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Penticton is located on the shores of both Okanagan Lake to the north and Skaha Lake to the south. There is a 6 km long channel connecting both Okanagan and Skaha Lake.  At the north entrance to Vernon there is tube rentals where whole family can enjoy a relaxing 2 hour float down the channel.  For a small fee a bus will bring you back to your vehicle...more information on Penticton.

Summerland BC

Peachland BC the jewel of the Okanagan.  Take in the ambiance of Peachland downtown.  You’ll find restaurants, cafes and boutique shops. During the summer months on weekends they have live music so pull up a chair and enjoy!
Walk the city dock, rent a boat or jet ski at the Pentowna Marina. Visit the famous Rattlesnake Island directly across the lake. 

Westbank vineyard and lake view

Kelowna BC is a world renowned tourist destination in the Okanagan. Popular for it's warm waters and sandy beaches on the Okanagan lake.  In the summer you can pick fresh fruit from the orchards, go boating, swimming, hiking and of course golfing...more information on Kelowna. 

Kalamalka Lake Vernon

Skaha Lake Penticton
Experience channel tubing

Summerland is also located on Okanagan Lake about 20 minutes from Vernon and 40 minutes to Kelowna. Aston Summerland Resort is a beach front resort located on  Okanagan Lake. Popular Summerland beaches include: Peach Orchard Beach, Sun-Oka Beach, Gordon Rotary Beach and Crescent Beach.

Beautiful Peachland
Jewel of the Okanagan

Westbank is located about 10 km North of Peachland and 15 Km south of Kelowna. Overlooking Okanagan Lake you'll find lots to do including: golf, boating, swimming, fishing and go-cart rentals. Popular hotels in Westbank are: Holiday inn Westbank and Comfort Inn Westbank. This must be the fastest growing community in the Okanagan.

Sail the Okanagan Lake

Vernon BC is located in the northern end of the Okanagan Valley.  Vernon has two main lakes Okanagan Lake and one of the most spectacular Lakes in Canada Kalamalka Lake.  Recreational activities includes golfing, swimming, boating, and skiing. Plus, Vernon is home to the Vipers hockey team which you can catch at the new Multi-Plex...additional information on Vernon.