Seasons of the North Okanagan

A Destination for all Seasons

Connect with the land, culture, and community all year long in the North Okanagan. Thanks to a mild climate and proximity to lakes, mountains, and hundreds of kilometres of pathways in Greater Vernon, the Trails Capital of BC, the region’s five vibrant communities make an ideal four-season playground for nature lovers, and culture vultures. From summertime riding under sunny skies to winter gliding atop fluffy snow—with farm-to-table dining, live music, and a range of cultural events in between—adventure and entertainment know no off-season at this end of the Okanagan Valley.

Winter

Fluffy snow, pure, refreshing air, and evergreen trees dusted in frost, turn the North Okanagan into a playful winter paradise. Ski or snowboard at an alpine resort, snowshoe through a silent forest, or glide cross-country along track-set trails to a cozy log cabin. And don’t miss events that highlight snowy fun such as the Silver Star Light Up Festival and Vernon Winter Carnival.

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Spring

Blossoming orchards and a greening valley bottom coupled with snow in the mountains means that visitors can participate in almost every outdoor activity. Enjoy a morning ski plus an afternoon tee time, or a high-country snowshoe and an invigorating SUP, in early spring, along with events like the SEISMIC Festival and S2S Ski Marathon that deliver spring skiing vibes. Later in the season, enjoy hiking, trail running, and mountain biking at all elevations.

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Summer

Blue skies, sunny weather, and warm water in the surrounding lakes, lure travellers outdoors during summer for activities and events like the Silver Star Beer & Cider Festival. Hike up to a valley viewpoint, mountain bike exhilarating single-track, float down a lazy river, or paddle on a glassy lake. North Okanagan summers sparkle, but the adventures continue all year in this four-season playground.

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Fall

Clear days, mild temperatures, and colourful displays of changing foliage make autumn an ideal season for outdoor pursuits at the north end of the Okanagan Valley. Lace up for a trail run, cycle past golden aspens next to a tourmaline lake, or walk along a creek while orange salmon swim up the meandering waters. It’s also time to celebrate the changing season at valley events like the Bloom Sunflower Festival and Harvest Pumpkin Festival.

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Explore North Okanagan

Slow down and veer off the beaten path in five welcoming communities connected by lakes, forests, mountains, and hundreds of kilometres of trails. Armstrong, Enderby, Lumby, Silver Star and Vernon welcome adventurers in all seasons to play, rest and refuel. Find your happy place in the great outdoors, at a community event, or with family and friends at a farm-to-table restaurant.

Vernon

Greater Vernon’s trail network entices paddlers, skiers, runners, hikers, and cyclists to go the distance in the Trails Capital of BC. Pair your adventures with events, great food, and fun attractions in all seasons.

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Silver Star

This colourful mid-mountain village is famous for the light Okanagan powder that settles on its downhill ski slopes in winter, but Silver Star welcomes adventurers in all seasons.

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Lumby

The village of Lumby is close to crystal-clear lakes, enchanting forests with old-growth trees, and the rugged peaks of the Monashee Mountains.

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Enderby

This small community is close to mountain trails and a growing number of wineries, as well as the winding Shuswap River.

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Armstrong Spallumcheen

Connect with the land in Armstrong, a city that embraces agritourism with farm-fresh food and events that nod to its ranching and agrarian heritage.

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