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Must Visit Waterfalls Near Kelowna

Discover the Best Waterfall Adventures in the Okanagan, British Columbia The Okanagan region in British Columbia is renowned for its stunning landscapes, where lush forests, crystal-clear lakes, and majestic mountains create a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Among the most captivating natural wonders in the Okanagan are its waterfalls. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a nature lover seeking a peaceful retreat, the Okanagan’s waterfalls offer adventures that are as varied as they are breathtaking. In this post, we’ll explore the best waterfall adventures in the Okanagan, highlighting must-visit spots, hiking tips, and the awe-inspiring beauty of these natural treasures.   1. Fintry Falls: A Hidden Gem with Historical Charm Located in Fintry Provincial Park, Fintry Falls is a spectacular series of waterfalls cascading down a rugged canyon. The falls are accessible via a well-maintained trail, which includes a staircase that takes you up close to the falls. As you hike, you’ll...

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Way, way, way, out there.... and beyond....

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September long took myself and a buddy on a huge backroad expedition around Adams Lake and Shuswap Lake. I feel I got some stellar images and was able to tick off three bucketlist locations that have been nagging at me. You'll need to click the continue reading button to see the pics in this post and the video at the end. It started with a rendezvous with a friend at Scotch Creek in a non-descript white van. He suggested hitting up Johnson Lake which I'd never heard of but is 65km north east of Kamloops or a massive potato gun shot east of Barrier. After some horrific premade hamburgers we plummeted into his sloppy ruddered kayak and wiggled around crystal blue waters. Upon our return, truckloads of humans began to arrive at the forest service rec site marking the start of the long weekend so we moved on. Johnson Lake and...

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Way up the creek

South Okanagan Exploring

Had an interesting adventure this weekend. Myself and a friend ventured up onto the Okanagan Highlands above Okanagan Falls. The 201 forest service road was immaculately groomed. Unfortunately this didn't make a difference for some cherry picker workers from Keremeos who were hitch hiking do to low fuel levels while on route to a back country rave at Clarke Lake. Being the kind Canadians we were, we picked them up and delivered them to their destination. Then ventured on to Allendale lake which is totaly new territory to me. It's a man made lake with 6 forest service rec sites.  We opted to venture a bit further and try to find a spot with less humans. This took us to Solco Lake. High in elevation and off the beaten track. We managed to find ourselves a sweet campsite that was isolated from the other inhabitants of the lake. Had a moose...

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