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Welcome Osoyoos Snapshot The Syilx Okanagan Nation Art in Osoyoos Events Explore Out-of-Doors Local Parks Attractions Golf Food for Thought Nature’s Fruit Basket The Wine Route Shop Stay Town Map

Sherani Theophilus Don Urquhart Melissa Morris

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Front Cover Art Naomi Qoyllur Diaz Robledo @Qoyllur Muralist, Painter, multidisciplinary artist.

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Photography by Greg Reely

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Welcome to Osoyoos!

TALK TO A LOCAL

There’s nothing like local advice. Drop into the Osoyoos Visitor Centre to talk to a local who can give you friendly advice on getting around, where to stay, and what to see and do.

Osoyoos Visitor Centre

The Visitor Centre is open year round, please call or visit destinationosoyoos.com for current hours of operation

9912 BC-3, Osoyoos 1.888.OSOYOOS | 250.495.5070 visit@destinationosoyoos.com destinationosoyoos.com destinationosoyoos @osoyoosbc

Visitors need to know Emergencies Ambulance/Fire/Police - 911 Wildfire - 1.800.663.5555 Cell *5555

Taxi

Osoyoos Taxi | 250.408.8686 Osoyoos Eco Taxi | 250.492.9999 Oliver Eco Taxi | 250.485.5555

Transit

Transit info | 250.498.8054

Message from the Mayor On behalf of Osoyoos Town Council, staff and our residents, we offer ”Canada’s Warmest Welcome” to our visitors and tourists. We hope you enjoy our parks and trails, beaches, swimming in the warmest lake in Canada and all the annual special sporting events, festivals, art shows and music concerts. Visit our local wineries, restaurants, fruit stands, farmers markets and welcoming businesses. Our desert climate and warm sun will tempt you to return again soon!

Osoyoos Mayor Sue McKortoff

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OSOYOOS SNAPSHOT Osoyoos may be a sleepy little town by winter, but come summer the population swells from just over 5,000 people to as many as 20,000 people on a summer long weekend as tourists flock to the sun-kissed lake and numerous wineries in the area.

The first step in getting to know this beautiful lakeside town is to learn how to pronounce its name. Osoyoos stems from a First Nations word sẁiẁs, which is pronounced ‘s-wee-yous’, meaning ‘narrowing of the waters’ in nsyilxcən, the language of the Syilx Suknaqinx (Okanagan) Nation language.

During the period of European colonialism thousands of miners looking for gold and farmers driving herds of livestock crossed the 49th parallel from 1858. This resulted in the building of a customs house in Osoyoos in 1861, with John Carmichael Haynes becoming the tax collector.

Osoyoos was incorporated as a Village on January 14, 1946 and became a Town on June 30, 1983 making it one of the younger towns in the region.

Agriculture (fruit trees, vegetables and grapes for wine) along with tourism are the community’s largest economic drivers.

Because of its dry sunny climate in summer and mild winter the town is a retirement haven and also a magnet for “snow birds” from the much colder prairie provinces each winter. Seniors (age 65 and over) comprise 43 per

cent of the town population with the average resident aged 55.4 years (2016) compared to 40.8 years for the rest of the population of British Columbia.

Although many people claim the town is located in a desert, Osoyoos actually gets 10 cm too much rain each year to be an actual desert and is described in scientific terms as a semi-arid shrubland – the only one in Canada.

In 1865 the Dewdney Trail – a 720 km trail connecting Fort Hope (now Hope) to Fort Steele in the East Kootenays – passed through the narrows where Osoyoos is now situated with this trail forming the basis for much of the Crowsnest Highway 3.

The area around Osoyoos has one of the highest levels of biodiversity in the entire country and is home to over 100 rare plants, and over 300 rare invertebrates.

And the most asked question of all: How did Anarchist Mountain get its unique name? No one is quite sure, but we’ll give you our favourite. Legend has it that an early settler, and ‘wild Irishman’, named Richard G. Sidley who was appointed Justice of the Peace and Customs Officer in 1891 and the first postmaster at Sidley in 1895, named the mountain after an eccentric prospector and purported cattle thief named John Haywood. Apparently, Haywood liked to carry a stick of dynamite in his boot and when asked why, he would say it was because he was an anarchist.

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The Sylix Suknaqinx Nation Photography by Melissa Fowler |

@melissamfowler

Osoyoos is located on the traditional lands of the Syilx Suknaqinx (Okanagan) Nation that once spanned a wide swath of south central British Columbia including the Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys, Arrow Lakes region and east towards Alberta, and down into Washington State as far as Coulee City.

Thousands of years before the arrival of European settlers, the ancestors of current day Syilx people used the modern day sẁiẁs (pronounced “s-wee-yous” which means “narrowing of the waters”) Provincial Park as a crossing and as a cultural and living site. Ancestral remains and artefacts found at sẁiẁs have been dated as far back as 1,224 years old.

For thousands of years prior to the arrival of European settlers, the Syilx people were self-reliant through their own ingenuity and use of the land and resources. United as a nation and operating with a structured economy, the Syilx traveled widely across their territory; hunting, fishing, growing, harvesting, and trading which created a sustainable existence that met their needs.

Each year the first harvests of roots, berries, fish and game were celebrated by ceremonies honouring the four chiefs - skəmxist (Bear), n’tyxtix (Salmon), spitlem (Bitterroot) and siyaʔ (Saskatoon) who provided for the people.

In the winter, people returned to permanent winter villages living in earthen lodges known as kekuli or pit-houses.

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Radiocarbon dating of animal materials and disposed shells give valuable insights into the Osoyoos Indian Band’s ancestors and confirmed they lived, travelled and traded on routes extending along the Columbia River Basin as far back as 3,265 – 4,475 years ago.

At the height of Syilx culture, about 3,000 years ago, it is estimated that 12,000 people lived in the Okanagan valley and surrounding areas.

The names of many familiar towns throughout the Okanagan Valley come from Indigenous languages. This includes Osoyoos, Keremeos, Penticton and Kelowna reflecting the long history of the Syilx people on this land.

With the slow and steady influx of settlers basic arrangements for cohabitation on the land gradually gave way as colonization became the dominant force, dividing people from one another and from their way of life. As the Indigenous people across “Turtle Island” (present day North America) became dispossessed from the resources they relied upon, their self-sufficient economy collapsed.

In the Okanagan, increasing settlement, the creation of the border with the United States and British Columbia’s joining of the confederation put pressure on the BC government of the day to designate reserves for “Indians”.

Reserves were established in the early 1900’s and opposed by the Syilx people who sought to first negotiate a treaty.

THE SYLIX SUKNAQINX NATION

ałi kw̌u_sw̌iw̌i-numtax ałi kw̌u_suknaqinx We are Okanagan ałi axaʔ iʔ tmxʷulaxʷ Because our land is beautiful We are beautiful

ałi kw̌u_sw̌iw̌i-numtax , ałi kw̌u_suknaqinx , ałi axaʔ iʔ tmxʷulaxʷ

Photography by Robert Brunet

The Okanagan Nation Alliance (ONA) was formed in 1981 as the inaugural First Nations government in the Okanagan which represents the 8 member communities including; Okanagan Indian Band, Upper Nicola Band, Westbank First Nation, Penticton Indian Band, Osoyoos Indian Band and Lower and Upper Similkameen Indian Bands and the Colville Confederated Tribes (Washington State) on areas of common concern. Each community is represented through the Chiefs Executive Council (CEC) by their Chief or Chairman.

Over 500 band members live and work on the Osoyoos Indian Reserve – 13,000 hectares of mountainous grasslands stretching from Osoyoos to Oliver that reflects a small portion of their once vast traditional lands.

The OIB is one of the most successful First Nations bands in Canada having achieved financial independence and high levels of employment. OIB Chief Clarence Louie has commented that, “today we are probably the only band in Canada that has the number of businesses and joint ventures that we have on a per capita basis.”

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Chief Louie credits this to the fact the Sylix people have for thousands of years traded with other tribes from far and wide. “We are business people, we have always been business people,” he said.

For a more in-depth look into the rich history of the Indigenous peoples of this region and their close relationship to the land, visit the award-winning interpretive NK’Mip Desert Cultural Centre. It features a wide range of engaging indoor exhibits, outdoor displays and walking trails.

Like Indigenous communities across the country, the discovery of 215 unmarked graves of children at the Kamloops Indian Residential School in May 2021 marked the beginning of a tragic process of discovery of over 6,000 unmarked graves at residential schools across the country. This was confirmation of what had long been spoken about within indigenous communities, but came as a shock to much of the rest of the Canadian population.

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While no residential schools existed in the South Okanagan, children were sent to schools in other regions including children from the OIB. A small number of elders within the OIB are survivors of the residential school system.

Because of the cultural genocide practiced against the First Nations peoples, the language has almost vanished with barely a handful of nsyilxcən (the traditional language of the Syilx Okanagan Nation) speakers within the OIB. The Okanagan Nation Alliance and the OIB both have language schools which are actively working to keep the language alive amongst younger generations.

ART IN OSOYOOS The art scene in Osoyoos continues to thrive with new artistic talent constantly emerging. The artistic product includes everything from galleries and performing arts to festivals and street murals. There are several artists’ groups that are active in the area covering pottery, painting, weaving, quilting, photography, music and theatre.

The Saturday Market on Main also features various artwork and handicrafts. For Indigenous art you can visit the Osoyoos Indian Band’s Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre at Spirit Ridge.

Jacqui Keseluk Art

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C21 POP-UP ART SHOW

Century 21 Premier Properties 8317 Main St. Osoyoos The Century 21 building features a long wall that functions as a pop-up gallery with changing artwork from local artists that are part of the Okanagan Art Gallery collective.

