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Sports & Recreation
Atlantis Vatnsglíður
7921 Greenhow RdA fun place for families to visit - 20 min drive from the Vita
The Rise Golf Course
8800 Rising View Way10 min drive from The Vita
Predator Ridge Resort
301 Village Centre PlGolf course 15 min drive from The Vita
Oyama Zipline Adventure Park
5617 Oyama Lake Rd25 min drive from Zip Lining!
Kalavida Surf Shop
13908 Kalamalka RdRent a paddle board, 12 min drive away!
The Okanagan Rail Trail was created by converting a decommissioned railway track into a multi-use pathway. The trail’s near-level surface means it can safely support use by all ages, abilities and activities.
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Okanagan Rail Trail
The Okanagan Rail Trail was created by converting a decommissioned railway track into a multi-use pathway. The trail’s near-level surface means it can safely support use by all ages, abilities and activities.
Discover this 4.2-mile out-and-back trail near Vernon, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 48 min to complete. This trail is great for cross-country skiing, hiking, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
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BX Creek & Falls Trail
7373 Tillicum RdDiscover this 4.2-mile out-and-back trail near Vernon, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 48 min to complete. This trail is great for cross-country skiing, hiking, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
With 132 runs, abundant champagne powder and a true ski-in, ski-out village, SilverStar Resort provides affordable, family-friendly fun and an unforgettable experience.
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SilverStar Mountain Resort
123 Shortt StWith 132 runs, abundant champagne powder and a true ski-in, ski-out village, SilverStar Resort provides affordable, family-friendly fun and an unforgettable experience.
North Okanagan Sailing Assn
7801 Okanagan Landing Road2 min drive from the Vita
Canada's 2nd biggest bike park comes alive in our vast network of downhill, enduro and cross country trails with arguably the best flow park out of anywhere in the world. Experience one of Canada's premiere bike parks.
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Silver Star Mountain
Canada's 2nd biggest bike park comes alive in our vast network of downhill, enduro and cross country trails with arguably the best flow park out of anywhere in the world. Experience one of Canada's premiere bike parks.
Marshall Fields Covered Pickleball facility has 12 divided regulation courts. Vernon Pickleball Association administers the booking of court time and schedules
Vernon Pickleball Association
Marshall Fields TrailMarshall Fields Covered Pickleball facility has 12 divided regulation courts. Vernon Pickleball Association administers the booking of court time and schedules
Krafty Bikes
1013 Kalamalka Lake RoadRent an E-bike and hit the Rail Trail
Beach
Kin Beach
7248 Tronson RdRight across the street from The Vita
Paddlewheel Park
7815 Okanagan Landing Rd2 min drive to this beach!!
City/town information
Vist - www.vernon.ca and tourismvernon.com to see all that Vernon has to offer!
Vernon is a city in the Okanagan region of the Southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada. It is 440 km northeast of Vancouver. Named after Forbes George Vernon, a former MLA of British Columbia who helped establish the Coldstream Ranch in nearby Coldstream, the City of Vernon was incorporated on December 30, 1892.
Elevation: 380 m
Area: 95.76 km²
Weather: 15 °C, Wind W at 13 km/h, 33% Humidity weather.com
Population: 40,116 (2016)
Local time: Tuesday 7:11 p.m.
Province: British Columbia
Metro population: 67,086
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Vernon
Vist - www.vernon.ca and tourismvernon.com to see all that Vernon has to offer!
Vernon is a city in the Okanagan region of the Southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada. It is 440 km northeast of Vancouver. Named after Forbes George Vernon, a former MLA of British Columbia who helped establish the Coldstream Ranch in nearby Coldstream, the City of Vernon was incorporated on December 30, 1892.
Elevation: 380 m
Area: 95.76 km²
Weather: 15 °C, Wind W at 13 km/h, 33% Humidity weather.com
Population: 40,116 (2016)
Local time: Tuesday 7:11 p.m.
Province: British Columbia
Metro population: 67,086
When it comes to small-town charm, Vernon is hard to beat.
With a myriad of activities and attractions for both locals and visitors alike, not only is there plenty to do, see and experience, but the friendly and warm welcome extended from both locals and merchants alike will make the experience extra special.
