Hike The Okanagan

Mount Boucherie: Eain Lamont Loop

Distance: 5.57 km (round-trip)
Elevation gain: 466 m
Expected time (solo): 1 hr 30 min
Expected time (group): 2 hr 30 min
Difficulty: Average
Route type: Loop
Dogs: On-Leash

This is the "official" entrance to Mount Boucherie. If parking after 6pm, park OUTSIDE the gates on the street or you'll get locked in! Offers a spectacular forested walk, and stunning view of downtown at the summit.

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Carrot Mountain

Distance: 4.34 km (round-trip)
Elevation gain: 618 m
Expected time (solo): 1 hr 40 min
Expected time (group): 3 hr
Difficulty: Difficult
Route type: Loop
Dogs: On-Leash

A difficult and at times strenuous hike, Carrot Mountain (or less commonly referred to as Davidson Creek) takes you on a steady, steep incline to a wide-angled view over West Kelowna, Shannon Lake and Okanagan Lake.
Slightly confusing, there are several trails on the mountain, the best option is to follow the well-used path along the gully to the top. The trail can be slippery at times and it is recommended to wear sturdy shoes, on the incline you may also need to use your hands, or poles if...

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Bear Creek: Canyon Rim Trail

Distance: 2.62 km (round-trip)
Elevation gain: 232 m
Expected time (solo): 40 min
Expected time (group): 50 min
Difficulty: Easy
Route type: Loop
Dogs: On-Leash

Still closed as of April 2026!
Dedicated to trail constructer, BC Parks Ranger Dave Brewer, who designed the trail in 1981, the Bear Creek Canyon Rim trail is manageable for hikers of all difficulties. It's important to note that the trail parking lot is closed from mid-October until the spring; however, parking roadside is available.The trail entails staircases and bridges and takes you along the rim of the canyon to upper viewpoints of Okanagan Lake and downtown Kelowna. The creek below...

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Goat's Peak

Distance: 6.06 km (round-trip)
Elevation gain: 348 m
Expected time (solo): 2 hr
Expected time (group): 2 hr 30 min
Difficulty: Average
Dogs: On-Leash
Road access: Paved

Now open to the public! Offers spectacular views Gellatly, Okanagan Lake, Okanagan Mountain Park, and Mt. Boucherie.
The trail begins as a professionally designed double-wide gravel road beyond a black metal gate, and turns into single track as it forks left up into the mountains. The trail as of 2020 is now clearly marked with yellow metal placards.

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Canyon Falls via Kuipers Park

Distance: 1.5 km (round-trip)
Elevation gain: 90 m
Expected time (solo): 30 min
Difficulty: Average
Dogs: Not Suggested

Crawford/Canyon falls is an absolute gem of Kelowna and is a must-see for everyone. Prior to the end of Summer 2014, this trail required a very steep descent down ropes. However, the City of Kelowna has gone in and completely revamped the trail. It is now substantially less steep and doesn't require any ropes. Though, due to flooding in 2017, the trail was closed due to instability of the cliffside. It remains closed now in July 2018.After arriving at the first waterfall, continue up the...

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Little White Mountain (Highland Trail)

Distance: 10.78 km (round-trip)
Elevation gain: 598 m
Expected time (solo): 3 hr 30 min
Difficulty: Difficult
Dogs: On-Leash

This gorgeous alpine hike extends into the forest south of Myra and west of Idabel Lake. It offers a short but challenging ascent, followed by a beautiful plateau with meadows, ponds, and ridge-line views of the valleys. ABSOLUTELY do not attempt this hike prior to mid-June as the snow will likely still be covering substantial portions of the trail!

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New event: Knox Mountain
Sunday, September 6, 2026 at 8:00 am
Hosted by: Rick F.
Details / RSVP: https://www.hiketheokanagan.com/events/?s=knox-mountain

New event: Myra Canyon Trestles (Ruth to Myra Station)
Date and time available to attendees and ticket holders
Hosted by: Rick F.
Details / RSVP: https://www.hiketheokanagan.com/events/?s=myra-canyon-trestles-ruth-to-myra-station