GINO’S COFFEE HOUSE

8316 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.6652 ginoscoffeehouse.com The popular coffee shop is also a casual art gallery featuring local artists’ work on the walls and also a performance space featuring local musicians on an ad hoc basis.

NK’MIP DESERT CULTURAL CENTRE

1000 Rancher Creek Rd, Osoyoos | 1.888.495.8555 nkmipdesert.com Not only can you learn about the Okanagan people, their lands, and legends but you can also experience their art at the Centre.

OKANAGAN ART GALLERY

8302 Main St. Osoyoos | 778.437.2238 okanaganartgallery.com Located at the lower end of bustling Main Street this gallery is a co-operative of about 25 artists, mainly painters (acrylic, oil and watercolour), but also photographers and now a glass artist.

Often the gallery doubles as a bit of a studio with an artist or two creating their art and also hosts First Friday events with artists on hand and local wine for purchase by the glass.

OSOYOOS & DISTRICT MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES

8702 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.2582 osoyoosmuseum.ca Recently settled into its beautiful new facility on Main Street, the nearly 60-year-old museum features over 4,000 historical items detailing the everchanging mosaic that is Osoyoos and area. Guided historical walking tours are available during the summer months.

Painting by Claudia Punter

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ART IN OSOYOOS

Photography by Don Urquhart

THE ART GALLERY OSOYOOS

8713 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.2800 osoyoosartscouncil.com/art-gallery A great hidden gem next to the Town Hall, the gallery offers showings of original art produced by South Okanagan artists and artisans as well as further afield, throughout the year. It also hosts a Summer and Winter Artisan Market.

WAYSIDE SELECT BOOKS & ART 8317 Main St, Osoyoos | 250.486.2929

A used book store and more, this jampacked business has one wall dedicated to gallery space and features exhibitions that periodically change, often of less-known artists and first time exhibitors.

WIDE ARTS NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (WANA)

Unit 5 - 8302 Main St. Osoyoos widearts.ca With a mission of fostering inclusion and the enrichment of the community, WANA actively supports performing, visual and literary arts in Osoyoos and the surrounding area. WANA also has a tattoo business and gallery tucked just around the corner from Main Street.

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MURAL WALK For a unique art experience check out Osoyoos’ burgeoning outdoor mural collection, found on the fronts, backs and sides of buildings all over town.

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The front of the Diamond Steak & Seafood House (8903 Main St.) is the most recent to get an artistic make-over with a mural by Mavik depicting a street scene from the owners’ beloved Greece.

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The wall of the Osoyoos & District Museum and Archives (8702 Main St.) has large historical photos covering one entire side of the building. Inside the museum check out the large mural that was created to cover a large blank wall of the former Co-op packinghouse (the present day location of the Watermark Beach Resort). Created by famed artist Jack Campbell in 1989 based on the theme “what Osoyoos is and what it has”.

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Gino’s Coffee House features both an exterior painting by a young local artist Emily Muller along with a mural of the cafe’s namesake along with a southern valley perspective by Mavik, both at the back in the outdoor seating area.

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Home Hardware at 8501 Main St. features historic photos on one wall along with murals by Mavik on the rear of the building plus warehouse.

Just east up 74a Ave. is a Buddha mural by Mavik at Heaven on Earth Total Body Care & Wellness.

The east wall of the Pioneer Car Wash at 8306 74th Ave. features another Mavik mural, this time portraying water sport fun on Osoyoos Lake.

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The wall of Fields Department Store behind the Bank of Montreal 8502 Main St. features a “postcard mural” with different aspects of Osoyoos.

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 173 hall has three of its walls covered in stunning imagery created with spray paint by local artist Mavik. 8310 78 Ave.

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The back wall of 8302 Main St. features a heart done in tattoo style, also by Mavik.

Quebec artist Dominic Lessard’s art depicting the work of seasonal workers is located at 8501 Main St. across from the Nesters Market/BC Liquor store parking lot.

In front of the Sonora Community Centre at 8505 68th Ave is a unique tiled mural. The Osoyoos Portuguese Commemorative Mural features over 400 tiles depicting Portuguese orchard workers picking apples in their Osoyoos orchard.

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EVENTS

EVENTS

Photography by Greg Reely

Nothing says Osoyoos like festivals! Each year the town hosts a large variety of festivals year round. There are festivals celebrating everything from the all-mighty grape to beer and cider, cherries, cars, and more traditional events like Halloween and Christmas.

And for the sturdy of heart, there is the annual Desert Dip in the chilly waters of Osoyoos Lake January 1. And let’s not forget the long weekends from Victoria Day, to Canada Day all the way up to Thanksgiving. During the summer weekends many of the wineries around Osoyoos offer live music, some with food trucks.

The fun just never stops!

OTHER MURALS

Three more locations feature outdoor murals which are a bit further off the downtown area but are still easily accessible.

Sessions Outdoor Sports store at 7214 97th St. has murals on three walls painted in vibrant colours featuring people playing various sports by Guatemalan artist Alexander Lopez.

Desert Surfside Waterfront Accommodations at 7310 Main St. features a large mural of a woman waterskiing on the western side of the building.

Goodman Park on the shores of the South Basin of Osoyoos Lake features a mural by local artists Sharon Leonard and Nancy Gray portraying the lake scenery of the area. Originally installed at the Town Hall park in 2015, it was moved to the present location a few years ago.

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SEASONAL FIRST FRIDAY RECEPTION

Art and cultural venues around Osoyoos host a monthly First Friday event on the first Friday of each month year-round. It’s a chance to get out, view some art, chat with artists and watch some at work.

Some refreshments are typically available.

Participants include: Okanagan Art Gallery, Wayside Select Books and Art, C21 Pop-Up Art Show,The Art Gallery Osoyoos (TAGO) and Osoyoos Museum.

OSOYOOS MUSIC IN THE PARK

Gyro Park Bandshell Free live music every Friday evening 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. from June 27 to August 29. This year’s season kicks off on Saturday, June 14 with the Osoyoos Children’s Concert at Osoyoos Town Hall Park from 1-3 p.m. osoyoosmusicinthepark.com

WINE COUNTRY DRAG RACING May 3-4, 24-25; June 14-15; Sept. 20-21 and Oct. 4-5, Osoyoos Airport, Weekend drag racing events at the Osoyoos Airport winecountryracing.ca

JANUARY

7TH ANNUAL DESERT DIP

January 1 Nothing like a New Year’s dip in the lake to clear the brain fog from celebrations the night before! Now in its seventh year a bonfire and heating tent have pumped up the comfort level significantly. The Gyro Park washrooms are specially opened for the event as well.

FIRST RESPONDERS GALA

Hosted by Rotary Club of Osoyoos, to recognize and honour the dedication of local first responders . Usually held in January.

APRIL

OSOYOOS OYSTER FESTIVAL

April 17-18 The much loved Osoyoos Oyster Festival mounted a fabulous return in 2024 after a four year hiatus with two events – one casual (Osoyoos Golf Club), one gala (Walnut Beach Resort) – pleasing fans of fine wine and the briny delight of fresh oysters.

The same format continues this year.

EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA

April 4 A pancake breakfast kicks off a day of games for the kids, bike and hat decorating contests, games and of course the highlight of the day – an easter egg hunt.

All the action takes place at Gyro Park. osoyoosfestivalsociety.ca

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PIG OUT FESTIVAL

May 1-2 Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country’s everpopular Pig Out Festival comprised of an unapologetic celebration of all things pork and local wines is not to be missed. The event kicks off each year with a Guest Chef Dinner with wine paired with pork dishes.

On Saturday the festival continues with wine and food stations spread around the grounds of the Cellar Door & More north of Oliver near the District Wine Village. oliverosoyoos.com

OSOYOOS SPRING FESTIVAL

May 17-18 The annual Osoyoos Spring Festival is now in its fourth year with a new format this year. Saturday will consist of a “Taste of Mexico” featuring a variety of Latin music while Sunday will see jack and Jill & Friends along with Vincent DeCowans and Jeff Smith “Rocking the Park”. On at Gyro Park from 12-10 p.m. each day.

HALF CORKED MARATHON

May 30, 31 A highly anticipated event so popular that a balloting system is in place due to the overwhelming demand for places in the halfmarathon. The event, which is organized by the Osoyoos and Oliver Wine Country, is rather unconventional due to the fact that runners, typically in costume, run through vineyards stopping at stations along to way to taste wine. The weekend kicks of with the Primavera Party. The party at the finish line sees an afternoon of food, wine and revelry at the Oliver Community Park. oliverosoyoos.com

JUNE

CANADA DAY WARM-UP PARTY June 13, 7-11 p.m. Watermark Beach Resort Fireworks fundraiser.

1ST ANNUAL DESERT OPEN INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT June 13-15, Osoyoos Lawn Bowling Club osoyooslawnbowling.ca

JULY

75TH ANNUAL CHERRY FIESTA, CANADA DAY CELEBRATION & FIREWORKS

EVENTS

MAY

July 1 Cherry Fiesta is one of Osoyoos’ favourite events - and biggest - in a unique celebration of Canada Day that is unlike anywhere else in the country.

All day festivities kick off with a pancake breakfast followed by a parade down Main Street. Live music, entertainment and various events continue all day long, including the ever-fun cherry pie eating contest. The jam-packed day is capped off with an incredible firework display on shore of the lake. osoyoosfestivalsociety.ca

AUGUST

41ST MOUNT KOBAU STAR PARTY

August 3-11, Mount Kobau The Star Party for serious star gazers who gather atop the mountain – far above the light pollution below – which towers above the Similkameen Valley on one side and the Southern Okanagan Valley on the other.

