Summerland is located on Lake Okanagan in the South Okanagan Valley, within a short driving distance from Penticton and Kelowna.

Summerland has spectacular scenery and is surrounded by orchards and vineyards. Summerland offers some of the Valley's best swimming beaches, an 18 hole recreation golf course, a 9 hole executive par 3 golf course, racquet club, tennis courts, yacht club, sailing club, curling rink, skating arena, slo-pitch sports field, horseshoe pitch, and is also within a short drive to three ski resorts.

The Kettle Valley Steam Railway is a very popular tourist attraction which is open from the Victoria Day long weekend in May (Monday prior to May 24) through to the Canadian Thanksgiving Weekend in October. (second Monday).

There are many special events to enjoy as well as a wide selection of food establishments from fast food to fine dining.

Penticton, just south of Summerland. nestled on the shores between Okanagan Lake and  Skaha Lake, is world-famous for its hospitality and recreation facilities. Naramata is just a short distance north on the opposite side of the lake from Summerland.  See South Okanagan Page for more details.

Accommodations in the area

Naramata

Paradise Cove Guest House - Set in the orchards and vineyards above Lake Okanagan, Paradise Cove has a close-up lake view that extends all the way from Penticton to Peachland. Your room looks right out over the lake, taking in the rosy glow of dawn, the spectacular gold of the famous Okanagan sunsets, and the splendor of the moonlight on the lake. 

Sandy Beach Lodge & Resort -  a 'Canada Select' four star rated resort on beautiful Okanagan Lake. It is located on 400 feet of sandy beach in Naramata BC. It is an ideal and picturesque location for a family holiday, weekend getaway, or for group functions such as weddings, reunions, conventions, corporate retreats, or sales and marketing seminars.

Penticton

Best Western Inn at Penticton - The Best Western Inn at Penticton is conveniently located to downtown and all the amenities including theatres, shopping and art galleries. Our staff will be pleased to help you discover and explore the unique character of Penticton!

Arta B&B and Vineyard - Nestled in the heart of the wine-growing region of B.C. and surrounded by nine wineries, Arta B&B offers a magnificent view of Lake Okanagan and the city lights of Penticton. Our tastefully decorated home with antiques, artwork, and treasures from China, Kenya, Indonesia and Sri Lanka, where your hosts worked for many years, provides an ideal blend of coziness and elegance.