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We invite you to visit our friendly, handicap accessible Visitor Centre and pick up all the info you need for your British Columbia and Okanagan Valley adventure. Our trained counsellors have the local knowledge on all there is to see and do in Peachland, a wide variety of brochures, maps and trail guides to give you and the latest accommodation updates. We can help! We are located on beautiful Beach Avenue, just steps away from Okanagan Lake. Stop by and see us; don’t forget to watch for Ogopogo on your way in! 5812 Beach Avenue Peachland, BC V0H 1X7 P. 250.767.2455 F.250.767.2420 WWW.VISITPEACHLAND.CA @PeachlandBC
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Looking for something different? Drop into the Peachland Visitor Centre and pick up your Bat Activity Book for the kids. Learn all about the Peachland Bats and make an interesting souvenir purchase – bat guano and t-shirts are hot items! WWW.PEACHLANDBATS.CA
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Those of us who live in beautiful, historic Peachland, feel proud and privileged to do so. We love the beauty that surrounds us, “You may just want to stay!” we cherish the sense of community that exists here, and we Once you visit Peachland, you just might want to make it your value our heritage and our history. home. The Peachland Chamber of Commerce welcomes our visitors and whether you decide to relocate your family or your Peachland is famous for its exceptional waterfront, beautiful business, we are here to serve you and make you part of our parkland, magical vistas, pristine wilderness areas, thriving arts community, and an abundance of attractions to fuel the community. We look forward to seeing you soon. recreational and sight-seeing appetites of residents and visitors alike. WWW.PEACHLANDCHAMBER.BC.CA I hope that your visit allows you time to discover the charms of this unique, lakeside community, and inspires you to return. WELCOME TO PEACHLAND!
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PEACHLAND VISITOR CENTRE 5812 Beach Avenue Peachland, BC V0H 1X7 P. 250-767-2455 F. 250-767-2420 Toll Free. 1-866-955-2455 info@ visitpeachland.ca www.visitpeachland.ca Destination Peachland wishes to thank the numerous contributors who helped to make our vision a reality. All rights reserved by 2012 Destination Peachland. Not for resale. Destination Peachland is not responsible for the business practices of the facilities mentioned. Neither Destination Peachland nor Peachland Visitor Centre is responsible for changes or variances that occur in the following publication. Advertising and Editorial inquires should be directed to Peachland Visitor Centre or email info@ visitpeachland.ca
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contents features Welcome Everything Under the Sun Good Times Happy Trails Heartbeats Seek & Sip Centennial Way City Map (pull out) Night Life Winter Fun Eateries Taste Therapy Accommodation Ever After
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SWIM BAY Peachland’s Beach Avenue runs parallel to the lakeshore and offers 11 kms of unfettered access to beaches, marine parks and docks. The beaches are pebbled with adjoining grassy sections.
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ENJOY WATER SPORTS OF EVERY KIND!
Peachland Centre Swim bay is located at Beach Ave and 6th St. in downtown Peachland across from the historic primary school. The area has picnic tables, a concession stand, zip-line, diving tower, washrooms and change rooms. This is the Okanagan‘s only lifeguard supervised beach. Lifeguards are on duty every day from May 24 to Labour Day.
DOGGY BEACH
ANTLERS BEACH
South end of Peachland
Far South end of Peachland Antler’s Beach is the start of Peachland’s glorious beach area. The beach is right off Highway 97 across from Hardy Falls Regional Park. Available parking and picnic area is located at the mouth of the creek. Hardy Falls is an easy 10 – 20 minute walk over small bridges on a well-marked trail.
PENTOWNA MARINA
First location at the Princeton Avenue and Beach Avenue junction on the “T” Boat Launch. This location features public boat launch and breakwater, swimming (dogs allowed) and picnic tables. Second location at Strachan’s Corner From Peachland Yacht Club at 8th Street to the Wharf at Strachan’s Corner – This is an on leash dog beach.
South end of Peachland
RATTLESNAKE ISLAND
Boats, personal watercrafts and water toys are available. This is the only public marina between Kelowna and Penticton. You can gas up here.
Straight across the lake from Peachland
OKANAGAN MOUNTAIN PARK Straight across the lake from Peachland
It is not recommended to go between the island and the shore for the depth of the channel is shallow. The island has a small bay on the south side for refuge of small boats only. The shore is very rocky so beach with care. Divers… there are small caves on the west side with rock formations and sheer drop-offs.
