Summer in Penticton BC

Summer in Penticton BC-  vineyard along the KVR trail near Penticton.
Biking on the KVR (Kettle Valley Railway) trail just outside of Penticton.

Interested in summer in Penticton BC? Penticton is a beautiful city in the south Okanagan in the interior of British Columbia, Canada. Summer in Penticton is a great time to visit with plenty to see and do. There are a lot of vineyards and wine tasting tours, but if you’re looking for other things to do, the area is wonderful for outdoor enthusiasts.

Summer in Penticton To Do List

There are numerous walking and biking trails through picturesque vineyards, orchards, and rolling hills. There are bike rental shops if you don’t have a bike with you. Summer in Penticton is hot and dry and Penticton is one of only two cities in the world situated between two lakes which offer many water activities.

Summer in Penticton-vineyards along the KVR trail near Penticton, British Columbia.
A view from the bike trail (KVR) just outside of Penticton.
Summer in Penticton-the Penticton creek.
The KVR trail in Penticton that goes by the Penticton creek.

There are beautiful hikes in the area or leisurely shopping in the city itself. There are a variety of excellent restaurants and specialty food shops for the food lover to choose from.

Summer in Penticton-walking along the Penticton creek, Penticton, British Columbia.
Walking path alongside the Penticton creek.

A beautiful courtyard area behind The Dragon’s Den art shop on Front street, Penticton:

Summer in Penticton-outdoor courtyard with flowers, chairs and rock feature.
Summer in Penticton-flowers and a dog in the outdoor courtyard are behind The Dragon’s Den art shop in Penticton.
Summer in Penticton-flowers in an outdoor courtyard.

A specialty milk shake shop on Lakeshore Drive right along the Okanagan lake front:

Summer in Penticton-Chocolate milkshake with whipped cream, a brownie square and a cherry on top.
Cherry on Top Shake Shop, Penticton, B.C.
Summer in Penticton-fake cherry decorations, cherry tree and a bathtub fillled with cherries  in an ice cream shop.
Summer in Penticton-two Chocolate milkshakes on counter with faux cherry decorations.
Summer in Penticton-shelves with jars of faux cherries as decorations l

There are numerous festivals and events throughout the summer to enjoy within the city, such as the Peach City Beach cruise, a premier car show with over 800 cars on display which features a large selection of classic collector vehicles.

Summer in Penticton with Sign saying Spanish Villa indoor pool, Welcome Peach City Beach Cruise.
Summer in Penticton-Restored antique car at car show.
Summer in Penticton-Restored antique car at car show.

Penticton is a wonderful place to visit and with it’s beautiful summer climate, and all that it has to offer, you won’t be disappointed.

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