Vernon, British Columbia
Vernon is surrounded by 3 lakes, Kalamalka Lake, Okanagan Lake and Swan Lake and boasts a population of over 43,000 people. The beauty of the surrounding countryside and the excellent recreational facilities such as Silver Star ski resort, have made Vernon a major year-round vacation spot.
Vernon and Coldstream are recognized as attractive areas to visit. Located halfway between Vancouver and Calgary both are easily reached via major highways.
Kalamalka Lake, (which means lake of many colors), is of particular interest to those who enjoy the natural beauty of the valley. It is located just south of Vernon, in Coldstream. Okanagan Lake stretches from Vernon to Penticton & you can enjoy wonderful vacation time at many attractions and points of interest along both lakes.
Ski Silver
Star Mountain Resort
Storybook charm, warm
friendly staff, legendary powder, and 2,725 skiing acres greet you at Silver
Star Mountain ski resort! They have one of the highest visitor-return rates of
any mountain in North America.
Beautiful
Golf Courses
Predator Ridge, Vernon Golf
& Country Club, Spallumcheen, Royal York, Hillview, Birchdale, Salmon Arm and
River Ridge; eight courses throughout the North Okanagan make this an ideal
destination for visitors who never leave home without their clubs. Our many
miles of meticulously groomed green grass are complemented by the Okanagan's
famous summer weather and limitless vistas, creating an irresistible temptation.
Superb Fishing and Hiking
With all the lakes in the North Okanagan, it's no surprise that people love
to come here for the fishing. Rainbow, Kokanee, and Lake trout are found in good
numbers throughout the region, and there are guides and tour operators waiting
to make your fishing dreams come true.
Hikers, backpackers and horsemen will love the North Okanagan, where opportunities for exploration are endless!
Dining and
Shopping
Discover delicious meals
and unique treasures in our restaurants, shopping malls, downtown locations,
quiet back streets and hidden shops. One thing all North Okanagan dining and
shopping outlets have in common is a sincere commitment to friendly and personal
service, high quality food and products, together with very competitive pricing.
Vernon lies in the northern end of the Okanagan Valley, by Okanagan, Kalamalka and Swan Lakes. A four season vacation destination, it's surrounded by orchards, golf courses and mountains, whose upper reaches are blanketed in deep, fluffy powder in winter.
In 2005, on an episode of The Early Show, Vernon was ranked as one of the top six most desirable communities to retire to in North America by Consumer Reports.