These are the only days camping is permitted on the mountain top. From beginner to grizzled sky-veteran, all are welcome. mksp.ca

SEPTEMBER PRIDE ARTS FESTIVAL

September 6, Gyro Park The Pride Arts Festival celebrates diversity in both 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, as well as black and racialized communities with a day long event filled with entertainment of all sorts. Belly dancers, singers, poets, and musical acts along with vendors and food trucks make this a great way to spend the day. pridearts.ca

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SEPTEMBER LOBSTER ON THE BEACH

September 13 Rotary Club of Osoyoos serves up fresh Nova Scotia lobster at Gyro Park at club’s major fundraiser.

WINE CAPITAL WEEKEND

Sept 19-21, Kick-Off Party – District Wine Village, Sept 19 Cask & Keg – Oliver Community Park, Sept 20 Festival of the Grape – Oliver Community Park, Sept 21 Enjoy the hand-crafted flavours produced by a host of regional breweries, cideries, and distilleries at Cask & Keg. Browse the grounds sipping and indulging in mouthwatering morsels from various food trucks, with live music.

Festival of the Grape is a solid one day celebration of the all mighty grape: wine tastings, live music, food trucks, an art market, and grape stomping competition. olivercaskandkeg.ca oliverfestivalofthegrape.ca

DRAGON BOAT FLAG RACE FESTIVAL

September 20, Safari Beach The Osoyoos Lake Paddling Club hosts its annual Dragon Boat Flag Race which sees up to 15 teams competing from the Okanagan and also the Lower Mainland. osoyoosdragonboat.weebly.com

OCTOBER

ALL HALLOW’S EVE FESTIVAL

October 26, 27, Gyro Park The ultimate Halloween festival will see the witches return on their paddle boards and kayaks also featuring local artisans and vendors, food and a beer and wine garden. Entertainment will include circus performances and live music. widearts.ca

NOVEMBER

WINTER WITH WINE COUNTRY November 27 to 29 Wineries of Oliver and Osoyoos put together special promotions for both weekends of Winter with Wine Country and throughout the holiday season. oliverosoyoos.com

DECEMBER

WINTER WITH WINE COUNTRY December 5-7 Wineries of Oliver and Osoyoos put together special promotions for both weekends of Winter with Wine Country and throughout the holiday season. oliverosoyoos.com

OSOYOOS CHRISTMAS LITE-UP

December 5 Two days of everything festive including the Kiwanis toy drive, farmers market, Christmas parade on Main St., Christmas carols and bonfire at Gyro Beach, fireworks, and breakfast and photos with Santa. osoyoosfestivalsociety.ca

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OUT-OF-DOORS The unique environment of the Osoyoos area provides numerous opportunities for out of doors enjoyment for all fitness and age levels.

EXPLORE OUT-OF-DOORS

EXPLORE A leisurely stroll on the lakeshore, along the Irrigation Canal Walkway, or simply an amble along Pioneer Walkway are all wonderful ways to take in a bit of nature.

For the more adventurous there are longer and/or more challenging trails like those on Mount Kruger. A wide range of trails of varying difficulty cater to hiking, biking (including e-bikes), and trail running in and around Osoyoos.

Experience the Okanagan River Valley, oxbows, grasslands, highlands, and mountains surrounding Osoyoos Lake and Oliver to the north.

A refreshing glass of wine on one of the patios of the area’s many wineries at the end (or middle!) of your hike/bike/run adventure, but just remember the temperature can get quite hot so drink plenty of water and don’t forget sun protection.

Photography by Greg Reely

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Photography by Peter Hovestad

OXBOWS

With the trailhead on Road 22 by the single-lane bridge, the oxbows at the northern end of Osoyoos Lake, is a wonderful wetland area that is popular for its easy river-side strolling, as well as bird watching. In fact the protected area supports 20 per cent of the BC population of Yellow-breasted Chats, a bird species that is listed as critically imperilled in BC and nationally threatened.

MOUNT KOBAU

Soaring 1,873 metres over the southern Okanagan river valley, Mount Kobau (part of the South Okanagan Grasslands Protected Area) offers sweeping views from two short hiking trails – one 1.3 km round trip with a view overlooking Osoyoos, or a 3 km loop trail that leads in the opposite direction to the Chopaka Lookout with views over the Keremeos/ Cawston Valley. There is also a small picnic area at the trailhead just off the parking lot but be forewarned it’s a bumpy gravel road best suited to light trucks or SUVs.

MOUNT KRUGER

Mount Kruger – also part of the South Okanagan Grasslands Protected Area – is a gem sitting right on the doorstep of Osoyoos. The mountain boasts a network of multi-use trails used by hikers, mountain bikers, and trail runners.

Unfortunately the Eagle Bluff wildfire of 2023 destroyed large areas of Mount Kruger and some of the trails are now out of bounds in order to let the habitat restore itself. Check with one of the local bike shops – Double O Bikes & Sports or Sessions Outdoor Sports – as to which trails are open.

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EXPLORE OUT-OF-DOORS

Photography by Trevor Reeves

INTERNATIONAL HIKE & BIKE TRAIL

This 20.1 km trail begins at the north end of Osoyoos Lake (although it does connect with the Osoyoos portion of the KVR trail along Road 22 which continues into town) and continues past Oliver.

The flat, mostly paved pathway runs alongside the Okanagan River channel, past orchards and vineyards to the McAlpine Bridge in Oliver. Accessible to all ages both on foot and bicycle.

SẀIẀS PROVINCIAL PARK

(formerly known as Haynes Point) This is a beautiful campsite and dayuse park that is both archaeologically and culturally significant to the Syilx Okanagan Nation. The main loop trail is fully paved, and great for walking and biking. The park, managed and operated by the Osoyoos Indian Band, is also home to a wetland trail.

WHITE LAKE GRASSLANDS PROTECTED AREA

White Lake Grasslands lies just northwest of Oliver and offers a variety of hikes of varying lengths. The area is popular with those seeking to view wildlife.

OSOYOOS BIRD TRAIL OUTPOST

Photography by Greg Reely

The Osoyoos Bird Trail Outpost is part of the BC Bird Trail experience and is an excellent option for both those with no birding experience as well as seasoned enthusiasts. Exploring the Osoyoos Bird Trail Outpost will take birders to five locations around Osoyoos Lake where over 300 different species of birds can be spotted. To navigate, download the BC Bird Trail Mobile Experience to your smartphone. Visit bcbirdtrail.ca/trails/ okanagan/osoyoos for more information.

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Artwork by by Trista Bassett

IRRIGATION CANAL WALKWAY

This flat 12 km trail travels along the now-abandoned waterway that once provided water to the orchards in the area. It’s great for walkers, cyclists, and those pushing strollers.

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MOUNT BALDY

Mount Baldy, primarily a winter skiing resort, has various summer hiking and mountain biking options. Baldy Summit to Gilly’s Cabin is a 11.3 km loop trail in a beautiful forest setting. At the top, your effort is rewarded with expansive views. In mid- to late-summer the alpine wildflowers add a stunning visual component. Access from Oliver on the gravel McKinney Road or east of Osoyoos on Hwy 3 to Bridesville and then north on a gravel road.

GOLDEN MILE STAMP MILL TRAIL

If you fancy a hike through a vineyard try out the four km Golden Mile Trail which starts from the scenic Tinhorn Creek Estate winery. As you make your way through the vineyards, you will pass Fairview Townsite, a former Gold Rush town offering lovely views of Oliver and the surrounding hills. A longer 10 km loop leads uphill to the dilapidated ruins of the Stamp Mill (when the trail forks take the left fork).

LOCAL PARKS

LOCAL PARKS

Photography by Peter Hovestad

Although the stunning Osoyoos Lake is the main draw, the town features a variety of parks offering various amenities. Please remember dogs must be onleash unless at the Off-Leash Dog Park or dedicated dog beaches.

Other recreational parks cater to sports like BMX, skateboarding, baseball, tennis and pickleball.

Pioneer Walkway, the Lakeshore Walkway (east side of Osoyoos along Lakeshore Drive) and Gyro Beach Walkway (paved) are popular places to stroll.

COTTONWOOD PARK

Build sandcastles on the sandy beach and picnic on the grassy area at Cottonwood Park, which boasts colourful flower gardens, well-maintained landscaping and a paved, wheelchair-friendly walkway. Public washrooms are also available at the park.

GOODMAN PARK

Goodman Park is located along Lakeshore Drive at Bayview Crescent and Lake Osoyoos. Benches, picnic tables, and full-service washrooms are located on site. This is the perfect place to stop for a swim when walking along Lakeshore Walkway.

GYRO BEACH

Located at the bottom of Main Street, Gyro Beach is the largest beach in Osoyoos and here you’ll find shady trees, warm shallow waters and swimming areas all within walking distance to Main Street shops, restaurants and cafes. The beach also features a volleyball net and has an accessibility mat from pavement to water. Osoyoos’ new Accessibility Trailer which contains two Mobi-Chairs (floating mobility aids), and TrailRider (all-terrain mobility aid).

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Photography by Farah Florentino

LEGION BEACH PARK

Legion Beach is nestled in a cove on the west side of Osoyoos Lake, which is within a 10-minute walk from Main Street in downtown. Amenities include washrooms and showers. The beach features a grassy area, picnic tables, big trees for shade and a sandy beach in addition to a designated dog swimming area. The beach is also connected to the popular Jack Shaw Splash Park by a pedestrian tunnel.

LION’S PARK

Lions Park features a sandy beach and a large grassy area, picnic tables and beautiful trees for shade. The park also has public washrooms and a great playground for the kids. A paved walkway connects Lions Park with the busier neighbouring Gyro Park, which is a great path for walking and cycling.