Good overnight camping with shelter from north winds. Secluded sandy beaches with picnic tables, fire pits and hiking trails. Places to explore are Commando Bay, and Wild Horse Canyon.
PEACHLAND DAY USE WHARF Peachland Centre Breakwater, enter with care. This wharf provides very good shelter from south and north winds. Located downtown across from many shops and restaurants, for day use moorage only.
HERITAGE PARK South end of Peachland Located in downtown Peachland, Heritage Park features a day wharf, flat picnic area, lake front, Rotary Pavilion, Spirit Square and a children’s playground.
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parks
HARDY FALLS REGIONAL PARK
COUSINS PARK
Hardy Falls is on Deep Creek at the south end of Peachland. There is ample parking and public washrooms. The walk to the falls will take 10 – 20 minutes, or take your time and enjoy the scenery. This walk is advisable for the young and old, and is wheelchair accessible. The jaunt will take you through a steep-banked canyon to the falls. There are salmon berry bushes along the trail and in Sept/Oct the annual salmon run fills the creek with fish.
Located at Beach Avenue and 6th Street next to the Community Center, and across from Swim Bay and Yacht Club. Cousins Park features a sports field, softball diamond, soccer field, outdoor volleyball, basketball court and public washrooms.
HERITAGE PARK
TREPANIER LINEAR PARK
FOREST HILL DRIVE WILDERNESS PARK Located at Forest Hill Drive.
Located in downtown Peachland, Heritage Park features a day wharf, flat picnic area, lake front, Rotary Pavilion, Spirit Square and a children’s playground.
Located at Beach Avenue and Todd Road. Featuring an interpretive Kiosk. The walkway connects with Lambley Park and the tennis courts, or walk under Hwy 97 to the Peachland Mall.
LAMBLEY PARK
STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN
Located at Hwy 97, San Clemente, across from the Peachland Center Mall featuring picnic area, walkways to and from the Mall, San Clemente and 14th St. and Tennis Courts
Located at Victoria Street (at the Gladstone end). Access via the stairs for a beautiful view at the top.
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The trailhead is at the very top of Ponderosa Drive and features hiking trails.
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Located on Beach Avenue and 13th Street, across from Bliss Bakery & Bistro, along the waterfront, featuring a picnic area and swimming.
PINCUSHION MOUNTAIN PARK
OKANAGAN MOUNTAIN PROVINCIAL PARK.
BURDIKIN LANE
Across Okanagan Lake, opposite Peachland, are 10,000 hectares Located at Buchanan Road featuring a walkway, stairs and gravel path of remote wilderness. There is no road access into the park; it’s boat, bicycle, or hike-in only. Secondary roads from Kelowna offer access to down to the water’s edge and beach. parking lots on the park’s north eastern boundary.
CENOTAPH PARK
NO MOSQUITOES IN PEACHLAND NO NEED FOR INSECT REPELLENT!
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Located at Beach Avenue and 2nd Street next to the Day Use Wharf and Heritage Park in the downtown core. Featuring the memorial, walkway and flower beds.
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good times PEACHLAND FARMER’S & CRAFTER’S MARKET Every Sunday walk, bike, drive or boat your way to Peachland’s Heritage Park on Okanagan Lake. Our vendors and local artisans offer their customers “made, baked, grown and unique” products.
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The Market has much to catch your eye, scavenger hunts for kids and scheduled special events. Heritage Park, right beside the day wharf on Beach Avenue, is very spacious with picnic areas, the Rotary Pavilion and a great playground. See you Sundays! Open: May to September, Sunday 10:00am – 2:00pm
PEACHLAND MUSEUM The unique 8-sided Peachland Baptist Church was constructed mainly by volunteers in 1910 and served as a place of worship until 1964. Over the years it has functioned as a temporary Municipal Hall, Parks and Recreation Office, Fire Brigade Hall and Public Library. Since 1980 the building has housed the Peachland Museum. Hundreds of historical artifacts, photographs, newspapers and documents are on display. Together, they offer a glimpse into the rich history of Peachland and its people. You won’t want to miss the model railway! Tel: (250) 767 3441 • Open Daily: 1:00pm – 5:00pm July & August Open Daily: 10:00am – 6:00pm
THE LITTLE SCHOOLHOUSE
Photo by Kelsey Chmilar
Peachland’s oldest heritage building built in 1898 on Brandon Lane. It was originally a schoolhouse and church and in 1908 it became St. Margaret’s Anglican Church. It now serves as a great venue for community events and is ideal for private functions. Drop in for Sunday Tea, have dessert on the terrace or browse the art displays. Art shows and demonstrations take place throughout the summer months. Tel: (250) 575 8226
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Visit the centre for a listing of our local Artist’s Galleries and workshops. Don’t miss the Pottery Studio & Gallery on Hwy #97.
fun things to do PARROT ISLAND SANCTUARY A unique experience can be had at the sanctuary for rescued and unwanted parrots. Bring your camera and get some great bird photos. The birds love to interact. But be prepared for lots of noise! You can even hand feed some of the gentler parrots grapes or nuts. Don’t forget to ask Ray or Val about the “Adopt a Parrot” program.
