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Hiking Trails in Vernon, BC

Hiking Trails in Vernon, BC

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Hiking, Attractions , Mountains, Lakes, Parks, Trails

Vernon, British Columbia is a city that is situated within the spectacular Okanagan Valley. The valley is well -known for its excellent wine and fruit-producing and has some of the sunniest and hottest weather in Canada, along with milder winters that are not typical of the country. Aside from the lakes and beaches of Vernon, the city is also surrounded by mountains that are perfect for hiking. There are hiking trails on pretty much every mountain that show off the incredible views of Okanagan Lake, Kalamalka Lake, and Swan Lake.

BX Falls Trail

BX Falls Trail

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BX Creek and Falls are located on Tillicum Road just outside of Vernon, British Columbia, and are situated in forested ravines and gullies that have been naturally carved out by the water for many millennia. They are just one of many spectacular attractions within the desirable Okanagan Valley, BC, and provide a rainforest-like feel as opposed to that of the desert-like valley below. The lushness of the place can be directly attributed to the consistently moist microclimate that is created by the canyon walls and the creek working together.

Rim Rocks Trail, Vernon

Rim Rocks Trail, Vernon

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Rim Rocks Trail is a moderately difficult hike with some intense areas. It is located in the community of Coldstream and is 30 minutes outside of the city of Vernon, British Columbia, and is situated high up in the mountainous wilderness area known as King Edward. The trail takes you through logging clear cuts followed by incredibly dense forests covered in vibrant green mosses and lichens,

Rocky Ridge Park, Vernon

Rocky Ridge Park, Vernon

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Rocky Ridge Park is a small park and hiking area located on Turtle Mountain in beautiful Vernon, British Columbia, and is the perfect example of the Okanagan Valley’s arid desert-like environment. It provides sweeping 360 views and is perhaps the most complete view of the city of Vernon and that includes a view Okanagan Lake looking out over Kin Beach and Adventure Bay.

Longspoon Loop, Predator Ridge, BC

Longspoon Loop, Predator Ridge, BC

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Longspoon Loop is a scenic hiking trail located in the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia at the world-famous golfing village known as Predator Ridge. The PGA course features many different activities and amenities and has hundreds of residential homes and vacation rentals for golf lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Predator Ridge is around 15 minutes’ drive from the city of Vernon and around 30 minutes’ drive from Kelowna

Bluenose Mountain Trail

Bluenose Mountain Trail

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Bluenose Mountain is located on the outskirts of the small community of Lavington in the spectacular Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. The mountain can be seen for miles around and is about a 25-minute drive from the nearby city of Vernon. It provides hikers with sweeping views of the Okanagan Backcountry wilderness.

Grey Canal Trail, Vernon, BC

Grey Canal Trail, Vernon, BC

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The Grey Canal Trail in Okanagan Valley, British Columbia was created in 1905 to make running water throughout the valley a reality for the inhabitants who needed to water the crops of the local farms, orchards, and vineyards. By 1970 modern technology took over and it was no longer useful and it was decommissioned by the city of Vernon.

Middleton Mountain

Middleton Mountain

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Middleton Mountain is not really a mountain at all, but more of a hill that is located smack dab in the middle of the city of Vernon, British Columbia. Though this hike doesn’t take you to the top of some alpine mountain terrain, it provides an excellent trek through the arid cactus riddled grasslands that are native to the Okanagan Valley and provides a great 360 view of Kalamalka Lake and Swan Lake. Kalamalka Lake looks stunning from the top, especially in the summer months when the calcite in the water causes it to practically glow with a vibrant turquoise hew. The trail is a moderate 3.2 km loop that is great for families, as long as you watch out for the prickly pear cactus.

Cougar Canyon Hike

Cougar Canyon Hike

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The Cougar Canyon Ecological Reserve is a 553-hectare park with ample hiking trails and rock climbing spots. It is situated on the east side of the beautiful Kalamalka Lake in the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, and is around 13 km south of the city of Vernon. The ecological reserve is right next door to the popular Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park. The reserve has narrow canyons and a chain of six picturesque lakes along with wetland habitats that are perfect for wildlife viewing.

Adventure Bay Trail

Adventure Bay Trail

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The Okanagan Valley in British Columbia, Canada is filled with incredibly diverse landscapes and thus offers many different hikes for locals and visitors alike. The hike we’re featuring today is called the Adventure Bay Trail, which is located in the Vernon area and is a newer and lesser-known hike. It is the perfect trail for those looking to escape the other more popular hiking areas and see some incredible views all while getting a great workout in the process.