Parks & Playgrounds

Marine Peace Park in Salmon Arm is a scenic waterfront spot featuring a boat launch, bike and walking trails, and access to the iconic Salmon Arm Wharf. Families can relax in the spacious grassy areas, enjoy a picnic at one of the many tables, or take shelter under the covered gazebo. A nearby seasonal concession offers snacks and drinks, making it a convenient place to spend the day.

The SASCU Sports Complex and Field House in Salmon Arm, is a versatile venue perfect for meetings and small events such as birthday parties or family gatherings. Outside, the complex features multiple soccer fields and a nearly fully fenced playground, providing a fun space for kids to play during events or while siblings are at sports activities.

Giant’s Head Mountain Park offers panoramic views of Summerland and has a range of trail options suitable for families with kids of all ages. The trails are well-maintained and include benches and lookout points along the way.

Carate Park in West Kelowna features a unique nature-inspired playground, a walking path that winds between two pollinator gardens, and beautifully landscaped green space. The play area includes large climbing logs, ropes to walk on, balance steps, and natural wood elements that invite imaginative and active play. A picnic table and bench offer a peaceful spot to sit while the kids explore —just be sure to bring shoes, as the wood chip surface can be rough with sandals or bare feet.

Garnett Family Park is a beautifully designed four-acre green space perched above Skaha Lake in the Heritage Hills subdivision. This natural-style park features a woodchip playground with a long hillside slide, swings, balance logs, a teeter-totter, and climbing features that blend perfectly with the surrounding landscape.

Fletcher Park in Salmon Arm is a beautifully maintained 3-acre green space with a large playground, swings, and a fun spray park for hot days. Older kids will love the tall structure with a slide, while younger children can enjoy the other features of the playground. With picnic tables, grassy areas, washrooms, and parking, it's a great spot for families to relax and play.

Blackburn Park in Salmon Arm features two separate playground areas located side by side, making it ideal for families with kids of different ages. The park also includes baseball and softball diamonds, soccer fields, a skatepark, a water spray park, walking trails, and an outdoor exercise pod. Picnic tables, a covered shelter, a concession stand, and washroom facilities make it easy to spend the whole day enjoying the space.

Klahani Park is a spacious park featuring two ball diamonds, a playground, and a fenced dog park. There are six dedicated pickleball courts, two tennis courts, and a multi-use sports court. Additional amenities include picnic areas with tables, a covered shelter, washrooms, and lots of parking. The park is also conveniently located near the South Canoe Mountain Bike and Walking Trail System, making it an excellent base for outdoor adventures.

McGuire Lake Park is a peaceful spot in the heart of Salmon Arm, perfect for a relaxing stroll or quiet picnic. The park features a scenic walking path that circles the small lake, a beautiful fountain in the middle of the lake and benches where you can sit and enjoy the surroundings. It’s a great place for birdwatching, snapping photos, or enjoying a moment of calm in nature.

Catch live performances and outdoor festivals at Penticton’s Gyro Park, a lakeside gathering spot that’s been hosting entertainment since 1936. Located near Okanagan Lake, this 1.6-acre park features the historic Gyro Bandshell, shady picnic spots, washrooms, and space for the kids to run around.