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Lake Okanagan

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
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Ranked #2 of 40 attractions in Kelowna
Type: Bodies of Water
Activities: Water-skiing, Motor-boating
Owner description: If you spot Ogopogo, the legendary lake monster said to inhabit these waters, you'll make headline news, but other than that, you're sure to enjoy all... more » Owner description: If you spot Ogopogo, the legendary lake monster said to inhabit these waters, you'll make headline news, but other than that, you're sure to enjoy all the recreational activities this 82-mile long lake has to offer: swimming, boating, parasailing and all types of water sports. « less
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Kelowna, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

Live here so I am a bit prejudice but if you see it you will fall in love with the beauty. Lots of boats in the summer, waterskiing and seadoos also. Busy but it is a big lake and there is a lot of places to lay on the sand to suntan. Can't get enough of it.

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Kelowna, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

135 kilometers long with 270 kilimoeters of shoreline. You can spend a long time exploring this magnificent lake. Great spots to dine (eg: Hooded Merganzer, Pentiction) that offer free slips for boats. You are much closer than any car in the parking lot. If you don't have a boat, renting one is easy and reasonable. All you need is your... More

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Kelowna, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013

You just have to come and see for yourself. The lake has something to offer for everyone. I love it and I can't wait for another boating season.

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Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

The Heart of the Okanagan. Swim, fish, waterski, wakeboard, parasail, dinner cruise, admire - - -etc., etc., etc.!!! Spans from Vernon to Penticton with Kelowna in the middle. BEAUTIFUL!

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Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2013

There is all sorts of things you can do on Okanagan Lake whether in Vernon, Kelowna or Penticton. One of my favorite things to do in the summer time is to go swimming at any of Okanagan Lake's sandy beaches. Its also a lot of fun to rent a floating island on Gyro Beach in Kelowna or rent a bike... More

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Dawson Creek, British Columbia, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 23, 2013

There is so many activities you can take in when in the area of the Okanagan. The more time you travel and spend in the Okanagan the more places and activities you will find. One suggestion is think of an activity and then try looking for more info on trip advisor. Definitely use some cross reference and maybe even check... More

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West Kelowna, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 23, 2013

Love the views. Nice walks along shore in Kelowna and west Kelowna. should have more policing of idiots on boats drinking and excessive speed. Have quit going on lake in high tourist season.

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Kelowna, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 3, 2013

beautiful warm lake which stretches between two main cities in the okanagan valley. in the heart of bc wine country. lots of nice beaches, great for all water sports

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Kelowna
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2013

Okanagan Lake is a beautiful, deep lake. There are many wonderful beaches from one end to the other. It's lovely for swimming in during the summer. This lake has a little bit of a dark side to it as well, it can become choppy or very wavy very quickly. We have been caught in these quick changes a few times,... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2013

Though I would stay a night for fun as I knew the wife of the manager. The rooms are old and smell. The food is like eating a rubber chicken. It was not worth the drive.

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