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Must see attractions in Kelowna, Canada
"Kelowna is known for its beaches, and it comes without a surprise that Boyce-Gyro Beach Park is one of the most sought-after places in the city. You can enjoy volleyball along the shores of the beach as well as take a soothing swim to wash away your daily blues. There is also a ping-pong table and a children’s playground at the Park."
"Boyce-Gyro Beach, one of the most popular beach parks in Kelowna, is located 3.8 kilometers south of downtown. This is the longest beach within Kelowna's city limits. In addition to golden sand and warm water, you'll discover amenities to attract you to this 3.6-hectare park for a few hours or a whole day in the sun."
"This is a great family beach with tables, playground for the kids, volleyball courts and clean washrooms. They even have a zipline into the water. Address:3400 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna"
"Mission Creek showcases cute little turtle ponds and you’re likely to run into a heron or two. It’s near Springfield road, with easy to moderate hiking trails through the trees, according to Tourism Kelowna. The diversity in landscape makes this easily one of Kelowna’s best places to take photos."
"The Bertram Creek Regional Park is located about a 20 min drive south of Kelowna, along the shore of Okanagan Lake. The park consists of 17.9 hectares of land, suitable for walks with various easy trails of varying lengths. It is also possible to go swimming in the lake."
"Twenty minutes south of downtown, lies the loveliest pebble beaches and serene waters at Bertram Park. It’s the perfect place for a picnic and a cute place for a photoshoot."
"Betram Park is located at the south end of Kelowna and is ideal if one desires a more tranquil beach and park experience."
"A post shared by Jim Cliffe 🎞 (@jimcliffe) on Aug 27, 2017 at 5:24pm PDT. Angel Springs via KLO Creek provides hikers with an 11.6 km (round-trip) trail through a lush forest. During the first part of the trek through the KLO Creek, hikers can admire the views of the canyon and the fascinating geological foundations."
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"For people who like to stroll or pick up the pace, the Gellatly Bay Trail combines a range of things to see along a flat, hard-surfaced four-kilometer return route. This marine trail can be enjoyed any time of the day or year. During the summer, you might want to take a swimsuit to enjoy a dip at one of the beaches, or plunge off the historic wharf."
"A fairly short, but sometimes slippery hike south of Kelowna, is a trip to Canyon Falls park. Simply follow the trail down from the trailhead and you’ll find yourself stood before the beautiful Crawford Falls."
"Rose Valley features an extensive trail system that provides hikers with beautiful views of Lake Okanagan and the Rose Valley Reservoir. With interesting geological features and scenic views, this hike is well-worth the trek!. All five of these great hiking locations are less than 20 minutes from West Harbour, which makes them a convenient way to get some fresh air and exercise this summer!"
"Across the river in the north of West Kelowna (about 10 min drive from downtown) is Rose Valley Regional Park. The 250 hectares of land have been left in a natural state and have several kilometres of hiking trails to explore."
"Just a short drive across the bridge, Rose Valley Regional Park takes you out of the city and into the back country of West Kelowna. Many trails to explore and unparalleled views!"
"A post shared by The Boh (@thebohemiancafe) on Aug 8, 2020 at 7:30am PDT. Affectionately known by locals as The Boh, the Birker family has been drawing crowds since 1991, as you will gather by the lineups at this the local breakfast hub. The super cool room buzzes all day – note: it is only open for day shifts."
"Drool worthy Huevos Rancheros and a Lavender London Fog latte… Weird combo but hey we all have cravings sometimes. The Bohemian Cafe is my favourite breakfast food spot in Kelowna. I am in love with their eggs benedicts!"
"Using real ingredients and locally-roasted Cherry Hill coffee, this Kelowna bakery offers the best in warm beverages, as well as a variety of desserts, bread and croissants. All patios are pet-friendly so enjoy a bite with your four-legged friend."