Parks & Playgrounds

Kinsmen Park Playground in Osoyoos is a fantastic spot for families, located near Rattlesnake Canyon. The playground features swings for everyone, including traditional, bucket, saucer, tire, and an adaptive swing. Toddlers will enjoy a smaller climbing structure with slides, while older kids can explore a larger, more adventurous structure. The park also has a wide field with soccer posts, picnic tables, and a covered area for shade. Washrooms are available during the summer months.

Tucked away on a sharp corner of Lakeshore Drive is Kinsmen Park. The park has a steep slide down the center, a teeter-totter, a digging station, a swing set, a climbing structure, and picnic tables and benches. The park is on the water and has a small beach area.

Kinsmen Playground and Spray Park in Oliver is a family-friendly destination offering a variety of water features and playground equipment. The spray park includes interactive elements such as water rings, ground sprayers, and tipping buckets, providing children with engaging ways to cool off during warmer months.

Kiwanis Park Playground in Penticton is a vibrant, family-friendly spot designed for kids ages 5 to 12. The playground features two large play structures with eye-catching primary colors, equipped with a variety of slides, including straight and spiral designs, that add excitement to playtime. Kids can enjoy multiple climbing challenges, from monkey bars and ladders to climbing walls, providing plenty of opportunities for active, adventurous play.

This park offers a playground, swimming area, and a view of James Grant Island, a protected bird sanctuary. Visitors can enjoy the historic Gibson Heritage House, picnic tables, washrooms, and lake access—though water shoes are recommended for the rocky shoreline.

Lakawanna Park in Penticton offers both a traditional playground and a splash pad, making it an ideal spot for families, especially during warmer months. The playground includes a range of equipment like slides, climbing structures, and swings, suitable for kids of various ages.

Lakeview Park in Vernon is a spacious and well-equipped playground perfect for families with kids of all ages. The playground includes a variety of slides, swings, climbing structures, and balance challenges. It’s designed with wood chip ground covering for safety and has open areas for free play. The park also features a splash pad, providing a refreshing way for kids to cool off in the summer, along with a covered picnic area for family gatherings.

Lion’s Park in Oliver is a spacious, green park featuring a colorful playground with slides, climbing frames, and swings, catering to toddlers and young children, providing a safe and fun area for them to play. The open layout of the park includes large, grassy areas ideal for running around, casual sports, or setting up a picnic.

Lion's Park in Osoyoos offers a vibrant play space by the lake, with a mix of engaging equipment designed for young children to explore. The playground includes a compact climbing structure shaped like a tree, a tower with slides, and monkey bars for more adventurous play. There’s also a whimsical fire truck play structure and a smaller climber styled as an animal for imaginative play.

Manitou Park and Beach in Naramata is a fantastic spot for families, especially those children eager to explore the playground. The main play area features a vibrant structure with multiple slides, a climbing wall, and a unique fish-themed entrance that invites kids to crawl, climb, and slide to their hearts' content. Set against the backdrop of Okanagan Lake, the playground keeps kids entertained with plenty of shaded areas where parents can relax and watch over them.