IN WATER

Beaches and water fun are part of the culture here, so throw down a towel and jump in! Along the shoreline of Penticton, you’ll find long stretches of golden sandy beaches and all the amenities you need to enjoy a day at the lake.

Okanagan Beach

Okanagan Beach along Lakeshore Drive is the hot spot. Easy walking distance from downtown, hotels, motels, world-class restaurants and craft breweries, this area is a natural draw for visitors. Between the iconic SS Sicamous paddle wheeler to the west and the iconic giant peach to the east lays over 1 km of premium sandy beach.

Skaha Lake Park

Skaha Lake Park is one of Canada’s top beaches as noted by a number of travel magazines. It’s a red sand beach surrounded by lush green parkland, perfect for cooling off or enjoying a delicious picnic lunch. The area offers an ideal mix of recreation and relaxation with numerous volleyball courts, a baseball field, playgrounds, children’s splash pad, concession stands and scenic walkways all steps from the water’s edge.

Sudbury Beach

Sudbury Beach on Skaha Lake is a huge sandy beach perfect for sun bathing, beach volleyball and swimming. It’s a popular area for wind surfers and kite boarders and can be especially busy on windy days.

Three Mile Beach

Three Mile Beach is a popular swimming area between Naramata and Penticton and has two distinct areas to enjoy. The south facing area is great for swimming with your dog and is also a popular day-moorage stop for boaters. The north facing area features fine sand with gorgeous views of the lake and large sandy bluffs and also has a well-known clothing optional section further down the beach to the right of the main stairway.

TIP! STAY COOL

The weather can get surprisingly hot in Penticton with temperatures in the summer often reaching 35-38°C (95-102°F). Make sure you use a good quality, high-factor sunscreen, especially when travelling with kids and remember to re-apply sunscreen after swimming. The hottest time of day is around 2pm to 4pm, so perhaps take a break from sunbathing and seek shady areas. Drink plenty of water throughout the day and stay hydrated.