No charge for children under 3 5090 MacKinnon Road Summertime Hours: March 15 – October 31 10:00am – 5:00pm Winter Hours: Please call ahead, (250) 767 9030
PEACHLAND WORLD OF WHEELS
15th Annual Peachland World of Wheels Sunday May 20, 2012. Show car parking 7:00AM - 10:30AM Car show 11:00AM - 4:00PM
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We are anticipating one of the best shows ever, with more than 450 cars, trucks, motorcycles and antique boats expected to display at the 2012 show. Entries come from far and wide - the entire Okanagan Valley, Alberta, the Fraser Valley/Vancouver area and Washington state. The car show runs from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. On show day vehicles line up on both sides of Beach Avenue for about two kilometres and also set up in neighbouring Cousins Park. It’s a sea of classic cars and motorcycles to warm the heart of any ‘car buff!’ Beach Avenue follows the shoreline of Okanagan Lake and this venue provides a spectacular setting for the day’s activities. It’s an exciting and busy event, one of the biggest events in the Okanagan Valley, with not only the amazing array of exhibitors, but our local restaurants, shops, multiple show vendors, music, entertainment and raffles all adding to the festival atmosphere. This popular show and shine attracts more than 10,000 visitors each year. You don’t want to miss this fabulous, fun, family day in Peachland!
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HAPPY TRAILS PINCUSHION MOUNTAIN 5
The inspiration for the name Pincushion was the result of the needle-like appearance of the burnt trunks of pines that were left sticking out of the rocky knob following a forest fire prior to 1890. Today the burnt trunks have long gone and been replaced by Ponderosa pines. In the past, climbing the mountain was such a popular occurrence that it became a tradition to say that you were not a “real� Peachlander until you had conquered the summit. In Peachland’s 2009 Centennial year both locals and visitors adventurous enough to climb the mountain were awarded with either a “Real� or “Honorary� Peachlander certificate signed by Peachland’s mayor. Many Peachlanders make an annual trek up the mountain and several geocaches have been hidden ready to be found by avid GPS hunters. A Canadian flag flies proudly from its peak.
You can email your photo: eboyes@peachland.ca
A map of the trail is available at the Peachland Visitor Info Centre. To receive your certificate, present as proof, a digital image or photo to the District of Peachland. The mountain is climbable in 2 to 2 ½ hours (including a ½ hour rest at the top) by reasonably fit families. This includes young children.
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TREPANIER FOREST Distance/Duration: 5 km loop / 2 hours Elevation Gain: 220 metres Difficulty Level: Moderate to Difficult GPS: 49.788007, -119.726607 Access Points: From Hwy 97 turn onto Ponderosa Drive. Trailhead is located on Pincushion Place off of 6th Avenue. Or from Trapanier Bench Rd at the conector underpass, parking on left hand side. Features: Spring and summer wildflowers, glacial rock debris, bird watching. The plants and wildlife in this area, make it a protected park. About this Trail: Trail hikers will follow yellow markers (#2) along Trepanier Creek up to the Forest Service Road. There are several steep sections along this trail. Hikers will enjoy the mix of evergreen and deciduous forest, glacial rock debris as well as interesting valley and canyon views.
STAVE PIPE TRAIL Distance/Duration: 4 km loop / 1 hour Elevation Gain: 180 metres Difficulty Level: Moderate to Difficult (Some steep climbs and slippery slopes) GPS: 49.785982, -119.718418 Access Points: From Hwy 97 turn onto Clements Crescent and park at the school. About 70 metres past the fence the trail turns left. Follow the orange trail markers (#1) up the moderately steep slope. Turn left at the top of slope and follow trail back to 6th Ave. and Ponderosa Dr. or turn right and connect to follow the Trepanier Forest trail. Features: Lookouts, historical remnants, mule deer. About this Trail: This hiking trail goes past the ruins of the first hydro electric plant that powered Peachland from 1909 to 1947. The Canyon Lookout and the Trepanier Power Dam are nearby. Watch for remnants of the old wooden pipes that brought water from Trepanier Creek.
