Top Things to do in Okanagan Valley
Top Hotels in Okanagan Valley
- 1. Quality Inn & Suites
- 2. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Kelowna Airport
- 3. Coast Capri Hotel
- 4. Riviera Plaza & Conference Centre, Vernon
- 5. Best Western Plus Osoyoos Hotel & Suites
- 6. Walnut Beach Resort
- 7. Best Western Plus Kelowna Hotel & Suites
- 8. Comfort Suites Kelowna
- 9. Kanata Kelowna Hotel and Conference Centre
- 10. Coast Osoyoos Beach Hotel
What to do and see in Okanagan Valley, Okanagan Valley: The Best Hiking Trails
The Okanagan Valley, in the interior of British Columbia, is a popular Canadian vacation destination known for skiing in the winter and watersports in the summer. The area's quaint towns and lush vineyards are connected by a network of clear blue lakes and rivers and surrounded by rolling, sun-dappled hills. Head to Kelowna for one of several wine festivals or to Penticton for the sugary summer Peach Festival. To the south is Osoyoos, home to an arid desert filled with rare plants and animals.
Restaurants in Okanagan Valley
1. Canyon View Trail
2. Okanagan Rail Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By 498bobp - North Vancouver, Canada
This is an old railway line so the grade is flat or with a minimal hill. The trail is wide and well packed gravel. It runs along the lake the entire way to Oyama.
3. Kettle Valley Steam Railway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 511 reviews
Reviewed By Chainani - Sooke, Canada
Took my husband for a treat, he loves trains. This is a very pleasant and relaxing thing to do. It lasts only 90 minutes and the history and scenery was so interesting. The conductor was funny, knowledgeable and now I might have to admit I like trains too. They provide blankets on board if you get chilly, this train goes all year with special rides at Halloween, xmas etc…. They also have a train robbery and BBQ certain times of the week. No food sold on board but when the train stopped to turn around there was a local lady selling fresh raspberries. This was Oct and they were so big and juicy I couldn’t believe it. Really a great activity for anyone in any age group. Note there are picnic tables at the station where you can sit and eat if you have brought along food.
4. Glen Canyon Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By yvonneb57 - Penticton, Canada
My sister and I visited Glen Canyon Regional Park to search for several geocaches. Before we entered the park, we read the informational sign and learned that in the area we were in, there were three scenic, well-marked trails to choose from. Dogs are allowed on leash. Our quest took us on the Doe Trail. We enjoyed walking this peaceful trail and soon arrived at our destination. Since bears may be active in this area, we were ready with our bear spray that we always carry with us.
5. Boucherie Rush Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Departure794047 - West Kelowna, Canada
I live five minutes from the trail head, which makes this hike a four season activity for me. I don't take this fact for granted! As a general description, once you arrive at the parking lot you have two options to the top: 1) highway side or the trail on the left or 2) trail leading up to your right, which is steeper, less marked and has a few poisonous trees to keep an eye out for. If you are looking for sweeping views, stick to the trail on the left, although they both end up on the summit with panoramic views of Okanagan Lake, the myriad of vineyards below and West Kelowna wineries and community. In summer, it can be extremely hot as there is not a lot of shade to be found. Take plenty of water and wear sturdy footwear! If you have your four legged friend with you, please remember water for them to as there are no facilities on the trail whatsoever. In the winter, crampons or hiking shoes with aggressive tread are your friend as it can be snowy or downright icy. Getting to the top is as simple as following the switchbacks as you climb 270 vertical meters. The trail is well defined and has km markers @ 1, 1.5, 2 & 3kms. There are a number of lookout points that afford simply breathtaking picture opportunities! The steepest section is the last kilometer. The trail is narrow but perfectly safe. I always find people very accommodating when you need to pass by one another, and it's not uncommon for people to stop and chat for a few minutes. So moderate or challenging? If you take your time I would categorize this hike as moderate. I have seen young children and teens hiking with their parents all the way through to a few old timers who brave it in any weather. When you put your head down and truck up this can be an amazing workout. At a leisurely to average pace, plan for 45 mins to an hour to the top and about the same down. Flat out, 30 minutes up, 30 minutes down, give or take. Overall, if you are looking for a scenic walk in the woods on a leisurely trail this is NOT that hike. If you are looking for viewpoints and are willing to put in some effort, the reward at the top is very worth it!
6. Spion Kop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By GSIain
We did the yellow, blue and then red trails to the summit. The North Outlook on the blue trail was disappointing as a viewing area, but the approx 2km loop was worth it. Excellent marked trails and well-cleared and cared for - the volunteers who do this are to be highly commended! And the maps at the start of the yellow trail were really appreciated - all together it took about 90 minutes to summit, and 45 mins to come back (didn't do the blue trail loop on the return). Views from the summit are SPECTACULAR! Highly recommended this for a fun outdoor event - note that it is pretty challenging the last few hundred meters... Great time!
7. Crawford Falls
8. Kettle Valley Rail Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By justravel
We rode out to naramata on the main road but decided to trust our gps to take us off the beaten track. We climbed up some major hills but ended up on the kvr. It was a downhill coast all the way back to penticton. It was a lot of fun. Warning we went up some 12% slopes to get to it. We had road bikes and you should have at least gravel bikes. We really enjoyed it.
9. Vaseux Lake Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 47 reviews
Facilities: 12 campsites, pit toilets, water hand pump, nature boardwalk. Location: 25 km south of Penticton on Highway 97. Vaseux Lake Provincial Park is a popular roadside campground that provides excellent fishing opportunities for bass, trout and carp. This park boasts beautiful lakeside sites. It is conveniently located on Highway 97 between OK Falls and Oliver. It is minutes away from amenities and popular tourist spots. Viewing platforms at Vaseux Wildlife Centre offer excellent nature sighting opportunities for birds, aquatic life, mountain goats and big horn sheep. Park users at Vaseux Wildlife Centre should use caution as poison ivy is common in the area. Open from the first weekend in April through Thanksgiving Weekend.
Reviewed By ChiWind
After hiking another trail in the area we decided to drive up to north end of Vaseux lake to visit the new birdviewing tower. So peaceful, a must if you are visiting area.
10. Kruger Ridge Trails
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3 reviews
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Reviewed By 724yasmina - Vancouver, Canada
Hiking up Kruger Mountain, there are stunning views of the Okanagan valley, both north and south. The hike becomes a little steep in places but the views are well worth the effort.
