Beaches

Bury your toes in the sand at some of Vernon’s best beaches. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly beach, dog-friendly beach or sandy beach, there's a variety of beaches to enjoy within minutes of downtown Vernon. We have beaches that are perfect for standup paddling, kayaking and others where you can sit under the shade of a tree and watch the world go by. Beaches aren't just for the summer either. There's something soothing about watching the waters lap the shores in the cooler months.

Okanagan Lake Beaches

• Hurlburt Park: A perfect place to launch your canoe, SUP or kayak; this pet-friendly beach comes complete with a dock, swimming platform and picnic tables.
• Kin Park and Canoe Beach: Grassy park complete with jungle gym and shallow water.
• Otter Bay Beach: Western Canada’s only freshwater dive park located in Ellison Provincial Park.
• Paddlewheel Park Beach: A local’s favourite with a boat launch, playground and plenty of shade.
• Sandy Beach: Quiet cove at Ellison Provincial Park where your furry friend can join you.

Kalamalka Lake Beaches

• Cosens Bay Beach: Popular with boaters, there is plenty of space to stretch out and is pet-friendly at the eastern end of the beach.
• Pet Beach at Kalamalka Provincial Park: Pet-friendly, stony beach a short 1 km walk along the Crest Trail.
• Jade Bay & Juniper Bay Beaches: Picnic, swim and unwind; paved trail, fully accessible.
• Kalamalka Beach & Rotary Pier: Bring the whole family for fun in the sun. A popular launch point for paddle boarders.
• Kirkland Beach: A playset, shade and parking make this a family favourite.
• Pumphouse Beach: Small sandy beach that leads into rocky, shallow waters.

For a map and list of beaches in the Greater Vernon area, visit the City of Vernon Beaches page.

Email Tourism Vernon and we'll be happy to give you information on what is available at all of our beaches.