Sand, Surf and Bountiful Okanagan Beach Locations
The Okanagan can boast a wealth of beaches from the North to the South. From large to small lakes and many rivers, the Okanagan is beach heaven. It is why the Okanagan is known for its water sports and recreation and is a major tourism attraction. The wonderful benefit of living in the Okanagan, our lakes and rivers are never very far from a city. Enjoy the list of beaches below, categorized by zone area, city area and location. Use the page menu feature just above to quickly navigate to any of the beach entries below.
North Okanagan Beaches
Enderby Area okanagan beaches
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Enderby Area Beaches
Enderby is more a landlocked city, where it was not built on the border of any lake, rather it was built along the winding Shuswap River, which is where its main beaches are located. At the far outskirts of Enderby is one “hidden” lake.
W.J. Tuey Reg. Park
Grindrod Area okanagan beaches
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Grindrod Area Beaches
Grindrod is a small unincorporated community just north of Enderby, south of Sicamous, on HWY 97A, located on the western bank of the Shuswap River. The Grindrod area has a wonderful view and open area looking down toward the Shuswap River, the valley and Enderby Cliffs. Water sports takes place on the river.
Grindrod Park
Lumby Area okanagan beaches
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Lumby Area Beaches
There is one beach in the Lumby area, it is located in Mabel Lake Provincial Park. This park sits between Vernon and the Monashee Mountain range and north of Lumby. Click|Tap the map to view the Lumby area on Google Maps.
Mabel Lake Prov. Pk
Mara Lake Area okanagan beaches
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Mara Lake Area Beaches
The beach for the Mara area is a Mara Lake located in Mara Lake Provincial Park. This park and beach are located the most northern tip of the North Okanagan Region. Click|Tap the map to view the Mara Lake area on Google Maps.
Mara Lake Prov. Pk Beach
Vernon Area okanagan beaches
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Vernon Area Beaches
There are many beaches within the Vernon Area. The beaches listed here are the best ones, especially for families. This list does not include small beach areas that are not suitable for families, groups or public access. The beaches listed here are accessible to the public and suitable for families and small groups. Click|Tap the map to view the Vernon area on Google Maps.
Central Okanagan Beaches
Kelowna Area okanagan beaches
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Kelowna Area Beaches
The City of Kelowna should be named, “City of many beaches”. A fair number are large beach areas within city parks, offering a wide range of amenities for families, groups or just the solo person who wants to enjoy a day in the sun and occasional swim. Many of the beaches are within city limits, offering more services and opportunities to spend the day.
Lake Country Area okanagan beaches
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Lake Country Area Beaches
Located in Central Okanagan, Lake Country can boast about their access to three large lakes, Wood Lake, Okanagan Lake and Kalamalka Lake. This opens the door to a variety of beach areas for all to enjoy their time swimming, boating, floating or relaxing.
Oyama Area okanagan beaches
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Oyama Area Beaches
Oyama is a small community located in Lake Country and is one of the favourite recreational spots in the area. With beaches, farm land, a wonderful regional park, you won’t be disappointed in water and beach recreational opportunities (be aware, parking becomes a premium during summer tourism season).
Peachland Area okanagan beaches
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Peachland Area Beaches
Largely located on a steep side hill along the western shore of Okanagan Lake, Peachland boasts an abundance of water activities and beaches for everyone to enjoy. The main and most popular beach area is actually one long strip, with other areas of named beach spots. As you can enjoy great water sports, you can also partake of the many services, restaurants and vendors along the beach strip.
West Kelowna Area okanagan beaches
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West Kelowna Area Beaches
West Kelowna (previously named and still known as “Westbank”), is a community located on the western shores and hillsides of Okanagan Lake. West Kelowna is a thriving community that offers much for water sports and beaches.
Westside Road Area okanagan beaches
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Westside Road Area Beaches
This area is a group of small communities at the west side of Okanagan Lake, running from the northern point of Central Okanagan, then southward to the border between the City of West Kelowna and City of Kelowna. Most or all of the land of Westside Road is Native land. Click the map to view at Google Maps.
South Okanagan Beaches
Kaleden Area okanagan beaches
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Kaleden Area Beaches
Kaleden is a small unincorporated community located along the west bank of Skaha Lake just south of Penticton, along Hwy 97, in the South Okanagan Regional area. During the summer, water recreation attracts many people to the area to enjoy water skiing, swimming, canoeing and more.
Pioneer Park (Kaleden)
Manning Park Area okanagan beaches
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Manning Park Area Beaches
E.C. Manning Park, usually referred to as “Manning Park”, is a mountainous Provincial Park located in the Cascade Mountain range. It is filled with trails, campsites, streams and lakes. Manning Park is a natural four season recreation paradise.
Lightning Lake (Day Use)
Spruce Bay Beach
Naramata Area okanagan beaches
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Naramata Area Beaches
Located in the South Okanagan, just North of Penticton is Naramata, a small unincorporated community located on the Southeast shore of Lake Okanagan. South Okanagan is Canada’s only semi-desert region. The topography of Naramata is reminiscent of a blend of Southern California and Southern Italy. When you enter the main area of Naramata, on 200 Blk Robson Ave, the welcome sign designates Naramata as a Village.
Okanagan Falls Area okanagan beaches
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Okanagan Falls Area Beaches
Okanagan Falls is somewhat unique, the land area of this small community creates a physical divide between Okanagan Lake at its north and Skaha Lake to its south. Then a little further to its south, is Vaseux Lake. This community says the waters off its beaches are shallow and sheltered, which is ideal for families with young children. The Okanagan Falls area provides many water recreation activities for everyone.
Christie Memorial Park
Kenyon Park
Oliver Area okanagan beaches
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Oliver Area Beaches
Oliver is mostly a landlocked town, situated on the northern point of the Great Basin Desert. There is only a single lake, Tuc-el-nuit Lake, and the only beach in the area before heading to Osoyoos. Being the only public lake and beach, makes it a favourite during the hot summer days for any water recreation and relaxation.
Rotary Beach & Park
Osoyoos Area okanagan beaches
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Osoyoos Area Beaches
Osoyoos is Canada’s only desert environment. This makes it one of the warmest cities, with the warmest lake in Canada. Along with being a small resort municipality, Osoyoos has a lot of beaches to enjoy. With its Mediterranean-like climate, Osoyoos has become one of the best beach destinations in the Okanagan for water recreation and fun.
Penticton Area okanagan beaches
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Penticton Area Beaches
Penticton is at the heart of Okanagan water recreation. It is one of two cities in the world that sits between two lakes, the Okanagan Lake (at the north) and Skaha Lake (at the south). Beach recreation fun is found at both ends of Penticton.
(Beaches in the Naramata community, please see South Okanagan beaches > “Naramata Area Beaches” above)
Summerland Area okanagan beaches
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Summerland Area Beaches
Summerland is located on the west side of Okanagan Lake, south of Peachland and north of Penticton. Summerland’s ten (10) beaches offer a myriad of water recreation or relaxation opportunities during your summer visit. From sandy beaches, hot sun, grassy picnic areas, volleyball courts, to boat access, your beach frolic will be enjoyable.