Experience the magic of open water swimming in breathtaking destinations. Includes Canada's longest running and largest open water swim event in Kelowna, BC.
Every year hundreds of swimmers challenge themselves to swim the 2.1km distance across pristine Okanagan Lake in Kelowna, BC Canada. Funds generated by the swim are directed to the YMCA Okanagan Swims program which is solely funded by the Across the Lake Swim Society. Each year we send over 1700 Grade 3 kids for FREE swimming lessons.
06/06/2026
Some finishers cross the line exhausted. Some cross it emotional.
And some cross it with a look that says, "I can't believe I just did that."
That's one of our favourite moments to capture. The swim is over, the hard work is done, and the reality of what they've accomplished starts to sink in.
Every finisher has a story. Every smile means something.
06/06/2026
One of the things we're most proud of at Across the Lake Swim is that there isn't a "typical" swimmer.
Every summer, people from all walks of life come together to challenge themselves, enjoy the water, and be part of something special. Some are swimming their first event, while others have decades of experience behind them.
There's a place for you at the start line.
06/05/2026
Some people cross a finish line with their arms in the air. Others cross it with a smile, a splash, and the satisfaction of knowing they did something they once weren't sure they could do.
That's one of the things we love about open water swimming. Every swimmer arrives at the shoreline with a different goal. For some it's a personal best. For others it's their first event, their first time swimming in open water, or simply proving to themselves that they can.
The finish line doesn't care how fast you were. It only cares that you kept going.
Wherever you are on your swimming journey, there's a place for you at Across the Lake Swim.
06/05/2026
A huge thank you to Vorgee for once again coming on board as the Official Goggle Partner of the Across the Lake Swim events.
We're excited to continue working with a company that shares our passion for helping people enjoy their time in the water. From first-time swimmers preparing for their very first event to experienced open water athletes taking on new challenges, quality equipment can make all the difference.
We're looking forward to another great summer together.
Visit: https://vorgee.com/
06/04/2026
This is what a good morning on the lake looks like.
There's a certain kind of joy that open water brings out. The shared nerves at the start line. The friendly faces on the beach. The grin that shows up when you've finished.
Come be part of it this summer. ❤️
06/04/2026
🙌 The finish never gets old.
All the training. The early mornings. That flutter of nerves at the start. It all comes down to this moment.
Arms up. Big grin. The rush of knowing you did it.
That feeling is waiting for you this summer. Come find yours. 💛
06/03/2026
Some people come to open water swimming to challenge themselves. Others come for the quiet, the scenery, and the feeling of being at the lake with a great group of people.
The truth is, it can be all of those things at once. Just you, the water, and an experience you'll remember long after the finish.
Come join us this summer. The water's fine, the people are even better, and we'd love to see you on the start line.
06/03/2026
One of the most beautiful lakes in the Okanagan, with a distance for every swimmer:
🟢 2.5 km: a great first open water event
🔵 4.5 km: a solid step-up challenge
🟣 11.8 km: the iconic full length of Skaha Lake
And yes, the legendary Steve King is back on the mic, calling swimmers across the line all day.
🏊 Across the Lake Swim Skaha Lake
📅 Saturday, August 9 · Penticton, BC
06/02/2026
🌊 The Fresh Air Open Water Swim Clinics are back!
Nervous about open water? Want to sharpen up before your event? These clinics are for you.
✅ FREE for every Across the Lake Swim participant
📍 Bryce-Gyro Park, Kelowna
📅 Starting June 13th for 5 weeks
Whether it's your first season or your tenth, you'll get real practice in real conditions, with experienced coaches.
Get a head start: sign your online waiver now 👉 https://app.acrossthelakeswim.com/waiver/fresh-air-open-water-swim-clinics
See you out there! 💙
Presented by: Fresh Air Kelowna: https://www.freshair.ca/
06/02/2026
That face says it all. 🙌 This is what the other side looks like. Nervous at the start, grinning at the finish, and one more swim in the books.
Whether it's your first open water event or your tenth, the feeling never gets old. You showed up, you committed, you made it across.
Got a swim on your list this summer? Find the one that's yours and join us.