Whether it is mountain biking at nearby SilverStar Mountain Resort, relaxing on a beach in the summer, heading to the local waterpark, learning something new at the Okanagan Science Centre or the Allan Brooks Nature Centre, experiencing the outdoors at the Historic O’Keefe Ranch, savouring the flavour at Okanagan Spirits Distillery or the numerous wineries in the area or sampling a full range of delicious local fare at numerous eateries around town, there is something for everyone.
And that extends to the unique local merchants located throughout the community too.
“We see a lot of locals and they bring in people from out of town,” says Ray Morin, who along with his wife Janet Cody owns and operates Olive Us Oils, a specialty olive oil and balsamic vinegar store and tasting room located on Vernon’s main downtown street, 30th Avenue. With its electric variety of oils, gourmet foods and gifts, the store is a must-see stop for the culinary inclined.
“In a store like ours, you get to know your customers over a period of time and you make a personal connection,” says Morin. “In a big city, that might not happen.”
He and his wife moved to Vernon from Vancouver in 2001 in search of a smaller community to raise their then young daughter.
Planet Bee includes its own meadery.
Edwin Nowek, who owns and operates Planet Bee Honey Farm and Meadery loves the appeal of a smaller community.
He started his business in nearby Armstrong 25 years ago, where it operated for six years before moving to Vernon.
He says he likes the size of the community and feels it's a lot more personable than a bigger city.
At his farm, visitors can learn, tour, taste honey and mead and shop for a whole range of bee-related products from beeswax candles to bee-keeping supplies.
“Our best promoters are local people,” says Nowek. “They bring folks from out of town when their visitors ask what is there to do here.”
The sense of local charm is also evident in many of the city’s attractions. Guided or self-paced walking tours Vernon’s famed heritage murals give a sense of community and a trip to the popular Davison Orchards and Country Village is fun for the whole family in the warmer months.
Back downtown another spot growing in popularity is Furhouse, a one-stop location for arts, crafts, textiles and unique clothing.
“We’ve been very popular since opening (last year),” says Mel Schmidt of The Simple Clothing Company, one of the businesses located in Furhouse, which is located in a large space on 30th Avenue.
Offering an eclectic array of retailer selling goods made by local artisans and artists nd creators such as her, as well as drop-in classes that cater to creative folks aged five to 85, Schmidt said Furhouse has become a popular meeting place in the community and that popularity is spreading through word of mouth.
“We are getting a lot of people dropping by and taking tours,” she says, adding it’s common for folks to bring their friends and family.
Over at the Caetani Centre, a heritage house that is the former home of renowned local artist, writer, mentor and teacher the late Sveva Caetani, known during her life as “the Countess” because of her aristocratic Italian background, Susan Brandoli, the executive director of the centre says the warm, smaller town charm of Vernon is reflected in many of the events held at the 125-year-old house and in its gardens.
“We have collections here and a museum and we offer tours,” she says. In July, the centre will host a music festival.
So, if you are looking for a place with plenty to do and see, friendly folks with a welcome as bright as the Okanagan sun, Vernon checks all the boxes and does it with the so small-town B.C. charm it will bring a smile to your face too.
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Vernon
When it comes to small-town charm, Vernon is hard to beat.
With a myriad of activities and attractions for both locals and visitors alike, not only is there plenty to do, see and experience, but the friendly and warm welcome extended from both locals and merchants alike will make the experience extra special.
Whether it is mountain biking at nearby SilverStar Mountain Resort, relaxing on a beach in the summer, heading to the local waterpark, learning something new at the Okanagan Science Centre or the Allan Brooks Nature Centre, experiencing the outdoors at the Historic O’Keefe Ranch, savouring the flavour at Okanagan Spirits Distillery or the numerous wineries in the area or sampling a full range of delicious local fare at numerous eateries around town, there is something for everyone.
And that extends to the unique local merchants located throughout the community too.
“We see a lot of locals and they bring in people from out of town,” says Ray Morin, who along with his wife Janet Cody owns and operates Olive Us Oils, a specialty olive oil and balsamic vinegar store and tasting room located on Vernon’s main downtown street, 30th Avenue. With its electric variety of oils, gourmet foods and gifts, the store is a must-see stop for the culinary inclined.
“In a store like ours, you get to know your customers over a period of time and you make a personal connection,” says Morin. “In a big city, that might not happen.”
