Kalamalka Lake
Kalamalka Lake, British Columbia
About Kalamalka Lake, Vernon, British Columbia
If incredibly mesmerizing shades of blue and crystal clear warm waters are something you might be into then consider taking your next vacation to the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia, where you will find lovely Kalamalka Lake. Kal Lake is in fact so gorgeous that I would put it up there with some of the best lakes in the world. It is a mid-sized lake that stretches about 16 km from the city of Vernon to the small beach town of Oyama.
The lake is epic at any time of the year but is especially vibrant in the summer months when its water temperatures heat up and create a reaction called light scattering. This reaction is caused by the calcium carbonate in the water becoming more active as temperatures increase and then reflecting sunlight off of its surface. It is precisely the lake’s ability to take on many shades of blues and greens that have earned it the perfect nickname, “The Lake of Many Colors”.
Kalamalka Lake is home to many excellent parks, beaches, and hiking trails, all drawing in tourists from near and far who come to witness the lake’s infinite beauty. Some of the most popular parks around the lake include Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park, Cougar Canyon, Kekuli Bay Provincial Park, Kaloya Reginal Park, and Pioneer Park.
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Kalamalka Lake, British Columbia
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Beaches of Kalamalka Lake
Cosens Bay Beach
Kal Beach
Kal Beach is one of the largest and most popular beaches on Kalamalka Lake. It features a large white sand beach, a wharf, a concession and provides visitors with many fun activities in the area.Jade Bay Beach
Jade Bay Beach is located in Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park. A short 5-minute hike takes visitors to a spectacular pebble beach that gets its name from the brilliant jade-colored water that fills the cove. This beach is perfect for watching the idyllic Okanagan sunsets that occur here every evening during the summer months.Juniper Bay Beach
Juniper Bay Beach is another wonderful beach that is situated within Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park. This beach area takes a ten-minute walk to get to and provides beachgoers with amazingly clear water and an ideal family-friendly park setting.Cosens Bay Beach
Cosens Bay Beach is the largest and most beautiful of the 4 beaches that are within the Provincial Park’s boundaries. That being said it is also the hardest to reach and requires a moderately challenging hike to get to unless of course, you have a boat. On the warmest days, the color of the water in this lovely bay glows with an intensity that is hard to find anywhere else on earth.Kalavista Beach
Kalavista Beach is a small park area with no amenities but provides a beachgoers nice quiet place for a picnic.Kirkland Beach Park
Kirkland Beach Park is a beautiful family-friendly park that is home to a brand new jungle gym and playground that the kids will love. The beach isn’t the best swimming spot but has an interesting sand bar that is fun for the kids to explore.Kekuli Bay
Kekuli Bay provides the perfect display of Kal Lake’s aquamarine colors. The beach is situated along the Okanagan Rail Trail in Kekuli Bay Provincial Park where there is a campground and boat launch. The park also boasts a large playground for the kids.Sovereign Park
Sovereign Park is an excellent locale for family picnics, sunbathing, swimming, kayaking, or SUP paddleboarding and on top of that, the water is super clear. The park has several small coves with sandy beaches that are fairly private. The park also boasts a large open grassy area and has picnic tables, horseshoe pits, bocce ball, volleyball courts, modern washroom facilities, and outdoor showers.Kaloya Regional Park
Kaloya Regional Park is a 3.7-hectare park that is situated in the village of Oyama. The park is well maintained and provides access to several beaches and private coves for swimming. This park is also a favorite for its blue water which makes for a fantastic paddleboarding or kayaking experience.Pumphouse Beach
Pumphouse Beach is located just down the road from busy Kal Beach. The beach is mostly sandy and the water is very clear making it a great spot for swimming, paddleboarding, or kayaking. The beach has nothing in terms of amenities but is just a short walk to the Kalamalka General Store and Kalavida Surf Shop.Pioneer Park
Pioneer Park is another park that is situated in the village of Oyama and features a small sandy beach, picnic tables, washrooms, a floating dock, and a children’s playground.Lisheen Beach
Lisheen Beach is a relatively unknown beach access point, even to locals. It lacks any kind of amenities but does provide beachgoers with an ideal place for a swim or a sunset picnic.Long Lake Beach
Long Lake Beach is located in the Coldstream area outside of Vernon. It boasts amazing views from the top of the trail and the beach itself is a nice combination of sand and smalls rocks. The park doesn’t provide visitors with any washrooms and is still relatively undeveloped.Mint Beach
Mint Beach is an undeveloped park that has no amenities aside from two parking spaces, and a trash can. There is a small sandy beach that is perfect for taking a swim, as well as a couple of chairs that were brought to the beach by some locals.Jameson Beach
Jameson Beach is an undeveloped beach access point in Coldstream that is situated on Westkal Road. The park has no amenities aside from two parking spaces and a trash can. It features a small beach area perfect for family picnics and for cooling off in Kalamalka Lake.Shady Beach
Shady Beach is a small slice of paradise that is also located on Westkal Road in the village of Coldstream. Though the park is pretty much undeveloped it does have some nice landscaping. The park has a small beach area and some large trees that provide shade and make this beach perfect for family picnics.
Kalamalka Lake, British Columbia
Kalamalka Lake, British Columbia
Kalamalka Lake Beaches
