Most people know Penticton as a summer hotspot, but this small town still has a lot of exciting experiences to offer in winter. Here are my top picks for things to do in Penticton in winter, from a local viewpoint.
Beyond the Beaten Track
Hiking the Myra Canyon trestles is a must do experience while in the Kelowna area! Read more about the autumn hiking experience on the Kettle Valley Rail Trail plus everything you need to know to do the same
Including eight lakes and around 55km of paddling, the Powell Forest Canoe Route is an exciting beyond the beaten path multi-day paddling adventure on the Sunshine Coast.
Summerland is one of those places that really does live up to its idyllic name. This post features 40+ of our favourite things to do in Summerland, from hiking the gorgeous Kettle Valley Railway Trail and swimming in Okanagan Lake to touring wineries and picking fresh fruit and more!
The Norse equivalent of Heaven, Valhalla Provincial Park is exactly that if you like wild, beautiful natural areas with an absence of people. Here’s a complete guide to Valhalla Provincial Park including hiking trails, marine campgrounds and more
A cathedral of magnificent trees on Vancouver Island, Carmanah Valley is a magical place for any nature lover to visit. A pilgrimage is definitely worth making despite the more difficult access. Here’s everything you need to know
Sometimes, the best ‘backcountry’ trips are the ones hidden just beyond civilisation. This is certainly true of the five days we spent kayak camping on idyllic Wallace Island, British Columbia. Discover this island paradise for yourself, with our trip experience and comprehensive planning guide
All the top things to do in the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, as shared by a Penticton local with accommodation guide and map included
All the inspiration and information you need to make that once of a lifetime visit to Iqaluit, Nunavut, actually happen! A guest post by Mikaela from Voyageur Tripper
Most visitors to Vancouver Island see only Tofino and Victoria – great combination – but Vancouver Island has MUCH more to offer! Experience the magnificence of Vancouver Island without the crowds on these three road trip itineraries.
If you love the outdoors and want to explore beyond the beaten path in Atlantic Canada, look no further than beautiful Brier Island, Nova Scotia. It is the perfect tiny island paradise to disconnect from it all, a place to unwind and relax.
Desolation Sound is a paddler’s paradise. Read this guide to find out everything you need to know about paddling in breathtaking Desolation Sound, British Columbia, Canada
Ideas of things to do and what to expect when visiting Far North Queensland in the wet (rainy) season. Spoiler: it’s absolutely still worth visiting! Here’s why
Breathtaking and mind-boggling beautiful from almost start to finish, the Maple Pass Loop trail in Washington has to be the most rewarding and satisfying 12km I have hiked anywhere.
British Columbia’s beautiful southern Okanagan Valley has a lot to offer residents and visitors all year round. Discover 80+ amazing things to do, as recommended by a local, to help you have the BEST visit!
Set in a narrow valley with a backdrop of rugged hills, Vaseux Lake may be the prettiest little lake in the Southern Okanagan. Read on to discover more about beautiful Vaseux Lake, British Columbia
Penticton may just be the ultimate summer getaway town in BC. Here’s our itinerary for the perfect summer weekend in Penticton, British Columbia, Canada
After the highways were built, the Yukon’s 200+ fleet sternwheelers were left to retire on the shores of the Yukon River. The sternwheeler graveyard is a must-see when exploring Dawson City.
Did you know that Penticton is one of the only towns in the world located between two lakes? Here are five other awesome unique attractions in Penticton, British Columbia that will entice you to visit!
Looking for adventure this summer but don’t want to break the bank? You need to go camping! Here are just a few of my favourite vehicle accessible free campsites in British Columbia, Canada