OFF-LEASH DOG PARK

The Osoyoos dog park is a paradise for both owners and dogs of all sizes. Offering lake views and green grass the completely fenced space offers a small dog only area, as well as a larger area for dogs of all sizes.

Complete with ample parking, covered seated area, and a public washroom.

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OSOYOOS LAKE REGIONAL PARK

Osoyoos Lake Regional Park is located on the east side of Osoyoos Lake at 16th Avenue and 45th Street on the east side of the lake near the border. The park features many shady trees, a large sandy beach, washrooms, picnic tables, and parking.

OSOYOOS SPLASH PARK

The splash park combines the sensations of water movements and interactive play elements in a safe ‘zero-depth’ water play area. Accessible from both 89th ST, Kingfisher Drive and Legion Beach Park.

PIONEER WALKWAY

Located in the centre of town the walkway connects to the Osoyoos Trestle Bridge and features a scenic path along the water facing the south end of the lake.

SẀIẀS PROVINCIAL PARK

A provincial campsite operated by the Osoyoos Indian Band, sẁiẁs (pronounced “s-wee-yous”) is a spit of land that stretches out almost entirely across the south basin of Osoyoos Lake. The park is popular for walking and bird watching in the spring and fall and offers various summer fun opportunities.

ATTRACTIONS • PLAY IN THE LAKE • FAMILY FUN • GOLF Lying beside, diving in, floating on top, swimming through and gliding along its surface – Osoyoos Lake is the magnet that pulls people from around the world to our little patch of paradise. Nothing beats a refreshing splash in the lake on a scorching hot summer day. Lots of non-lake related things to do include paintball, an amusement park, go-karts, bowling and much more.

Photography by Karen Lundin

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ATTRACTIONS

PLAY IN THE LAKE

Photography by Don Urquhart

Osoyoos offers plenty of spots to soak in the “lake life” depending on what you’re looking for. If you like being in the centre of it all then check out Gyro Beach, or for less-touristy ones there’s Lion’s Beach, Legion Beach or Osoyoos Lake Regional Park.

For a dip with your four-legged friend, head to the specific dog swimming areas of Goodman Park, Lions Park, Legion Beach, Gyro Beach and sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point).

And one for the whole family is the Osoyoos Wibit at Gyro Beach that offers a unique water park adventure on the lake itself. For more land-based water fun for your kids, check out the Jack Shaw Splash Park.

Boating is a huge part of summer life on the lake, and watercraft of all sorts can be rented from ATB Watersports (who by the way also offer paddle board yoga sessions), Osoyoos Marine Rentals, Starlite Marina & Beach Shop, Spirit Beach Watersports or at either of three Wakepilot locations – Desert Sunrise Marina, Spirit Ridge Resort or Walnut Beach Resort.

And for those who like to fish, Osoyoos

Lake has close to 20 kms of shoreline with 43 species of fish waiting to take the bait. Just don’t forget to get your fishing license.

A new addition late last year is a safe boating station with safety information and life jackets for free borrowing located at Osoyoos Boat Launch and Marina, 8215 Spartan Drive, which has two public boat launches and a 32 slip marina.

ABOVE THE BOARD WATERSPORTS

5815 Oleander Dr. Osoyoos 250.498.9044 | atbwatersports.com Choose your sport from wakeboarding waterskiing, wake surfing, wake skating, air chair, kneeboarding or tubing. There’s something for everyone from beginners to advanced.

Photography by Don Urquhart

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OSOYOOS MARINE BOAT RENTALS

8015 Spartan Dr. Osoyoos (at the Desert Sunrise Marina) | 250.495.0808 Osoyoos Marine provides ski/wakeboard boats and pontoon boat rentals as well as equipment including wakeboards, skis, life jackets, ropes and tubes.

OSOYOOS WIBIT

Park Pl. Osoyoos | 250.462.8770 okanaganwibit.com/british-columbia A unique water park adds an additional way all ages can enjoy water recreation in an original, exciting way that is healthy, affordable and fun!

STARLITE MARINA & BEACH SHOP

7906 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.5240 starlitemarina.yolasite.com Looking for a paddle on the lake, a water cruise with the family, a fun wake board and tubing experience, or an exhilarating wave-runner ride, visit Starlite Marina.

LAKE OSOYOOS SAILING CLUB

WAKEPILOT

The sailing club offers lakeside facilities catering to recreational sailing and is composed of a diverse membership of water sports enthusiasts who enjoy sailing, kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing and kiteboarding. The club has a small fleet of sailboats.

With three locations on the lake, Wakepilot offers wakeboard and surf experiences alongside boat, sea-doo, e-foil, stand up paddle boards, and kayak rentals.

8015 Spartan Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.4540 | sailosoyoos.ca

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Desert Sunrise Marina – 8215 Spartan Dr. Spirit Ridge – 8000 45 St. Walnut Beach – 4200 Lakeshore Dr. 250.495.4195 | wakepilot.com

KARTPLEX ANARCHIST MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

No trip to Osoyoos is complete without a visit to this viewpoint just outside of town. Rising 1,491 metres above sea level, Anarchist Mountain offers panoramic views of Osoyoos Lake, the town, as well as south towards the Town of Oroville, WA. Head East on Highway 3 from Osoyoos. Follow the switchback for approximately 7 km until you reach the pullout area to safely stop.

AREA 27

127 Area 27 Dr. Oliver 236.488.0027 | area27.ca Kartplex at Area 27 operates high performance Arrive + Drive race karts that are designed to give the sensations of racing machinery while remaining safe and serviceable. After your race, head over to the lookout and gaze in awe at the world-class 4.83 km car racing circuit.

DOUBLE O BIKES

8905 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.3312 | doubleobikes.com Double O Bikes provides rentals, repairs, bikes and accessories, everything you need to get out and ride!

INDIAN GROVE RIDING STABLES

600 Rancher Creek Rd. Osoyoos | 250.495.7555 facebook.com/indiangroveriding Indian Grove Riding Stables has led horseback trail rides through the Osoyoos desert and along mountain trails for over 40 years.

ATTRACTIONS

FAMILY FUN

Photography by Don Urquhart Photography by Don Urquhart

KOBAU LANES BOWLING CENTRE

8404 97th St. Osoyoos | 250.495.6112 facebook.com/kobaulanes Kobau Lanes is eight lanes of five-pin bowling fun for people of all ages! The bowling centre is also fully licensed and open seven days a week.

MOUNT KRUGER LOOKOUT

A pullout on Hwy 3 on the slopes of Mount Kruger east of Osoyoos is another vantage point of the town, lake and across to Anarchist Mountain and up towards Nk’mip. The pullout is just over 5 km from the junction of Hwy 3 and Hwy 97 and for safety is only accessible from the westbound direction.

NK’MIP DESERT CULTURAL CENTRE

1000 Rancher Creek Rd. Osoyoos 250.495.7901 | nkmipdesert.com The spectacular award-winning Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre (pronounced in-ka-meep) is one of the Okanagan’s top tourism destinations. The state-of-theart interpretive centre is an architectural marvel sensitively constructed into a hillside. Extensive indoor and outdoor exhibit galleries create a fun, interactive learning environment with hands-on displays, education stations and two multi-media theatre experiences.

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OSOYOOS DESERT CENTRE

OSOYOOS SCOOTERS

Come experience the beauty and diversity of this unique desert environment at the Osoyoos Desert Centre, a 67-acre nature interpretive facility located 3 km north of Osoyoos.

Enjoy a guided or self-guided tour along the 1.5 km boardwalk, explore hands-on displays in the interpretive building, and stroll through the native plant garden.

Get with the hip kids and cruise around town on one of the brand new Yamaha BWS 50 or Vino Scooters!

14580 146th Ave. Osoyoos 250.495.2470 | desert.org

OSOYOOS PAINT BALL

4702 Main St. Osoyoos 250.499.0960 | osoyoospaintball.ca Both low-impact (0.50 cal) and higherimpact (0.68 cal)paintball games are offered at this outdoor facility, accommodating all levels of play.

6907 Ponderosa Dr. Osoyoos 250.408.9899 | osoyoosscooters.com

RATTLESNAKE CANYON

5502 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.3544 | rattlesnakecanyon.ca This western mining town-themed amusement park includes an 18-hole mini golf course, bumper boats, go-karts, a rock-climbing wall, arcade with over 30 games, gem panning activity, tattoo parlour, bungee tree, tilt-a-whirl and tornado. And don’t miss a stop at the authentic windmill for an ice cream cone.

SESSIONS OUTDOOR SPORTS 7214 97th St. Osoyoos | 778.437.7676 sessionsoutdoorsports.ca

For all your outdoor needs including cycling, e-biking, pickleball, running, skiing and snowboarding, and camping.

SOUTH OKANAGAN E-BIKE SAFARIS

250.689.2786 | okebikesafaris.ca The e-bike safari company, has a fleet of the latest German-made electric pedal assist Cube E-bikes offering guided tours.

SUN HILLS RIDING CENTRE 4001 Golf Course Dr. Osoyoos 250.408.9990 | sunhillsriding.ca

Explore Canada’s pocket desert on horseback with one hour guided trail rides past stunning valley views overlooking orchards, vineyards and Osoyoos Lake.

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GOLF Golfers will delight in the Osoyoos Golf Club’s two full-length courses boasting the longest season in the Okanagan. The Park Meadows course is a pleasurable “resort-style” course that is walker friendly amidst a park-like setting, while the Desert Gold course brings a new and unique links-style golf experience.

And over at Sonora Dunes Golf Course a professionally-designed, nine-hole, par-35 course with impeccably manicured greens and emerald fairways winding through the desert environment.

