Hiking & Biking Trails

Welcome the coziness of autumn with our list of fall events and activities. (updated for 2024) We’re talking about sunrise hikes, biking, bird watching, fall markets, brewery events, wine harvest, apple picking, pumpkins and learning about the history of the syilx/Okanagan...

  Here are some great options for spring break adventures in West Kelowna. Whether you're looking for outdoor thrills, cultural experiences or relaxation, West Kelowna has a perfect mix of activities and experiences for a fun-filled spring break. 1. Learn about the...

The Top Spring Hikes in West Kelowna West Kelowna has a pretty strong hiking game when it comes to our trails. From hillside treks and fields of flowers to waterfalls and stunning panoramic views, our trails are easily accessible from our...

What to do in West Kelowna this Thanksgiving Long Weekend   The air is crisp and is perfect for getting outside and enjoying some nature! Whether you have family and friends coming into town to visit or you are looking forward to a...

  BOUCHERIE RUSH TRAIL - West Kelowna Hiking Duration/Distance: 6 km round trip/1-3 hours Elevation Gain: 275 metres Difficulty Level: moderate to difficult   Access Points: From Hwy 97 turn South onto Bartley Rd. This road turns into East Boundary Rd. Follow the road approximately 1.5 km...

ROSE VALLEY REGIONAL PARK IS CLOSED (pending assessments for safety and hazards) ROSE VALLEY REGIONAL PARK | Hiking and Biking Trails The Rose Valley Trail system is popular for hiking and biking. Distance/Duration: 6 km (round trip)/2-4 hours Elevation Gain: 80 metres Difficulty Level: moderate...

Arrowleaf Balsamroot Flower (smukʷaʔxn)   A true sign of spring in the Okanagan is the emergence of the Arrowleaf Balsamroot flowers (Balsamorhiza sagittata), also known as the Okanagan Sunflower.  Their brilliant yellow colour is spectacular particularly when seeing an entire hillside adorned...

Tips for spring hiking.  Warmer temperatures are just around the corner. With the warm weather comes wet trails and ticks at this time of year. When a trail has snow on it we are prepared that it may be slippery, but...

  The Rose Valley trails within Rose Valley Regional Park are considered one of the hidden gems in the Okanagan. The hike samples many of the brilliant features the region has to offer, such as hiking through a forest, surrounded by...

Smith Creek Trails Duration/Distance: 15 km (various routes) /1-4 hours Elevation Gain: 400-700 metres (depending on route taken) Difficulty Level: moderate   Access Points: From Hwy 97 follow Elliott Road to Smith Creek Road. Turn right onto Smith Creek and follow it up. The road...