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Okanagan Lake

Okanagan Lake

An easy day, exactly when you need one.

lake49.925, -119.494

If you're looking for an easy day with swimming and swimming, Okanagan Lake is a solid pick.

Not the pick for solitude or a rugged wilderness day.

Don't leave without...

  • Fishing
  • Paddle Sports
  • Swimming
  • Water sports
  • Boating
  • Kayaking
  • Stand-up paddleboarding
  • Wakesurfing
  • Paddleboarding
  • Rent kayaks
  • Rent paddleboards
  • Boat rentals
  • kayaking
  • paddle boarding
  • boating
  • swimming
  • paddle
  • Sun and play on the beach
  • Launch a boat
  • Slip a kayak into the water
  • Walk a shoreline
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing

Overview

A stunning 135km long lake known for its 30+ beaches and many amenities, with shores popular among locals and visitors.

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Quick Facts

Type
lake
Coordinates
49.9252, -119.4944

What you can do here

  • boating
  • Boat rentals
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Launch a boat
  • paddle
  • Paddle Sports
  • Paddleboarding
  • Rent kayaks
  • Slip a kayak into the water
  • Stand-up paddleboarding
  • Sun and play on the beach
  • Swimming
  • Wakesurfing
  • Walk a shoreline
  • Water sports
  • paddle boarding

Good to know

Water sports
Features lively beaches and a variety of water sports.
Length
135 km (84 miles)
Formation
Formed through glacial activity some 10,000 years ago.
Lake Access Plan
The Lake Access Plan is updated and available via the links provided.
Temperature
19 and 23°C
Traditional transportation route
Used by the Okanagan Indian Nations
Length
135km
Beaches
30+

Locals' favourite launch spots

Locals' favourite launch spot
Hurlburt Park: Paddle toward Ellison Provincial Park beaches, watch rock climbers scaling ledges, then head down towards the Outback Lakeside Vacation Homes to soak in serene shoreline views.

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