Photography by Greg Reely

THE OSOYOOS GOLF CLUB 12300 Golf Course Dr, Osoyoos 250.495.7003 1.800.481.6665 | golfosoyoos.com

The Osoyoos Golf Club is Canada’s only desert-style golf course with plush conditioning, affordable rates, and 36 holes of championship golf located in the heart of the South Okanagan Valley & Canada’s Wine Country.

SONORA DUNES GOLF COURSE AT SPIRIT RIDGE RESORT

1300 Rancher Creek Rd. Osoyoos 250.495.4653 | sonoradunes.com Sonora Dunes is a par-35, 2,307 metre course with impeccably manicured greens and emerald fairways winding throughout the desert landscape.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

A wide range of delicious food options from food trucks, cafes and artisan food shops to standalone restaurants and winerybased restaurants. Dotted in and around Osoyoos these foodie delights offer endless choices of cuisines catering to every craving, taste and lifestyle.

Photography courtesy of Footprint

15 PARK BISTRO

Unit 235, 15 Park Place (located in the Watermark Beach Resort) Osoyoos 250.495.5508 | 15parkbistro.com The bistro is an intimate environment well suited to both a casual evening with friends, or a romantic dinner for two.

AMBROSIA WESTERN & INDIAN CUISINE

6910 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.2227 This is for those seeking a little spicier tingling of their taste buds. Serves both Indian and Canadian cuisine.

BARN OWL EATERY & CAFE

6511 Main St., Unit 7 & 8 Osoyoos 250.689.8880 | barnowleatery.ca On-the-run brunch menu with convenient and quick items made to order. Breakfast egg sandwiches, fresh deli sandwiches, crispy potato bites (aka tater tots), smash burgers, Stumptown Coffee, nitro cold brew, espresso, smoothies, and more.

BOSTON PIZZA AT THE WATERMARK

Unit 238 - 15 Park Pl. Osoyoos 250.495.6927 | bostonpizza.com A casual dining setting with a great view and over 100 menu items including gourmet pizzas made with their signature hand pressed dough.

CAMPO MARINA RESTAURANT 5907 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.7650 | campomarina.com

This upscale, yet casual eatery offers Italian cuisine with a leaning towards Tuscan flavours.

CONVIVIA BISTRO

8312 74th Ave. Osoyoos 250.495.2223 | conviviabistro.ca Convivia Bistro is the delicious answer for Italian and French cuisine.

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DIAMOND STEAK & SEAFOOD HOUSE

8903 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.6223 diamondsteakhouseosoyoos.com The Diamond’s varied menu has choices for everyone: steak, seafood, pasta, pizza, ribs, and also Greek offerings.

DISTRICT WINE VILLAGE

100 Enterprise Way. Oliver 250.809.1869 | districtwinevillage.com This brand-new wine concept village will showcase some of the region’s top wineries in a relaxed outdoor setting.

The Village will feature a restaurant and pop-up kitchens.

DOLCI THAI

8710 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.6807 | dolcithai.com Dolci Thai is a small, family-run restaurant featuring authentic Thai food.

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DOSA CREPE CAFE

8143 Main St. Osoyoos 778.597.0245 | dosacrepecafe.com Fusing South Indian Dosas and French crepes. Gluten free.

FOOTPRINTS BEACH BAR & GRILL 1200 Rancher Creek Rd. Osoyoos 250.495.1143

Casual beach fare with direct dock access. Fun, relaxed extension of Spirit Ridge Resort.

GINO’S COFFEE HOUSE

8316 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.6652 | ginoscoffeehouse.com Coffee beverages and made-to-order sandwiches, homemade soup and daily baked goods.

MIKS FOOD STUDIO

Open for lunch and dinner the Green Side offers delicious pub food overlooking a golf course.

American + Mediterranean Fast-Food Meat and veggie platters, sides and salads, shawarma, and cheesesteak sandwiches.

12300 Golf Course Dr. Osoyoos 1.800.481.6665 | golfosoyoos.com

GYRO BEACH CAFE

17 Park Pl. Osoyoos | 250.498.1779 Beachside pizza and snacks.

INDIAN FLAME

8129 Main St. Osoyoos | 778.437.2344

O’ DELIGHTS ASIAN FUSION RESTAURANT 8323 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.2899 | odelightscafe.com

8527 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.9000 | indianflameonmain.com

Asian dishes, largely Chinese with a handful of Japanese, Thai and Vietnamese.

Serving up a wide variety of authentic Indian food items.

PIZZA 97A

JUNCTION 3 COFFEE HOUSE

6001 Lakeshore Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.3999 | pizza97a.com

Coffee and baked goods.

PIZZA FACTORY & LOUNGE

3 Harbour Key Dr. Osoyoos 778.823.0199 | junction3.ca

THE TREAT LAND

8111 Main St. Unit 105 Osoyoos 778.437.2080 Sweets of all kinds and ice cream.

LA MARQUEZA MEXICAN TACOS & MARKET

8526 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.1963 Mexican restaurant and food store offering fresh, authentic dishes.

MAMI’S PIZZA

FOOD

GREENSIDE BAR & GRILL

Pizza, Canadian – vegetarian friendly.

8115 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.2033 | townpizzafactory.com Italian, pizza, fusion, Canadian vegetarian friendly.

PIZZA HUT

8309 Main St, Unit 103 Osoyoos (778) 597-0656 | pizzahut.ca Pizza chain offering delivery, dine-in and take-out.

POINTE 49 KITCHEN & BAR

8515 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.6838

4200 Lakeshore Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.5400 | walnutbeachresort.com

Family-owned pizza and pasta since 1994.

Barbecue, American, Canadian.

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ROBERTO’S GELATO

Unit 227 - 15 Park Pl. Osoyoos 250.495.5425 | robertosgelato.com Homemade Italian-style ice cream and espresso drinks.

MOO-LIX

8324 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.689.0422 Ice cream and beverages.

QUEEN OF THE SOUTH CAFE & TAPAS BAR 8306 Main St. | 250.495.0364

Charcuterie, soups sandwiches, tapas.

SMITTY’S FAMILY RESTAURANT 8906 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.6333 | smittys.ca Family restaurant.

THE BEAR, THE FISH, THE ROOT & THE BERRY

1200 Rancher Creek Rd. Osoyoos 250.495.4660 | bearfishrootberry.com Fabulous view and equally fabulous food. The restaurant serves modern ‘vineyard cuisine’ inspired by Indigenous heritage.

THE MARKET

1200 Rancher Creek Rd. Osoyoos 250.495.4660 Locally inspired breakfast and all-day menus including handmade pizzas and vegetarian dishes.

THE OWL PUB

7603 Spartan Dr. Osoyoos, 778.437.3838 | owlpubosoyoos.com

SOFIA’S MEXICAN FOOD TRUCK

Pub snacks, burgers, pastas.

Mexican, Latin – vegetarian friendly, vegan options.

1200 Rancher Creek Rd. Osoyoos 250.495.2985 | nkmipcellars.com

9910 Hwy. 3. Osoyoos | 250.535.4108

SWEETGRASS AT NK’MIP CELLARS

SOL GRILL ROOM & LOUNGE

Contemporary North American cuisine with fresh farm-to-table innovations.

Grill, pub food and international.

THE SAGE PUB

7906 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.6884

SPIRIT BEACH CANTINA

8000 45th St. Osoyoos 250.689.5770 | spiritbeachcantina.com Hang out at this colourful little beach cantina and enjoy some Tex-Mex food.

STARBUCKS

9145 Main St. Osoyoos 250.448.4948 | starbucks.com Seattle-based coffeehouse chain.

SUGAR QUAIL BAKERY

5820 89 St. Osoyoos | 250.689.4136 sugarquailbakeshop.com Cakes, cookies and other baked goods.

SUNRIDGE BREAKFAST RESTAURANT

9913 Hwy. 3. Osoyoos | 250.242.2224 cwm45@outlook.com Classic Canadian food in generous portions.

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6403 Cottonwood Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.2322 | sagepub.ca Pub favourites like ribs, wings, sandwiches, entrees, pasta and pizza.

WINDMILL ICE CREAM PARLOUR 5502 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.3544 | rattlesnakecanyon.ca Ice cream in 48 flavours at the Okanagan’s only authentic windmill.

FRUIT BASKET

The historical tag line of “Canada’s First Fruit” remains true to this day and it’s impossible not to make the association between the South Okanagan Valley and fruit. Certainly one of the most anticipated events locally is the beginning of fruit season when local orchards and farms unfold in all their luscious glory.

Cherries are the first fruit, typically around early- to mid-June, followed by apricots, peaches and plums.

Apples are the grand finale of the Okanagan’s fruit season in the fall. The sights, scents and tastes of the region’s progressing fruit and vegetable season is an unmistakable and everdelighting local feature.

The destructive cold snap of January 2024 meant last summer saw virtually no local tree fruit but this year looks set to return to the normal delicious bounty.

Roadside fruit and vegetable stands dot the highways from Keremeos to Osoyoos and north through Oliver. You can ask a local for their favourite, but just know everyone has their own preference and you really can’t go wrong by any of them.

And while the roadside stalls are an easy option to pick up some of nature’s bounty, one fun alternative is to pick your own.

Orchards offering this option typically sport ‘U-Pick’ signs along the highway.

NATURE’S FRUIT BASKET

NATURE’S

U-PICK

U-pick farms usually offer cheaper prices for the fruit when you’re the one putting in the labour! Fruit that is sold at fruit stands and orchard markets is generally picked early on in the day markets open meaning they are just as fresh.