He and his wife moved to Vernon from Vancouver in 2001 in search of a smaller community to raise their then young daughter.
Planet Bee includes its own meadery.
Edwin Nowek, who owns and operates Planet Bee Honey Farm and Meadery loves the appeal of a smaller community.
He started his business in nearby Armstrong 25 years ago, where it operated for six years before moving to Vernon.
He says he likes the size of the community and feels it's a lot more personable than a bigger city.
At his farm, visitors can learn, tour, taste honey and mead and shop for a whole range of bee-related products from beeswax candles to bee-keeping supplies.
“Our best promoters are local people,” says Nowek. “They bring folks from out of town when their visitors ask what is there to do here.”
The sense of local charm is also evident in many of the city’s attractions. Guided or self-paced walking tours Vernon’s famed heritage murals give a sense of community and a trip to the popular Davison Orchards and Country Village is fun for the whole family in the warmer months.
Back downtown another spot growing in popularity is Furhouse, a one-stop location for arts, crafts, textiles and unique clothing.
“We’ve been very popular since opening (last year),” says Mel Schmidt of The Simple Clothing Company, one of the businesses located in Furhouse, which is located in a large space on 30th Avenue.
Offering an eclectic array of retailer selling goods made by local artisans and artists nd creators such as her, as well as drop-in classes that cater to creative folks aged five to 85, Schmidt said Furhouse has become a popular meeting place in the community and that popularity is spreading through word of mouth.
“We are getting a lot of people dropping by and taking tours,” she says, adding it’s common for folks to bring their friends and family.
Over at the Caetani Centre, a heritage house that is the former home of renowned local artist, writer, mentor and teacher the late Sveva Caetani, known during her life as “the Countess” because of her aristocratic Italian background, Susan Brandoli, the executive director of the centre says the warm, smaller town charm of Vernon is reflected in many of the events held at the 125-year-old house and in its gardens.
“We have collections here and a museum and we offer tours,” she says. In July, the centre will host a music festival.
So, if you are looking for a place with plenty to do and see, friendly folks with a welcome as bright as the Okanagan sun, Vernon checks all the boxes and does it with the so small-town B.C. charm it will bring a smile to your face too.
Food scene
Amazing coffee, food and an Art Gallary all in one!!
The 25 min drive is worth it :)
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Lake Country Coffee House
10356 Bottom Wood Lake RdAmazing coffee, food and an Art Gallary all in one!!
The 25 min drive is worth it :)
Bamboo Beach Fusion Grille
3313 30th AveIntermezzo Restaurant and Wine Cellar
3206 34 AveFresh Lemongrass Vietnamese Restaurant
3107 48 AveAttraction
Planet Bee Honey Farm & Meadery
5011 Bella Vista Rd5 min drive to Planet Bee!!
Greater Vernon Museum & Archives
3009 32nd AveDowntown Vernon
Kangaroo Creek Farm
5932 Old Vernon Road30 min drive from the Vita!
Has tractor rides, homemade ice cream, fresh apple juice, winsome barnyard animals and more.
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Davison Orchards Country Village
3111 Davison RdHas tractor rides, homemade ice cream, fresh apple juice, winsome barnyard animals and more.
Winery
Intrigue Wines
2291 Goldie RdA & E's favorite winery!
Gray Monk Estate Winery
1055 Camp RdSpectacular views & great restaurant!!
Situated on the outskirts of Kelowna and Vernon, BC, Lake Country is home to some of the most spectacular views in the Okanagan. Experience 92 point wines at award-winning wineries, a handmade Charcuterie and Artisan Cheese lunch blended with stunning views of vineyards and glittering lakes.
East Kelowna
Situated on the outskirts of Kelowna and Vernon, BC, Lake Country is home to some of the most spectacular views in the Okanagan. Experience 92 point wines at award-winning wineries, a handmade Charcuterie and Artisan Cheese lunch blended with stunning views of vineyards and glittering lakes.
Cidery
The BX Press Cidery & Orchard
4667 E Vernon RdThe best Ciders in Vernon!! With entertainment!
Farmstrong Cider Company is a family based business in the Okanagan Valley making small batch craft cider on a heritage farm established in 1896.
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Farmstrong Cider Company
4300 Maw RdFarmstrong Cider Company is a family based business in the Okanagan Valley making small batch craft cider on a heritage farm established in 1896.