Let’s Go Exploring 

From hiking and biking to rock climbing or kayaking, Penticton is an outdoor adventure mecca, offering some of the purest adventure pursuits in the Okanagan Valley. A profusion of secluded bays, dense forest and granite cliffs will satisfy your passion for exploration, while providing a stunning scenic backdrop for your outdoor adventures.

Thanks to Penticton’s favourable climate outdoor activities have a much longer season and when the snow starts to fall, just switch from paddles and pedals to skis and snow shoes and carry on enjoying the great outdoors.

Your 4 season adventure checklist 

• Try rock climbing at Skaha Bluffs Provincial Park
• Cycle or hike the historic Kettle Valley Railway Trail (KVR)
• Mountain Bike Three Blind Mice or Campbell Mountain
• Paddle, sail, wake surf or kiteboard on Okanagan Lake or Skaha Lake
• Downhill ski, snowboard or ice-skate the 1km loop at Apex Mountain Resort
• Cross-country ski or snowshoe at Nickel Plate Nordic Centre
• Rent a fat bike from Freedom Bike Shop and tour the KVR in the snow
• Fly down Canada’s highest freestyle zipline at ZipZone in nearby Peachland
• Explore great trails and scenery with Okanagan ATV Tours

Be Prepared

No matter the season, be prepared when outdoors and ensure to abide by the following rules:
• Bring plenty of water, snacks and a small medical kit with you
• Let someone know where you are going and stick to your plan
• Pack out what you pack in
• Make sure your phone is fully charged
• Take a map and compass for navigation or download the Trailforks Mobile App