For a memorable family-oriented activity, this ‘freshest farm-to-table’ can’t be beaten for some rewarding fun. If you choose the self-pick option, be sure to prepare for your harvesting experience. Wear comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting a little dirty in the process. Cherries, in particular, can easily stain clothing. Wear proper footwear as you could stub your toes wearing flip-flops and other open-toed footwear.

Prepare for the weather especially in early summer and the fall where the weather can change rapidly.

In the hot summer months, it is better to pick in the mornings – most U-picks open by 8 a.m. – before it gets scorching hot (which also further ripens the fruit). Be sure to bring water to drink, wear a sun hat and slap your sunscreen on.

Most U-picks provide boxes but you may need to provide your containers in some cases. And as a general rule of thumb, fruit is best picked when it separates easily from the tree branch. Also, try to pick fruit with the stems on as that will keep it fresher longer. Check with the orchard people for any specific advice.

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HISTORICAL ROOTS

The historical roots of the Okanagan fruit industry run deep, having first started in BC in the early 1800s with

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European explorers introducing many fruits to North America. Stocks of grafted fruit trees were transported across the Americas and transplanted in regions of the Pacific Northwest where they thrived in the mild climate.

The development of commercial orchards started in coastal BC with the first on the mainland planted in 1859, seeing the rapid diversification to include not just apples, but peaches, plums and pears.

The spread to the Okanagan followed the Cariboo gold seekers and by the early 1860s fruit trees were being planted in Lillooet, Lytton, Cache Creek and other smaller settlements near Kamloops.

The first apple trees in the Okanagan were planted around Penticton by Father Pandosy in 1862, who also planted the valley’s first grapes for producing Sacramental wine.

NATURE’S FRUIT BASKET

Photography by Don Urquhart

The 194 hectares Coldstream Ranch near Father Pandosy’s Okanagan Mission saw two 40 hectares lots of orchards planted in 1892 by Lord Aberdeen, former Governor General of Canada and his wife.

These orchards included crab apples, apricots, peaches, prunes, cherries, and plums alongside raspberry canes and strawberries.

The Aberdeens even started up a jam factory to process much of the fruit. At its peak, the Coldstream Ranch was one of the largest producers of fruit in the British Empire.

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Photography by Don Urquhart

LOCAL FARM MARKETS BRAR FRUIT STAND AND ORCHARD

KAILAY FRUIT MARKET

4280 Hwy 3. Osoyoos | 250.495.6604

8800 Meadowlark Dr. Osoyoos | 250.535.1074

CASA DEL MELL ORCHARDS

OSOYOOS FRUIT BASKET

14803 97th St. Osoyoos | 250.495.3936

9910 Crowsnest Hwy. Osoyoos | 250.689.8988

OSOYOOS FRUIT MARKET

10105 100th Ave. Osoyoos | 250.485.2485 | osoyoosfruitmarket.com

OSOYOOS FARMERS MARKET May 3 - Oct. 11, Town Hall Square Saturdays 9am to 1pm osoyoosfarmersmarket.ca

A fabulous combination of over 40 vendors offering home-crafted, homebaked, and home-grown.

PEACH HILL FARM & FRUIT MARKET

97 Hwy, 9105 176th Ave. Osoyoos | 250.495.5060

SHARK FARMS

8214 97th St. Osoyoos | 780.977.1653 Hydroponically grown leafy greens and herbs.

VAN KALKEREN FRUIT

16002 89 St, Osoyoos | 250.495.2017

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THE WINE ROUTE

The vineyards and wineries of Osoyoos and Oliver in the Okanagan Valley and Keremeos and Cawston in the Similkameen Valley make up the best of BC’s premier wine industry that now enjoy global recognition.

Some of the Okanagan Valley’s top dining destinations are also located at these wineries, offering a wide range of culinary delights including an emphasis on farm to table ingredients. Some also offer accommodation onsite enabling an immersive winery experience.

Most of these wineries offer tastings typically at a minimal charge which is often reimbursed with a purchase and some donate the fee to charity.

It’s been difficult two years for the wine industry with two consecutive years of severe cold snaps that sent temperatures plummeting with the 2024 cold snap in particular resulting in a 97-99 per cent reduction in grape and wine production. Some wineries opted to import grapes or grape juice from the US, primarily from the wine growing regions of Washington and California States. Winemakers across the region continue to produce excellent wine. Substantial replanting took place with government funding support along with other resiliency efforts. This past winter exhibited more typical temperatures and this spring saw healthy bud break giving the industry a rosier outlook going forward.

Photography by Digital Maege Media

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THE WINE ROUTE

Photography by Trevor Reeves

HISTORY

It may surprise many to know that the roots of the region’s wine industry date from the 1850s with the establishment of Father Pandosy’s Okanagan Mission, and the planting of vineyards for making sacramental wines. Prohibition, from 1918-1920, brought this to an end, with the commercial wine industry only recovering in the 1930s with the first modern-era winery – Calona Vineyards.

This winery started in 1932 and remains the oldest continuously running winery in the province.

It wasn’t until the 1970s with experimental plantings of vitis vinifera grapes that the industry embarked on the start of a journey that has brought it to the globally recognised stature it now enjoys. Free trade agreements with the US in the late 1980s provided further impetus to shift away from the poorer quality hybrid and labrusca vines.

Another key transition for the BC wine industry was the adoption of the Vintners Quality Alliance designation which verifies wine origins, grape varietals and vintages.

One of the key things this did was to clearly differentiate wine made from bulk imported grapes and “cellared in Canada” versus those wines made from grapes grown in BC. Another evolutionary step in BC’s wine industry was the rollout in April 2021

of the Sustainable Winegrowing British Columbia (SWBC) Winery Standard. The far-reaching standard covers everything from waste management, water and irrigation issues, carbon emissions, soil nutrition, crop spraying, to safety issues, human resources, social equity, and even succession planning. An extensive audit is required for each of the two sustainability standards – one for wineries and one for vineyards.

This is ever more important given that sustainability issues are rightly taking centre stage in an era where climate change is increasingly impacting our lives. It’s also important for wine exports, particularly to Europe.

The region now grows more than 60 grape varieties producing virtually every style of wine across the spectrum of sweetness levels, including still, sparkling, fortified and dessert wines, and even ice wines. The Okanagan Valley and Similkameen Valley account for 80 per cent of all wine produced in the province.

More recent plantings include: Sangiovese, Syrah, Tempranillo, Trebbiano, Pinotage, Malbec, Barbera and Zinfandel, all varietals typically associated with warm climates but the devastation from the unseasonable cold has tempered the enthusiasm for these warm climate varieties somewhat.

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OKANAGAN VALLEY Photography by Don Urquhart

Stretching over 250 km, the Okanagan Valley with its stunning, sun-bathed landscape punctuated by tranquil lakes set between sagebrush covered hillsides is the jewel in the crown of the BC wine industry. Micro-climates and soil types vary from end-to-end across a number of sub-regions, each with distinct conditions, or terroir.

This is the valley of award-winning wines delighting even the most fastidious of connoisseurs with sun-drenched big, bold reds to lively crisp whites.

The Okanagan has four officially recognized geographical sub-regions, or sub-appellations: Skaha Bench, Naramata Bench, Okanagan Falls and the Golden Mile Bench. The Osoyoos-Black Sage area is often considered a sub-region with its own unique terroir but currently lacks official designation as such.

A key factor in Okanagan Valley’s uniqueness for wine production is its climate. Daytime temperatures can reach 40°C, but the cool nights allow the grapes to maintain their natural acidity.

The hot days and cool nights produce wines with ripe fruit character, fused with a distinctive acidity. This unique growth profile is widely recognized as a signature trait in BC wine and an important factor in its superlative quality.

Interestingly, the Okanagan Valley is also warmer and more arid than California’s Napa Valley, and gets nearly two hours more sunlight per day during the peak growing season because of its northern latitude.

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The Golden Mile Bench is aptly named, as this sun-drenched shoulder on the west side of the valley running from Oliver towards Osoyoos was the first sub-region demarcated in 2015. Its southern facing aspect provides a warm climate with morning sun, rather than afternoon sunshine, making it a cooler microclimate than those located on, or across the valley floor.

This makes it ideal for full-flavoured white wines such as Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay, alongside bright fruity reds like Merlot and Cabernet Franc.

With an average of 1,484 growing days the soil in the Golden Mile Bench features well-drained fluvial fans of stony gravelly, sandy loams or gravelly, loamy sands.

BLACK SAGE/OSOYOOS Stretching from just north of Osoyoos on the east side of the valley up to Oliver is the Black Sage grape growing area. With full afternoon sun in what is the hottest location in Canada and an average of 1,551 growing degree days, this intense daytime heat is offset by cool nights giving wine from this area big flavour with vibrant acidity.

This unique microclimate gives rise to big bold reds such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah/Shiraz, and also whites such as Chardonnay. The soil plays its part with very deep sandy glaciofluvial materials overlying granite bedrock.

Other wineries slightly south of Black Sage are dotted on the slopes around Osoyoos making them very accessible to visitors staying in the range of waterside resorts in the town. Similar to Black Sage wineries those located around Osoyoos excel in the crafting of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah/Shiraz, and Chardonnay wines.

THE WINE ROUTE

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GOLDEN MILE BENCH

Located in the youngest of the region’s wine areas, the Osoyoos Indian Band’s Nk’Mip Cellars was the first to open its doors in 2002.

The Osoyoos Indian Band should be highlighted for its early involvement in the wine industry. With much foresight the OIB made the decision to plant grapes as early as 1968 marking the beginning of Inkameep Vineyards, an early and important step towards establishing their own winery, an early start of what has become a stunning road of economic success.

