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Looking for something different to do this long weekend?

Feeling adventurous and wanting to beat the heat?

Why not give the Kelowna Paddle Trail a try?

The unique trail is approximately 27 kilometres long and is a unique way to explore Okanagan Lake, and it's a great way to visit beaches and parks.

The trail is suitable for paddlers from all non-motorized watercraft of all skill levels.

The Kelowna Dragon Boat Racing Club took the lead on having 22 buoys installed from McKinley Beach to Bertram Creek Park to create the Kelowna Paddle Trail – the organization received a City of Kelowna Sesquicentennial Grant in 2017. The buoys include a list of the beach accesses along the trail and the distances between each, making it easier for paddlers to stay orientated along the waterfront, know when a rest stop is coming up and even challenge themselves between each distance.

“The Paddle Trail is the brain child of Brad Dahl who designed and developed the buoys. The Kelowna Dragon Boat Paddling Society stepped forward to host the project, provided input, financial management and support through the full process,” said Becky Marks, Kelowna Dragon Boat Racing Club. “Our organization recognized the benefits and value this trail will have to all paddlers, residents and tourists alike.”

“The paddle trail is an amazing legacy for our community,” said Siggers. “We were excited to add it into our extensive network of Active by Nature trails to be enjoyed by residents and visitors.”



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