HARDY FALLS REGIONAL PARK Distance/Duration: 2 km round trip / .5–1 hour Elevation Gain: Minimal Difficulty Level: Easy GPS: 49.741859, -119.764724 Access Points: South of Peachland on Hwy 97 across from Antler’s Beach. Turn onto Hardy Road and follow up one block. Parking is on the opposite side of trailhead access point. Features: Waterfall, bridges, spawning salmon (in September), wheelchair accessible. About this Trail: This is an easy and pleasant walk on flat, well maintained trails that will take you along a series of bridges leading to Hardy Falls. It is well shaded and is a great place to escape to during the heat of the day. In the fall, enjoy the brilliant colours of the spawning Kokanee Salmon. Fall visitors should be aware that bears following the spawning salmon may be in the area.
PINCUSHION MOUNTAIN Distance/Duration: 3.5 km return / 2–3 hours Elevation Gain: 245 metres Difficulty Level: Difficult GPS: 49.788419, -119.733840 Access Points: Trail head begins at the top of Ponderosa Dr. Parking is available. Features: Steep climbs, Canadian flag at the summit, several geocaches. About this Trail: This trail is a steady climb with several rest stops and views on the way up. A walking stick is advisable, as are hiking shoes. Follow the red markers carefully as there are many animal trails that can lead you astray. A fire in 1890 left the mountain covered in charred tree stumps. It looked like a pincushion to the pioneers who settled on the slopes below, hence the name. Due to construction return by same trail.
PEACHLAND LOOKOUT TRAIL Access Points: Trail head begins 8.7km up Princeton Road above the town. About this Trail: Easy hiking and beautiful lake views.
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heartbeats Adrenaline junkies & fitness enthusiasts have lots to choose 5 from in Peachland. ZIP ZONE ADVENTURE PARK An adventure you will never forget! The Adventure Park features six breathtakingly high, cross canyon zip lines, the highest lines in North America. A short drive up Princeton Avenue in Peachland gets you to your extreme adventure. Check out the website: www.zipzone.ca Book your flight soon!
FISHING Visit our pristine, high altitude lakes in the Peachland hills. Four season trout fishing adventure awaits at Headwater’s Lake, Glenn Lake, Crescent Lake or Peachland Lake. The ice fishing is amazing and the region’s best kept secret! You can also cast from the shores of Okanagan Lake at selected spots along Beach Avenue for Kokanee, Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout or Perch. Anglers can take in the breathtaking scenery from their boats.
TENNIS Play tennis at the no-charge courts at Lambley Park.
ATV ADVENTURE
HIKING
The hills of Peachland beckon your exploration year round. We invite you to experience some of the most beautiful terrain imaginable.
Drop into the Visitor Centre and pick up a brochure on all the local trails. Check out page 10 &11 of this guide.
OKANAGAN LAKE ACTIVITIES
GOLF - COMING SOON!
Everything you want to do on a lake! Go swimming, scuba diving, parasailing, windsurfing, kayaking, boating, waterskiing and canoeing. There are 3 public boat launches, a day use wharf and lifeguard supervised Swim Bay. Rentals can be found at Swim Bay and Pentowna Marina. Explore the bays at Okanagan Mountain Provincial Park across from Peachland for outdoor overnight camping or a secluded picnic.
Ponderosa Pines Golf Course – A new Greg Norman, par 72 championship golf course draped across Pincushion Mountain. This golfing experience will take your breath away with the beauty of the ponderosa pines and the spectacular views of Okanagan Lake.
The HIGHEST ZIPLINES in North America!
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Six Breathtaking Cross-Canyon Ziplines 1-855-ZipZone www.ZipZone.ca
INTERESTED IN GEOCACHING? There are many caches hidden throughout Peachland. Visit www.geocaching.com for more info and to sign up for a free account.
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seek & sip You can start your Okanagan wine tour right here in Peachland with Winelicious Tours! The tours include complimentary wine tastings, vineyard walks, wine education, and information on the art of wine making. Arrangements can be made to pick you up from your hotel, B&B or residence in Peachland, free of charge. Tour Peachland or points north and south in a luxury, air-conditioned passenger van with plenty of room to put those wine shop purchases.