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THE SIMILKAMEEN VALLEY Photography by Don Urquhart

Just northwest of Osoyoos is a hidden gem in BC’s wine industry and has been gaining ever greater notoriety for its award-winning wines. Lush vineyards in the arid land are set against a stunning backdrop of rugged, towering mountains.

The majority of the wineries – typically

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smaller in scale than many of those in the Okanagan Valley - are grouped around the two small towns of Cawston and Keremeos.

The surrounding mountains act to reflect the heat into the valley long after the sun has set each day. Similar to the Golden Mile Bench, the Similkameen

The combination of an arid valley floor and persistent winds make irrigation a challenging task in this region. It does have the benefit of keeping mildew and insect pests in check, which means vineyards can

often avoid the need for spraying. This coincides with the area’s emphasis on organically grown fruit and vegetables.

The first winery in the area was Keremeos Vineyards (now named St. Laszlo) established in 1984 with some 15 wineries currently in operation. The valley is known for its Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, and Riesling.

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Valley averages 1,533 growing days. The soil in the area is varied and includes stony, gravelly, and silty loams from glacial rock formation.

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FORBIDDEN FRUIT WINERY forbiddenfruitwine.com

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S’MILKA VISTA VINEYARDS smilkavista.com

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SEVEN STONES WINERY sevenstones.ca

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VANESSA VINEYARD ESTATE WINERY vanessavineyard.com

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SHARPE DISTILLERY sharpedistillery.com

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CROWSNEST VINEYARDS crowsnestvineyards.com

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TWISTED HILLS CRAFT CIDER twistedhills.ca

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BOTTEGA WINE STUDIO bottegawinestudio.ca

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OROFINO WINERY orofinovineyards.com

10 KLIPPERS UNTANGLED CRAFT CIDER klippersorganics.com

11 HUGGING TREE WINERY huggingtreewinery.com

ESTATE WINERY 12 3BENCHES 3bencheswine.ca

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DU SOLEIL WINERY 13 CLOS closdusoleil.ca

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CORCELETTES ESTATE WINERY 14 CorcelettesWine.ca

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RIDGE WINERY 15 ROBIN robinridgewinery.com LASS CHANCE BEV CO.

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250-495-5161 mooncurser.com

OLIVER & OSOYOOS WINE REGION

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HILLS 1 BLACK blackhillswinery.com

20 MAVERICK maverickwine.ca

2 BORDERTOWN CIDER & WINERY

CURSER 21 MOON mooncurser.com

bordertownwinery.com

OWL 3 BURROWING burrowingowlwine.ca DE ORO 4 CASTORO castorodeorowinery.com

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8 CULMINA culmina.ca WINE VILLAGE 10 DISTRICT districtwinevillage.com

11 FIREHALL BREWERY firehallbrewery.com

DOOR 12 FRENCH frenchdoorwinery.com BROTHERS 13 GEHRINGER gehringerwines.ca

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HILL 14 GOLD goldhillwinery.com

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17 LASTELLA lastella.ca LAKESIDE CELLARS 18 lakesidecellars.ca

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ORCHARD HILL orchardhillcidery.com

THE FENCE 26 OVER overthefencewinery.ca CREEK 27 PHANTOM phantomcreekestates.com FERREIRA 28 QUINTA quintaferreira.com

29 RAINMAKER rainmakerwines.com STONE 30 RIVER riverstoneestatewinery.ca 13 31 ROAD road13vineyards.com WINE CO. 32 RUST rustwine.com silversagewinery.ca

16 KISMET kismetestatewinery.com

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NOSTALGIA WINES

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CREEK 15 HESTER hestercreek.com

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NK’MIP CELLARS

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25 ESTATE CIDERY

CHURCH & STATE churchandstatewines.com

ARTEMA 9 DOMAINE domaineartema.ca

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VINEYARD 22 MYTHOLOGY mythologyvineyard.ca

34 SQUEEZED squeezedwines.com CREEK 35 TINHORN tinhorn.com SPIRITS 36 TUMBLEWEED tumbleweedspirits.com

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vinamitecellars.com

SHOP

BEACH CHIK ISLAND TIME

8509 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.463.9591 Pop-Up store 8523 Main St

BLUE BARN PET & HOBBY FARM 9150 Main St #7. Osoyoos 250.495.0480 | bluebarn.shop

CALIFORNIA DAY

NESTERS FOOD MARKET

8130 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.6818 nestersmarket.com

OSOYOOS HOME HARDWARE

8501 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.6534 osoyooshomehardware.ca

PHARMASAVE OSOYOOS

8301 C 78th Ave. Osoyoos | 250.495.7424 pharmasave.com/osoyoos

POLKA DOT DOOR

8120 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.5150

8522 Main Street. Osoyoos 250.495.2226 | polkadotdoor.net

CHEEKS BOUTIQUE

QUIRKY QUAIL

COMMON THREADS BOUTIQUE

RED APPLE

DOLLARAMA

SAVE ON FOODS

8131 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.1495 | cheekswear.ca 8318 Main St | 778.597.0700 9143 Main St. Osoyoos

DOUBLE O BIKES

8905 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.3312 doubleobikes.com

ELVIS FINE JEWELRY & MUSIC ROOM

8302 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.4484

FIELDS

8506 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.2558 | fields.ca

FLOWERS ON MAIN

8317 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.2200 | osoyoosflorist.com

HAPPY PAPER PARLOR

8304 72 Ave. Osoyoos quirkyquail.ca 9150 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.5448 Unit 3 - 9129 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.5355 saveonfoods.com

SESSIONS OUTDOOR SPORTS

7214 97th St. Osoyoos | 250.437.7676 sessionsoutdoorsports.ca

SHOE BIZ

8302 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.7795 | shoebizokanagan.ca

SHOPPERS DRUG MART

8305 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.6055 | shoppersdrugmart.ca

STELLA + ROSE,

8313 Main St, #104 | 778.363.1022

7602 85th St. Osoyoos 250.495.0277 | happypaperparlor.com

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NEEDS GYM

STRIKE THE POSE

7802 85th St. Osoyoos 250.495.0477 | needsgym.ca

SUN VALLEY PHARMACY

8317 68th Ave. Osoyoos | 250.495.2273 osoyoosmassagetherapy.com

THE CURATOR

8311 - 78th Avenue. Osoyoos 250.495.3505 | osoyoosnailstudio.ca

8510 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.6644 | strikethepose.ca Unit 1, 9145 Main St. Osoyoos 778-738-1115 Unit 3 - 8302 Main St. Osoyoos 250.408.5162 curatorsdesigns.com/osoyooshome

UNITY CLOTHING

8519 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.4456 unityosoyoos.com

OSOYOOS MASSAGE THERAPY OSOYOOS NAIL STUDIO

OSOYOOS PHYSIOTHERAPY

8301 78 Ave. Osoyoos | 250.495.2225 southokanaganphysio.com

RHONE BEAUTY LASH EXTENSIONS

WANDER HOME

Unit 104 - 8111 Main St. Osoyoos 250.528.2229 | rhonebeauty.com

WAYSIDE SELECT BOOKS & ART

8143 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.0565 | saffronhairdesign.ca

8320 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.6990 | wanderemporium.com 8317 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.486.2929 facebook.com/WaysideSelect

SELF CARE

SAFFRON HAIR DESIGN SALON 85

Unit 2 - 7405 - 85th St. Osoyoos | 250.495.7909 facebook.com/osoyoosstyle

ART THERAPY CORP.

SOLTERRA DESERT SPA

BEYOND BEAUTY HAIR STUDIO

SOUTH OKANAGAN MASSAGE THERAPY

Unit 4, 8302 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.7868 | arttherapycorp.com Unit 5 - 6511 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.4406 beyondbeautyosoyoos.com

1200 Rancher Creek Rd. Osoyoos 250.495.2119 | solterradesertspa.com 8127 Main St. Osoyoos | 778.437.2117 southokanaganmassagetherapy.com

BONNIE DOON HEALTH SUPPLIES

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SUNSHINE VALLEY FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

8515A Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.6313 8315 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.1919 heavenonearthwellness.com

LEVIA WELLNESS SPA

Unit 232 - 15 Park Pl. Osoyoos | 250.495.8312 leviawellnessspa.com

LUNA DEL SOL HAIR DESIGN

8316 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.3939 facebook.com/Lunadelsolsalon

MOVE THERAPIES

Unit 101 - 7611 Spartan Dr. Osoyoos 250.535.1199 | movetherapies.com

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8115 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.7850 8507 74th Ave. Osoyoos | 250.495.4810 sunshinevalleychiropractic.com

THE GOOD LIFE

8905 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.4425

THREE60 FITNESS

250.485.3228 | three60fitness.ca

VENGEANCE FITNESS

8404 - 97th St. Osoyoos | 250.495.7237 vengeancefitnessosoyoos.com

CANNABIS

8110 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.7321

6205 45th St. Osoyoos | 236.700.5203

BC LIQUOR STORE

DESERT VALLEY CANNABIS

BACK ROADS BREWING

MAPLE LEAF GREENERY

ORCHARD HILL ESTATE CIDERY

TOURS

Unit 226 - 15 Park Pl. Osoyoos | 250.495.0252 backroadsbrewing.com 3480 Fruitvale Way. Osoyoos 250.535.2240 orchardhillcidery.com

OWL COLD BEER, WINE & LIQUOR STORE

8613 Spartan Dr. Osoyoos | 778.437.3737 owlpubosoyoos.com

SAGE PUB & LIQUOR STORE 6403 Cottonwood Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.7179 | sagepub.ca

SONORA SPIRITS CO.

