Aug 1

Aug 1 Skaha Lake, Penticton

Skaha Lake is a gorgeous body of water that stretches for 11.8 km (7.3 mi) and has a max-width of 2.2 km (1.4 mi). It is perfectly nestled into the scenic Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Canada, and is situated between the city of Penticton at the north end and the village of Okanagan Falls at the south end. The lake is also home to the quaint little village of Kaleden, which lies on its western shores. The source of Skaha Lake is Okanagan Lake via the Penticton Channel. The channel is a very popular floating spot, bringing in loads of tourists looking to cool off in the peaceful lazy river.

Oct 25

Oct 25 Christie Memorial Park

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Christie Memorial Park got its name from RCAF Pilot Officer, Robert G. Christie, who was killed in action during his service in WWII. He was the only man from Okanagan Falls to die during the war. The park is situated at the head of scenic Skaha Lake in British Columbia’s famous desert wine region the Okanagan Valley. It is located in the town of Okanagan Falls and is the largest beach in the area with more than an acre of exquisitely soft sand. Aside from the beach the park also features amenities such as picnic tables, benches, washrooms, change rooms, and tennis courts. The park also has a small peninsula that juts out into the lake and has been converted into a walkway with lamp posts and benches making it a lot a lovely place for an evening stroll.

Oct 15

Oct 15 Pioneer Park, Kaleden

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Pioneer Park is perfectly situated on the shores of gorgeous Skaha Lake in the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, and provides residents and visitors of the small town of Kaleden a great place to come and relax for the day. The park features a plethora of activities and has no shortage of amenities including several near-perfect white sand beaches public, floating dock rafts, a gazebo, a picnic area, Public BBQs, a volleyball court, pickleball, tennis courts, basketball courts, and public washrooms. The park is also connected to the uber-popular Kettle Valley Rail Trail which is the longest rail-trail in BC and stretches 650 km from Hope to Castlegar.

Oct 14

Oct 14 Kenyon Park, Okanagan Falls

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Kenyon Park is conveniently located on 8th Avenue in the small community of Okanagan Falls, British Columbia. It is situated at the head of picturesque Skaha Lake in the sought after wine and fruit region of Okanagan Valley, Canada. The park is approximately 2 acres and is fully geared towards being a family-friendly place that is perfect for a fun-filled day at the beach. Kids will fall in love with the John Bell Playground, which was actually designed by the local children in the area. The playground features a neat zip line and a triple slide which allows kids to race each other down. There is also a recently constructed children’s spray park which is a hit with kids and comes complete with water cannons, dump buckets, and more.