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Your first stop, with views from the Trepanier Bench Rd area of Peachland, is DEEP CREEK WINE ESTATE & HAINLE VINEYARDS ESTATE WINERY. Hainle Vineyards Estate Winery is a part of Canada’s history. Their wines were traditionally handcrafted by winemaking receipts from the mid 1800’s without the use of chemicals or additives. They use only the best Estate grown grapes from Peachland organic Vineyards and continue a strong commitment to natural chemical free viticulture and handcrafted winemaking. Hainle also has the distinction of being the first organic winery in North America to produce Ice Wine. You can ‘seek and sip’ their fine Award winning wines at: 5355 Trepanier Bench Road, Peachland April 15 to October 31, Monday–Sunday 11:00am to 5:00pm
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GREATA RANCH ESTATE WINERY is located 5 km south of Peachland on Highway 97. This historical property was established in 1895 as a splendid peach orchard, one of the largest in the Okanagan! Senator Ross Fitzpatrick of Cedar Creek Estate Winery, in Kelowna, purchased Greata Ranch in 1994. The entire property is about 44 hectares in size, including a lake frontage of nearly two kilometers, one of the longest privatelyowned stretches of waterfront on the lake. Greata Ranch is now the setting for lush vineyards consisting of Gewürztraminer, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Merlot. With a superb panorama across the lake to Okanagan Mountain on the eastern shore, Greata Ranch is proud to have one of the most alluring tasting rooms in the Okanagan. At Greata you can experience first-hand their philosophy of “Farming for Flavour” and enjoy the most intimate of wine country experiences. Their breathtaking Waterfront Verandah and Garden picnic area are the perfect place to relax and relish a cheese or snack platter and savour delicious wines while gazing at the spectacular view. 697 Highway 97S,Peachland April 1 to October 31, 10:00am to 6:00pm daily.
So many wineries to visit in the Okanagan, so little time! We can assist you. Check out the wine trails map on www. visitpeachland.ca or drop into the Peachland Visitor Centre to pick up some great publications such as the Wineries Refined magazine.
Ice-wine is a mystic historical wine invented by accident in Germany and perfected by Hainle Vineyards Estate winery in Canada. Hainle Vineyards Estate Winery is North America’s first producer of Ice-wine and holds a special place in Canada’s history books. Protected by international law, Ice-wine is the only wine in the world which still has to be made traditional like in the mid 1800’s in order to carry the name Ice-wine on the label. Ice-wine is also the rarest and most desired wine in the world. It is on average the most expensive wine sold in the world. Ice-wine is one of a few wines which will last over 100 years if stored properly. Because of this, Ice-wine is a greatly desired collectors wine. BOOK YOUR WINTER ACCOMMODATION AND BE PART OF THE ICE WINE EXPERIENCE.
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CENTENNIAL WAY Spring, summer, fall, winter. Centennial Pathway is the best place to walk in the Okanagan Valley! You can also jog, roller blade, bike, pull the kids in a wagon, exercise your dog, or practice for a marathon.
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We also like to say it is the safest walkway in the valley. The multi use walkway provides a seamless pathway along a portion of Peachland’s scenic stretch of Okanagan Lake and has many environmentally advanced features such as the green belt “bioswale”, or “rain garden” that utilizes native, low water-use plants. The pathway has stencilled bike markings to help guide all users sharing the route, safer pedestrian-activated crosswalk lights with a coloured and textured crossing surface, energyefficient path lights, including new LED lit benches for safety – a first in Canada, improved access to the beach, including a new wheelchair-accessible picnic table. It is well maintained by the District of Peachland’s public works staff, an important feature for ‘winter walkers.’ Along the route you will encounter friends to visit with, incredible aspects of Lake Okanagan, many photo ops, benches to tempt you, and shops and restaurants to enjoy. It can be a hub of activity, but a serene, quiet therapy at other times as well. You might make a new friend. A resident who tells you “I came to Peachland on a vacation and I just stayed.” Centennial Pathway, on Beach Avenue, lakeside. You want to be here.
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night life ATTENTION ECO/EDUCATIONAL TRAVELLERS!
TWINKLE, TWINKLE LITTLE STAR…
A Yuma Bat colony, one of the largest in BC, is housed in the attic of our historic Peachland Primary School, creating a unique educational experience. Bats are a protected species and are valuable mammals in the eco system. They can eat up to three quarters of their body weight in insects each night and mosquitoes are their choice of diet in Peachland, thus explaining why Peachland is virtually mosquito free. Every night, from April to October, the Peachland bats leave their roost. At dusk they start exiting from the Peachland Primary School and head out over Swim Bay and the lake.
