Vernon & The Okanagan Valley
Sightseeing
Expansive sandy beach, fun for the whole family.
Beach volleyball
BBQ pavilion
Playground
Shallow water
Gorgeous views
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Kin Beach
7248 Tronson RdExpansive sandy beach, fun for the whole family.
Beach volleyball
BBQ pavilion
Playground
Shallow water
Gorgeous views
Sandy beach
Shallow water
Food available (nachos, ice cream)
Rentals available (bikes, paddleboards)
Pier for jumping into the water
Beach volleyball
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Kal Beach
Sandy beach
Shallow water
Food available (nachos, ice cream)
Rentals available (bikes, paddleboards)
Pier for jumping into the water
Beach volleyball
Food scene
Where Lake Kalamalka and Wood Lake meet, cute area with beach access, burger shack (OKF) and pizza restaurant with a cute patio (Pane Vino)
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Oyama
Where Lake Kalamalka and Wood Lake meet, cute area with beach access, burger shack (OKF) and pizza restaurant with a cute patio (Pane Vino)
Winery
Our favorite winery, 30 min drive. Bring your own picnic, and enjoy Arrowleaf's wines at the provided picnic area. Best views and affordable vino!
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Arrowleaf Cellars
1574 Camp RdOur favorite winery, 30 min drive. Bring your own picnic, and enjoy Arrowleaf's wines at the provided picnic area. Best views and affordable vino!
Mountain activities
Fun in all seasons!
Winter: Snowboarding, skiing, x-country, snow shoeing, ice skating, tubing
Summer: Maintained hiking trails, downhill biking, cross country biking
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SilverStar Mountain Resort
123 Shortt StFun in all seasons!
Winter: Snowboarding, skiing, x-country, snow shoeing, ice skating, tubing
Summer: Maintained hiking trails, downhill biking, cross country biking
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Hiking trails
Tons and tons of places to hike nearby.
Some local favorites:
- BX Creek & Waterfall
- Bluenose mountain
- Rim Rocks trail
- Kalamalka Lake provincial park
- Enderby Cliffs
- Rose Swanson
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Favorite Restaurants
Vernon has a growing restaurant scene. Here are some of my favorites:
- Los Huesos - Mexican, huge dishes (can share, I promise)
- The Med - Mediterranean flair, great service
- The Italian Kitchen
- Range Lounge & Grill (Predator Ridge) - they also have events you can check out, like cocktail making
- Pane Vino (Oyama) - make a reservation on the patio
- Farmstrong - Cidery with great food and live music