We tend to keep a clipping pace during the summer months. Whether it’s road trips, camping expeditions, or adventures to nearby parks and recreation areas, there is always something on…
Bluehawk Mine – Mysterious hole abandoned in the hills
All I can discern about Bluehawk mine is that it was open for a year in 1934, some gold and silver was found and then it was abandoned. The opening…
Scenic Canyon – Rock Ovens and Layer Cakes
Scenic Canyon Regional Park is a great one for the whole family, featuring a variety of trails and an opportunity to gawk at both of Kelowna's most spectacular geological wonders…
Lochview Trail – Little Known Paul’s Tomb Extension
Lochview Trail is a little-known path which is normally found only by accident while visiting Paul's Tomb. The trail starts far up Clifton Rd and accesses Paul's tomb from the…
Paul’s Tomb – Hike or Bike to Kelowna’s Famous Grave Site
Paul's Tomb trail is one of the popular trails of Knox Mountain. It begins at the Knox upper parking lot and descends gently along the slope of Okanagan Lake. This…
Stephens Coyote Ridge – Wilderness Exploring a Stone’s Throw Away
You're in Kelowna, you've done all the nearby popular hikes, and need to get a quick hiking fix. Stephens Coyote Ridge is just a few minute drive away and largely…
Okanagan Mountain – The Summit Hike
Another adventure in our series hiking mountains with loud eyesore communications towers on top but we do it anyway. Okanagan Mountain is a feast of adventure including hiking trails, camping,…
Treasure Hunting in Saipan
Saipan, in the chain of Northern Mariana Islands not far from Guam, has many attractions and the residents enjoy island activities like snorkeling, diving, hiking and caving. Saipan surely can't…
Glenmore Highlands / Wilden trails
**Note that the fire lookout in Wilden burned down in Aug 2023 during major forest fires in the area** Swinging up in Glenmore Highlands The Glenmore area in Kelowna is…
Mount Drought – Good for wanderers
On top of Mt. Drought is a scattering of intersecting ATV trails. The forest is relatively sparse and it is ideal for pleasant exploring. It's not much of a hike…