In Peachland we have a different kind of night life. True to Peachland’s unique charm, nighttime continues the magic. Twinkling lights of all descriptions surround you at nighttime. Lights reflecting on the lake as you sit on the beach waiting for our Peachland bats to appear. The starry expanse of night sky twinkling at you as you take an evening stroll on our Centennial Pathway. The lights in the Gasthaus on the Lake’s Winter Market. Light – Up ceremony, the first Friday in December. Fireworks on the 1st of July, watched from shore or from your boat. Outdoor restaurant patios, on a soft summer evening.
It’s a fascinating sight! Take a blanket and sit outside the Primary School or on the beach at Swim Bay on a starry night to view these little mammals take flight for their nightly foraging. Make sure you are ‘in position’ by dusk.
Magical Peachland. Starry, starry night.
To learn more about our friendly Peachland Bats visit www.peachlandbats.ca or drop into our Visitor Centre and pick up a ‘Batty ‘souvenir!
Photo by Mathieu Warnet-Pelletier
winter fun Centrally located to all of the Okanagan Valley’s winter activities – 5 Peachland is the perfect après ski getaway. CHANGE IT UP THIS YEAR! Make Peachland your home base and day trip north one day and south the next and don’t forget the Wilson Lake cross country trails and ATV adventure in Peachland’s very own back country hills. Centrally located to all of the Okanagan Valley’s winter activities – Peachland is the perfect après ski getaway. Winter is a magical time in Peachland—beginning with our Light-Up Ceremony and the launch of Gasthaus on the Lake’s Winter Market. We have beautiful B&B accommodation just waiting to be booked. Cozy up after your day’s adventures and enjoy being pampered. Take an evening stroll on Centennial Pathway and be bamboozled by our unique restaurants and shops and twinkling lights in the water. to calgary
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WILSON LAKE A Peachland Spirit of BC project, the cross country ski trails in the Silver Lake and Wilson Lake area have been developed as a 37 km trail system complete with a variety of trails. Every trailhead and junction is marked with colour coded directional signs corresponding to ability level. You will love the pristine beauty of this wilderness area!
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Check out www.visitpeachland.ca for your online brochure.
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Peachland, a quiet town with lots to offer. From fresh produce to local markets and quaint fruit stands. Why wouldn’t you want to stop here, take in the scenery, relax on an outdoor patio and enjoy a great meal in this beautiful place.
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PEACHLAND RESTAURANT LISTINGS This information has been provided by the restaurants. 5For more information please contact the restaurant directly. BISTRO’S BLISS BAKERY & BISTRO 101-4200 Beach Ave, Peachland BC
ROCKY J’S BEACH HUT
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CONTEMPORARY & FINE DINING BLIND ANGLER GRILL 5899A Beach Avenue, Peachland BC
GASTHAUS ON THE LAKE
P: 250.767.9264 www.blindangler.com P: 250.767.6625 www.gasthaus.ca
5790 Beach Ave, Peachland, BC
THE WATERFRONT GRILL & PIZZERIA P: 250.767.3255 5842 Beach Ave, Peachland BC
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THE RED LION FAMILY RESTAURANT
P: 250.767.1991 redlionpeachland. shawwebspace.ca
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HEALTH BARS THE HAPPY COW GLUTEN-FREE CAFÉ P: 250.767.3457 #50-5500 Clements Cres. Peachland BC
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CASUAL CANADIAN 2 FOR 1 PIZZA #23-5500 Clements Cres., Peachland BC
SUBWAY #20-5500 Clements Cres., Peachland BC
P: 250.767.9009 www.canadian2for1pizza.com
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GASTHAUS ON THE LAKE 5790 Beach Avenue, Peachland BC
P: 250.767.6625 www.gasthaus.ca
SWEET TREATS SWEET CRAVINGS GELATO 5878A Beach Avenue, Peachland BC
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CATERING BLISS BAKERY & BISTRO 101-4200 Beach Ave, Peachland, BC
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P: 250.767.2711 www.blissbakery.ca
PEACHLAND HOSPITAL AUXILIARY TO KELOWNA GENERAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION www.peachland.ca/cms.asp?wpid=243
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THE HAPPY COW GLUTEN-FREE CAFÉ P: 250.767.3457 #50-5500 Clements Cres. Peachland BC
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taste It’s not just about the yummy food, it’s the whole enchilada, the whole experience. Peachland‘s restaurant/eatery community doesn’t disappoint! With the abundance of farm fresh fruits and vegetables grown in our sun drenched valley, the local proprietors and chefs join the trend to use only the finest, locally grown ingredients. Like a fine wine, and a perfectly, orchestrated meal pairing, Peachland has a lovely blend of dining experiences to offer you. If you’re arranging to meet a friend in a knock-out location, of course you think of BLISS BAKERY AND BISTRO. Once you’re there you know it is now your favourite, casual tete-de-tete in the valley. The food, the service, the presentation! Bliss’s taglines always include ‘love.’ We guarantee you, this is love at first sight.
