. The schedule and more information can be obtained from the KVSR
website.
It’s a quick 7.5 minute ride time to access 1,600 vertical feet
of trails in Silver Star’s expanded bike park on the Comet Express,
Canada’s largest mountain bike chairlift. If you are an expert
looking for cool features and fast lines, an intermediate wanting to
challenge your skills or a family seeking a summer mountain biking adventure,
Silver Star is the experience for you! Comet
Express Tickets
Take the Comet Six Pack Express to the top of Silver Star mountain where
you’ll enjoy gorgeous views of the Monashee Mountain range and
the Okanagan Valley. Bring a picnic lunch and lose yourself in the stunning
surroundings. Look for various species of animals and flowers while
you peacefully walk through the wilderness. Then treat yourself to a
Nature Tour — but don’t forget your camera! Comet
Express Tickets
