Kelowna’s Surrounding Region
Across Okanagan Lake, West Kelowna and Westbank First Nation welcome visitors with vineyard-dotted hillsides, lakefront parks, and the Sncewips Heritage Museum, which shares the living culture of the syilx/Okanagan people.
North of Kelowna, Lake Country offers farm-fresh flavours, a chain of sparkling lakes, and a laid-back rural feel perfect for slowing down. To the south, Peachland charms with its walkable waterfront, small-town atmosphere, and access to hiking trails with sweeping valley views.
Together, these four neighbouring communities form Kelowna’s immediate region, places that share close ties while offering their own perspectives on Okanagan life.
The Broader Okanagan Valley
The valley stretches far beyond Kelowna, running from the desert landscapes of Osoyoos in the south to the rolling farmland and forested hills of Enderby in the north. Along the way, communities like Summerland, Penticton, and Vernon add their own character. Whether that’s lakeside festivals, historic streetscapes, or trail networks that wind into the surrounding mountains.
Each stop in the Okanagan Valley reveals a new facet of the region: desert vineyards, alpine meadows, sandy beaches, and fertile farmland. Together, these communities make the valley one of Canada’s most dynamic four-season destinations.
Start exploring below and discover the neighbouring communities that bring the Okanagan Valley to life.