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If you’re looking for healthy choices, your search has ended – HAPPY COW CAFÉ AND CATERING serves it up right! Gluten free, dairy free, raw foods…. It’s so good and makes you feel good. You owe it to yourself. Kind of goes nicely with the adjacent fitness centre. This little café is tucked into the corner of the Peachland Centre. What if you’re downtown Peachland, strolling around, enjoying the free Wi Fi? A great choice is ROCKY J’S BEACH HUT. It’s a happening place with tasty food. There’s always some music event or jamming going on too. These guys really know how to throw a party! Check out their daily food and coffee specials. Want to sit outside on the only lakeside deck overlooking a marina and the lake? Want plentiful portions, new twists to old favourites? Want homemade Almond Roca? Just pull into the BLIND ANGLER at the south end of Beach Avenue. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all worth a visit. Ask Cherie about her Killer Peach Pie! Designer pizza? Outdoor patio dining? Great wine menu? Ride home? THE WATERFRONT GRILL & PIZZERIA on Beach Avenue in the downtown area is a popular day and night spot.
Our newest addition to Beach Avenue – Look for the Gelato shop! Back up to the Peachland Centre. BIG E’S is great sports bar and grill featuring nightly specials, pool tables, and Shuttle Service. Traditional easy dining – SUBWAY & CANADIAN TWO FOR ONE PIZZA keep family dining affordable. If you’re grabbing something quick for your picnic on the beach or your boat – here’s an easy solution. Friendly staff, great service, you’ll be glad they are there for you! We can’t fail to mention our incredible B & B community. If you’re staying in Peachland look forward to some amazing breakfast fare. Yes, guests do return year after year just for the best breakfast they ever had. No confusing amount of choices to make in Peachland. Instead, dare I say… we have hand-picked dining options for you!
A family owned business, Bliss Bakery and Bistro was started by Barry and Darci Yeo. Our vision was a village bakery providing both exceptional quality food and coffee, and a place for friends to gather. We believe that every ingredient, every method and every piece of equipment should be carefully selected to produce the finest quality end product. Your visit to the Okanagan wouldn’t be complete without experiencing Bliss.
4200 Beach Avenue, Peachland blissbakery.ca
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If you’re looking for the most authentic Oktoberfest celebration in the Okanagan, you have to take in the festivities at the GASTHAUS ON THE LAKE restaurant the second and third weeks of September. Also don’t miss the Gasthaus’ legendary medieval dinners; everyone taking on the role of a medieval diner is part of the fun but it’s the impressive feast you will never forget! The main event is served on a huge 150lb cast iron pan that two chefs bring to your table. And of course, summertime – their huge outdoor patio across from the lake is renowned.
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therapy Surrounded by sloping hills, colourful orchards, picturesque vineyards and majestic Ponderosa pines, Peachland is an “ah ha” moment as you turn off Highway 97 into the downtown core. Beach Avenue borders the lake with incredible unspoiled vistas, thanks to the far seeing town fathers who ensured 11 kms of unfettered lake frontage.
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Your Peachland therapy is special because of the uncompromised beauty of the town. Everywhere you go in Peachland is enhanced by the lakeside proximity, the mountainside and the views – no matter the time of year – it’s always a photo op in Peachland. You can walk along Centennial Pathway, stopping now and then to sit on a park bench and gaze at the lake and dream your most heartfelt dreams. Retreating yourself, rejuvenating your spirit. Of course you will come to Peachland. And for shopping therapy you’ll find unique shops with delightful surprises and small luxuries. For health and beauty treatments you’ll find skilled salons whose sole purpose for being is to pamper you. Come for a day, a week, a lifetime. Experience the sweetest place under the sun!
