Penticton Travel Guide

Found in the Rockies between Skaha Lake and Okanagan Lake is the exciting city of Penticton. This Canadian city boasts recreational activities for everyone to enjoy, from exploring the Kettle Valley Trail to water sports out on the lakes. You can also relax on the golden sand beaches and enjoy time with friends and family in the summer, as well as go skiing in the winter. Penticton really does have everything! Visitors love to enjoy a leisurely stroll downtown, with a variety of eateries to suit everyone’s taste, including a farmer’s market, laidback cafés and restaurants. When it comes to shopping in Penticton, there's an abundance of art galleries, boutiques and unique stores.

Things to Do in Penticton

Top things to do in Penticton include rocking climbing in Skaha Bluffs Provincial Park -- there are bolted routes to follow and take on a new challenge. For scenic hiking and biking trails, explore the Kettle Valley Rail trail. Alternatively, unwind on Okanagan Beach, which offers one mile of sand and sea, as well as watersports, and has restaurants nearby for when you get hungry. Okanagan Lake also offers the opportunity to go boating and fishing. In the winter, the Apex Mountain Resort Ski Area boasts incredible skiing.

Best Time to Visit Penticton

For enjoying warm weather in Penticton, the best time to visit the city is from June to September. If you are coming for skiing, the snow is optimal around in April.