Beaches & Lakes

Sarsons Beach Park is a quiet, lakeside spot with calm water, a sandy beach, and a playground just steps from the shore. Families can enjoy a relaxing swim, picnic under the trees, or play while taking in the lake views. It’s a hidden gem for those looking for a peaceful beach day.

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.

One of the more popular beaches in the South Okanagan, Sun-Oka Beach is located off Highway 97, between Penticton and Summerland. Here you will find a beautiful sandy beach stretched on Okanagan Lake, a playground, fire pits, picnic tables, drinking water fountains, a dog beach, watersport rentals, washrooms, and change rooms.

Marina Way Beach is located on Okanagan Lake, east of the Penticton Lakeside Resort near the Okanagan Marina. Although the beach is smaller, it still provides a nice swimming area with a shallow entry into the water with a kiddie slide setup in the summer months.

Kenyon Park is a popular family-friendly spot on the south end of Skaha Lake. It offers a vibrant playground, spray park, and a shallow sandy beach—perfect for little ones.

Christie Memorial Park features beach volleyball courts, picnic tables, benches, seasonal public washrooms, change rooms and of over an acre of beach. The park includes a designated enclosed beach area where dogs can safely play and swim.

The Osoyoos Beach Walk is a scenic, stroller-friendly pathway along Osoyoos Lake that’s perfect for all ages. Starting near the Pioneer Walkway, it passes sandy beaches, mature trees, and Gyro Park.

Powell Beach Park in Trout Creek, Summerland is a great park with a sandy beach, picnic tables, tennis courts, and a baseball diamond. Families will find two playground areas—one with swings and another with a small play structure—plus seasonal washrooms.

Antlers Beach Regional Park in Peachland is a peaceful lakeside stop just off Highway 97, right before entering Peachland if you're driving from Penticton. With pebbly rocks, clear water, picnic tables, benches, a dock, and washrooms, it's a great place to take a break and enjoy the lake — and the perfect spot to teach the kids how to skip rocks.

Situated on Okanagan Lake is the popular Peach Orchard Beach Park. Children will love the splash park and playground, located right beside each other. The playground has a sandy surface and features a wooden structure with various climbing and balancing elements, ideal for children to explore. It includes a large slide, hanging rings, and platforms that encourage active play. There is also a nice sandy beach, picnic tables, a boat launch, washrooms, a volleyball court, and a large grassy area.