6201 45 St unit 2. Osoyoos | 250.408.8670 sonoraspirits.com

TUMBLEWEED SPIRITS

6001 Lakeshore Dr. Osoyoos 778.437.2221 tumbleweedspirits.com

Photography courtesy of DeVino Wine Tours

SHOP

DRINK

8322 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.1992

DESERT COUNTRY WINE TOURS 250.498.7316 | desertcountrywinetours.com

DEVINO TOURS

604-649-1315 | devinowinetours.com

MOXIE TOURS

250.408.9226 | moxietours.com

OK WINE SHUTTLE

250.495.3278 | okwineshuttle.ca

SAGEBRUSH TOURS

250.859.5982 | sagebrushtours.ca

SẀIẀS SPIRIT TOURS

250.689.1549 | swiwsspirittours.com

WINE TOURS GONE SOUTH

250.498.7501 | winetoursgonesouth.ca

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STAY

From budget friendly motels, Airbnbs and B&Bs to beach hotels and five-star resorts, Osoyoos offers a wide range of accommodation for every budget and preference. Several of the wineries in the area also offer accommodation for a truly unique experience staying amongst the vineyards.

Wake up to stunning views of vineyards stretching down to the lake as you prepare for a day of wine tasting, or just lazing about.

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Photography courtesy of Walnut Beach Resort

WATERMARK BEACH RESORT

1200 Rancher Creek Rd. Osoyoos 250.495.5445 | spiritridge.hyatt.com

Outdoor Heated Pool with Waterslide | Free Parking | Restaurant | Free WiFi | Fitness Centre | Beachfront | Bar/Lounge | Spa | Air Conditioning Banquet Room | Business Centre | Conference Facilities | Outdoor Hot Tub | Laundry Service | Meeting Rooms | Microwave | Pets Allowed | In room Refrigeration | Self-Serve Laundry | Wheelchair Access

SPIRIT RIDGE RESORT

Pool | Free Parking | Fitness Centre | Free WiFi) Restaurant/Bar/Lounge | Spa | Adult pool | Air Conditioning | Banquet Room | Conference Facilities | Golf Course | Heated pool | Hot Tub Laundry Service | Meeting Rooms | Microwave Non-Smoking | Outdoor pool | Pets Allowed | Refrigerator in room | Self-Serve Laundry | Shuttle Bus Service to beach

WALNUT BEACH RESORT

4200 Lakeshore Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.5400 | walnutbeachresort.com

Free WiFi | Free Parking | Restaurant | Fitness Centre | Air Conditioning | Banquet Room | Business Centre | Children Activities | Conference Facilities Outdoor Pool | Hot Tub | Laundry Service | Meeting Rooms | Self-Serve Laundry | Wheelchair Access | Bar/Lounge | Spa

15 Park Pl. Osoyoos | 250.495.5500 watermarkbeachresort.com

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RESORTS

HOTELS & MOTELS ADRIATIC MOTEL

5501 Main St., Osoyoos | 250.495.3250 Pool | Free WiFi | Free Parking | Air Conditioning | Suites with Kitchenette | Wheelchair Access

AVALON INN

9106 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.6334 | www.avaloninnosoyoos.com

Pets allowed | Free WiFi | Free Parking | Air Conditioning | Suites with Kitchenette | Wheelchair Access | Non-Smoking

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HOTELS & MOTELS cont’d BELLA VILLA RESORT MOTEL 6904 Ponderosa Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.6751 | bellavillamotel.com

Beachfront | Pets allowed | Free WiFi | Free Parking Air Conditioning | Suites with Kitchenette | Laundry Service | Non-Smoking

BEST WESTERN PLUS

5506 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.4000 bestwesternosoyoos.com Free WiFi | Free Parking | Restaurant | Breakfast included | Fitness Centre | Air Conditioning | Banquet Room | Business Centre | Children Activities Conference Facilities | Heated pool | Hot Tub | Indoor pool | Laundry Service | Pets Allowed | Shuttle Bus Service | Wheelchair Access

BOUNDARY MOTEL

7416 Hwy 97. Osoyoos 250.495.6050 | boundarymotel.com Pets allowed | Free WiFi | Free Parking | Air Conditioning | Suites with Kitchenette | Wheelchair Access | Non-Smoking

CASA DEL MILA ORO RESORT

5401 Lakeshore Dr. Osoyoos | 250.495.2373 casadelmilaororesort.com Pets allowed | Heated Pool | Hot Tub | Free Parking Air Conditioning | Self-Serve Laundry | Conference Facilities | Meeting Rooms

COAST OSOYOOS BEACH HOTEL 7702 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.6525 | coasthotels.com

Pool | Beachfront | Free Parking | Free WiFi | Breakfast included | Fitness Centre | Air Conditioning | Heated pool | Hot Tub | Indoor pool | Pets Allowed

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Photography courtesy of Spirit Ridge

DESERT SURFSIDE WATERFRONT 7310 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.2228 | surfside-osoyoos.com

Free Parking | Beachfront | Free WiFi | Air Conditioning | Microwave | Non-Smoking | Refrigerator in room | Wheelchair Access

FALCON RESORT

7106 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.7544 | falcon-spanish.com Free WiFi | Free Parking | Pool | Air Conditioning | Laundry Service

GREEN GABLE BEACH RESORT

7304 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.6828 greengablesbeachresort.ca Free Parking | Beachfront | Free WiFi | Cable | Guest laundry | Air Conditioning | Microwave | Non-Smoking | Wheelchair Access | Ground floor, balcony & courtyard | Picnic tables & communal Bbq’s | All suites have full kitchens/ kitchenettes & full bathrooms

HOLIDAY INN & SUITES 7906 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.7223 | ihg.com

Free Parking | Beachfront | Free WiFi | Air Conditioning | Concierge | Microwave | NonSmoking | Pets Allowed | Refrigerator in room | Wheelchair Access | Indoor Heated Pool | Hot tub | Room Service | Restaurant | Fitness Centre

INKANEEP POINT RESORT 16235, 87th St. Osoyoos 250.495.6353 | inkaneep.com

Free Parking | Beachfront | Free WiFi | Air Conditioning | All suites have full kitchens

SUN BEACH MOTEL

Pool | Free Parking | Free WiFi | Air Conditioning | Heated pool | Microwave | Non-Smoking | Outdoor pool | Refrigerator in room | Self-Serve Laundry

New modern suites | Most units with full kitchens Golf packages | Gas barbeques and picnic tables Air conditioning | Sun decks/ balconies | Boat docks | Small dogs allowed (off season)

6004 89th St. Osoyoos 250.495.7641 | osoyooslakeview.ca

POPLARS MOTEL

6404 Cottonwood Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.6035 | thepoplarsmotel.com Free WiFi | Free Parking | Air Conditioning | Beachfront | Wheelchair Access | Self-Serve Laundry

RICHTER PASS MOTOR INN 7506 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.7229 | richterpass.com

STAY

LAKEVIEW MOTEL & SUITES

7303 Main St. Osoyoos | 250.495.7766

PARK INN BY RADISSON OSOYOOS

9130 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.2633 | osoyoossuper8.com Pool | Free Parking | Breakfast included | Free WiFi Air Conditioning | Heated pool | Hot Tub | Microwave | Non-Smoking | Outdoor pool | Refrigerator in room | Self-Serve Laundry

WESTRIDGE MOTOR INN

Free WiFi | Free Parking | Air Conditioning | Beachfront | Laundry

Junction Hwy 3 & Hwy 97, Osoyoos 778.437.2185 | westridgeinn.ca

RIVIERA MOTEL

Free WiFi | Free Parking | Pool | Pets Allowed | Air Conditioning | Non-Smoking

6004 Maple Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.6551 | rivieramotel.ca Free WiFi | Free Parking | Pets Allowed | Beachfront

SAFARI BEACH RESORT

5815 Oleander Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.7217 | safaribeachresort.com Free WiFi | Free Parking | Pool | Beachfront

SAHARA COURTYARD INN

6205 Cottonwood Dr. Osoyoos | 250.495.7211 saharacourtyardinnosoyoos.online Free WiFi | Free Parking | Pool | Pets Allowed | Air Conditioning | Laundry Service

SANDY BEACH SUITES

6706 Ponderosa Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.6931 | sandybeachsuites.ca Free Parking | Free WiFi | Beachfront | Air Conditioning | Laundry Service | Microwave | Non-Smoking | Refrigerator in room | Self-Serve Laundry | Tennis Court | Wheelchair Access

SHIRAZ VILLA

12190 Hwy 3. Osoyoos 250.495.8040 | shirazvilla.ca

SPANISH FIESTA

7104 Main St. Osoyoos 250.495.6833 | falcon-spanish.com

RV & CAMPING

BROOKVALE HOLIDAY RESORT 1219 East Lakeshore Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.7514 brookvalecampground.com

CABANA BEACH CAMPGROUND

2231 Lakeshore Dr. Osoyoos | 250.495.7705

ISLAND VIEW RV RESORT

5005 Lakeshore Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.7696 | islandviewrvresort.com

NK’MIP CAMPGROUND & RV PARK 8000 - 45th St. Osoyoos | 250.495.7279 campingosoyoos.com

SẀIẀS PROVINCIAL PARK (HAYNES POINT)

Hwy 97 to 32nd Ave. Osoyoos 250.548.0076 bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/swiws

WALTONS LAKEFRONT RV RESORT 3207 Lakeshore Dr. Osoyoos 250.495.7033 | waltonslakefront.com

Free WiFi | Free Parking | Pool | Air Conditioning | Laundry Service

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SANI

Airport

Parks

LEGEND

Walk/Bike Trails

Sani Dump

RCMP SANI

Charging Station Fire Department Gas Station

Osoyoos Lake

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