Beaches & Lakes

Sarson’s Beach Park is beautiful small neighbourhood park that features a small a sandy beach with a designated swimming area in Okanagan Lake. The water is usually calm, making it a relaxing spot for a dip during the warmer months.

Rotary Beach Park in Kelowna is a popular lakeside destination offering a sandy beach, a designated swimming area, and a playground located directly on the beach. The park features lots of grassy areas shaded by mature trees, picnic tables, and convenient amenities such as washrooms and on-site water sport rentals.

Strathcona Beach Park in Kelowna is a scenic and quieter lakeside spot with a soft sandy beach and designated swimming area, making it a great choice for families seeking a more relaxed day by the water. The park includes a playground for kids, washrooms, and wide open grassy areas ideal for play or a picnic under the shade of mature trees.

Tugboat Bay features a peaceful sandy beach in Kelowna’s Waterfront Park, located near the Dolphins Waterscape and the Delta Grand Hotel. It’s perfect for swimming and relaxing, with calm lake waters, scenic landscaping, and easy access to Rotary Marsh Park—a tranquil bird sanctuary just steps away. Amenities include public washrooms, seasonal food concessions, and watercraft rentals, making it a convenient and enjoyable lakeside destination.

Hot Sands Beach in Kelowna is one of the city’s most popular summer spots, located within City Park and surrounded by amenities like volleyball, sports courts, a skatepark, splash pad, and a shaded walking path. Families will love the sand, swim area, and large trees. With nearby washrooms, picnic tables, and easy access to food and ice cream, it’s a top choice for a full day of fun by the lake.

Boyce-Gyro Beach Park is a popular beach on Okanagan Lake offers plenty of shade, a wide sandy shoreline, and a large grassy area perfect for relaxing or playing. Amenities include a beachfront playground, sand volleyball courts, sand soccer area, washrooms, a concession stand, watersport rentals, and two ziplines—one along the beach and one over the water. The shallow, walk-out entry makes it great for kids, and while paid parking is available, it can be challenging to find a spot during peak times.