Restoration Station Massage Therapy O wn e d a n d O p e r a te d
by Jennifer McGeorge, RMT Registered Massage Therapists Available Accepted by most insurance companies Over 11 Years Experience Here in Peachland
5982 Victoria St. 250-212-7774 www.RestorationStationRMT.com email:restorationstation@telus.net
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Now Available: t Therapeutic Massage Treatments t Tendonitis treatment & therapy t Accepted By Most Insurance Companies t Treatment for Headaches, Neck & Back Pain t Prevention & Rehabilitation Education t Yoga Instruction available t )PU Tub & Sauna t Salt glow scrub plus pkg t .VE Xrap plus pkg t Paraffin Wax Treatments t (Jft Certificates Available t NEW! Registered Holistic Nutritionist presenting workshops and group consultations
PARKING FOR FREE IN ALL OF PEACHLAND!
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Need some quiet time away from the hustle and bustle of your daily life? Sun, beaches and relaxation is what you can expect from Peachland. Pack your bags, and come enjoy some beach time right outside your door, don’t forget your flip flops!
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www.holidayinn.com/westkelowna (250) 768 8879
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PEACHLAND ACCOMMODATION LISTINGS
A DAYS DREAM BED & BREAKFAST
$99
P: 1.778.479.2760 6093 Jackson Crescent, Peachland BC www.adaysdreambb.com
BEACH AVENUE BED & BREAKFAST P: 1.250.767.2396 3910 Beach Avenue www.bbcanada.com/beachavenue
BEACH WALK INN BED & BREAKFAST P: 1.250.767.2714 4244 Beach Avenue www.beachwalkinn.com
BLUE WATERS BED & BREAKFAST P: 1.250.767.6770 4160 San Clemente Avenue www.bluewatersbedandbreakfast.ca
CHERRYHILL BED & BREAKFAST
$135
P: 1.250.767.6373 5065 Elliott Avenue www.cherryhillbandb.ca
CLARENCE VIEW B&B GUEST SUITE
$125
P: 1.250.767.2613 5185 Clarence Road www.clarenceview.shawwebspace.ca
DUCK & PUG LAKESHORE SUITES
$89
P: 1.250.767.2050 5895 Beach Avenue www.duckandpug.com
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POOLSIDE RETREAT P: 778.214.2647 C: 778.479.2886 5120 Cousins Road www.poolsideretreat.com
SOMMER’S SUITE P: 1.778.479.4949 3902 Beach Avenue somms@shaw.ca
TREPANIER BEACH HOUSE P: 1.250.215.8085 3858 Beach Avenue www.trepanierbeachhouse.com
WINE STOPPER BED & BREAKFAST P: 1.250.767.0234 4821 Princeton Avenue wrosefarm@aol.com
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THE HOLIDAY INN WEST KELOWNA
$94
P: 1.250.768.8879 2569 Dobbin Road, West Kelowna www.holidayinn.com
WILLOW BEACH BED & BREAKFAST P: 1.250.769.3936 683 Westside Road S, West Kelowna www.willowbeach.ca
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CAMP OKANAGAN RESORT LTD.
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DAVIS COVE LAKESHORE RESORT
$100 $185
P: 1.250.767.2355 • 3701 Beach Avenue www.daviscove.com
TODDS RV & CAMPGROUND P: 1.250.767.6644 • 3976 Beach Avenue www.toddsrv.com
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ever after MAKING MEMORIES For a spectacular photo shoot Peachland is perfect for your wedding location. Imagine a backdrop of Okanagan Lake and Okanagan Mountain Park rising behind.
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Book the Rotary Pavilion, situated in lakeside Heritage Park and have your romantic dream come true. You can contact the District of Peachland to book the Rotary Pavilion. Check out our Eateries listing for Restaurants and Caterers, our Accommodation listings, and our Spiritual Directory, all in this Guide. Contact us at the Peachland Visitor Centre for more wedding planning information and photo – shoot ideas.
CHURCHES ST MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH 4464 – 4th Street P: 1.250.767.3131 www.stmargaretspeachland.org PEACHLAND BAPTIST CHURCH 4204 Lake Avenue P: 1.250.767.9232 www.peachlandbaptist.net PEACHLAND UNITED CHURCH 4421 – 4th Street P: 1.250.767.2206
Photo by Kelsey Chmilar
PEACHLAND EMMANUEL CHURCH 5486 Clements Crescent P: 1.250.768.7638 www.emmanuelnet.ca
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Photo by Tania Simpson
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Who would have thought you could surf in Peachland?
ANTLERS BEACH OKANAGAN LAKE, PEACHLAND THE SWEETEST PLACE UNDER THE SUN.
CHECK IT OUT: www.thecanadiansurfermovie.com www.visitpeachland.ca Photo by Tania Simpson
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