Penticton is a unique oasis in the Okanagan set between two lakes – Okanagan and Skaha. There are plenty of beaches, all different kinds of water conditions, an adjoining canal that boasts one of the best “floatie” experiences in Canada, biking and hiking trails galore, and of course, over 60 wineries within a 20 km radius. This little town has it all!
There are festivals and events planned for pretty much every weekend during the summer, and many of the wineries in the region have special event nights as well.
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Plenty of Accomodation
There is camping available only steps to the beach. Hotels and motels abound, and there are also plenty of guest houses and vacation rentals, many on expansive estates on the Naramata wine trail. The airport is right in town and is serviced from both Vancouver and Calgary, so really it is nothing to pop down for a weekend.
There’s lots to do in Penticton that doesn’t cost a great deal of money. In the first article below there is a list of FREE things to do (Click here for the list) while you’re here. Why not do a couple of these activities first while you’re thinking about some of the “bigger” things you might want to do? It really doesn’t matter what you spend on something, as long as in the end you Have Fun doing it!
Dog-friendly:
Most people travel with their dogs these days. And why wouldn’t you? You can’t leave them at home – they are part of the family! Penticton is a relatively dog-friendly place.
Skaha lake is the smaller of the two lakes that embrace the City of Penticton. The Skaha Lake Park is very family friendly and a great place to spend a day or two, swimming and playing games. Read more here…
A Day at okanagan lake
A Day at Okanagan Lake
Okanagan Lake is the larger of the two Lakes embracing the City of Penticton. There are plenty of activities available to do on or along the Okanagan Lake shore. Read on for a list of all the things you can do here…
5 Day Plan with Kids
5 Day Plan With Kids
Here is a suggestion for what to do on your vacation if you have kids. We run through a 5 day plan offering a ton of suggestions of where to go and what to do. Choose them all. Choose just a few. Most of all, just have fun. Go Here.
Here is a list of the Top 10 (12, actually) things you can do on the water in Penticton. Go Here.
FREE Fun
FREE Fun!!!
FREE FUN! Are you looking for things you can do with your kids that don’t cost a lot of money but still produce enjoyment? Check out this list….
Rock Climbing at Skaha Bluffs
Adventure, Games and Activities
Bored? Want to challenge yourself? Need an adrenaline rush? Check out this list of things you can do that would be memorable for years to come. Check out more ideas here.