Our personal Guidebook for Vernon
Food Scene
Eatology
3100 30 StFabulous place for lunch, food is amazing.
Italian Kitchen Company
2916 30th AveOne of my wife's favourite places for dinner.
3rd-Generation, Transitional Organic Apple Orchard.
Our family has proudly been growing apples here since 1946. Today we grow more than two dozen varieties including modern dessert apples, nearly forgotten heritage cultivars, and vintage cider fruit. These sugar-laden fruit are hand-harvested and slowly fermented into delicious craft ciders which we blend, bottle, and share at our orchard ciderhouse.
Our acres of old, standard apple trees clean the air, capture carbon, provide animal habitat, and of course - produce an abundance of delicious apples perfect for crafting into cider.
Our little farm-to-table restaurant is starting small but has big heart. With a wood-fired grille at its center and an abundance of Okanagan produce to work with, we are pleased to bring you our soft opening menu - with a small selection of dishes giving a glimpse to what is to come.
4667 East Vernon Road
Vernon, BC
58 locals recommend
The BX Press Cidery & Orchard
4667 E Vernon Rd3rd-Generation, Transitional Organic Apple Orchard.
Our family has proudly been growing apples here since 1946. Today we grow more than two dozen varieties including modern dessert apples, nearly forgotten heritage cultivars, and vintage cider fruit. These sugar-laden fruit are hand-harvested and slowly fermented into delicious craft ciders which we blend, bottle, and share at our orchard ciderhouse.
Our acres of old, standard apple trees clean the air, capture carbon, provide animal habitat, and of course - produce an abundance of delicious apples perfect for crafting into cider.
Our little farm-to-table restaurant is starting small but has big heart. With a wood-fired grille at its center and an abundance of Okanagan produce to work with, we are pleased to bring you our soft opening menu - with a small selection of dishes giving a glimpse to what is to come.
4667 East Vernon Road
Vernon, BC
Jeff and Halee Fried have been farming for 30 years and their children are now the third generation committed to growing good food for great people. People ask about where the name Farmstrong came from, to answer that we need to go back.
As a newly married couple Jeff and Halee started farming in 1989. A small acreage in Armstrong was purchased and the couple built a poultry farm from the ground up. It was familiar territory as Halee's parents had been poultry farmers since the '70's.
Over the years Jeff added a beef cattle herd to the existing poultry operation. All four of the couple's children helped work on the family farm daily. With love of nature and the environment the couple always worried about sustainability and lessening their impact on the planet. In 2009 a decision was made to compost all the waste from the poultry and cattle so much time and energy went into learning as much as possible about compost.
A great product was produced that other farmers could use to enhance their soil and crops. All food and paper waste from the family home and cidery are composted on a daily basis. In 2018 son's Mitchell and Griffin purchased the compost business. The boys continue to supply organic market gardeners, wineries, orchards, garlic growers and home gardens up and down the Okanagan Valley with great compost! A number of these compost customers are now suppliers for our cidery. We believe in fostering relationships and connections to help build a community and besides they are all just great people.
In 2016 Jeff and Halee purchased a century old farm steeped with history and deeply rooted in the agriculture community of the Okanagan Valley. Looking for ways to make the farm more viable Halee wanted to explore her fascination with cider and Jeff wanted to restore the heritage barn on the site, the two ideas were married and the idea of Farmstrong was born. We are so pleased you have chosen to visit our site. Since the spring of 2016 Jeff and Halee along with their sons Mitchell and Griffin have been working hard to make premium craft (small batch) ciders along with restoring a heritage barn built in 1896.
4300 Maw Rd, Armstrong, BC
41 locals recommend
Farmstrong Cider Company
4300 Maw RdJeff and Halee Fried have been farming for 30 years and their children are now the third generation committed to growing good food for great people. People ask about where the name Farmstrong came from, to answer that we need to go back.
As a newly married couple Jeff and Halee started farming in 1989. A small acreage in Armstrong was purchased and the couple built a poultry farm from the ground up. It was familiar territory as Halee's parents had been poultry farmers since the '70's.
Over the years Jeff added a beef cattle herd to the existing poultry operation. All four of the couple's children helped work on the family farm daily. With love of nature and the environment the couple always worried about sustainability and lessening their impact on the planet. In 2009 a decision was made to compost all the waste from the poultry and cattle so much time and energy went into learning as much as possible about compost.
A great product was produced that other farmers could use to enhance their soil and crops. All food and paper waste from the family home and cidery are composted on a daily basis. In 2018 son's Mitchell and Griffin purchased the compost business. The boys continue to supply organic market gardeners, wineries, orchards, garlic growers and home gardens up and down the Okanagan Valley with great compost! A number of these compost customers are now suppliers for our cidery. We believe in fostering relationships and connections to help build a community and besides they are all just great people.
In 2016 Jeff and Halee purchased a century old farm steeped with history and deeply rooted in the agriculture community of the Okanagan Valley. Looking for ways to make the farm more viable Halee wanted to explore her fascination with cider and Jeff wanted to restore the heritage barn on the site, the two ideas were married and the idea of Farmstrong was born. We are so pleased you have chosen to visit our site. Since the spring of 2016 Jeff and Halee along with their sons Mitchell and Griffin have been working hard to make premium craft (small batch) ciders along with restoring a heritage barn built in 1896.
4300 Maw Rd, Armstrong, BC
At Bamboo Beach Fusion Grille we are setting a new standard for gourmet food. The perfect blend of East and West: our Traditional Japanese Chef magically blends flavors from around the world to create new and wonderful taste sensations. All of our dishes represent the current season and the flavors available at the time of year. Our menu offers a wide variety of items, sure to please even the entire family.
3313 30th Ave
Vernon, BC
20 locals recommend
Bamboo Beach Fusion Grille
3313 30th AveAt Bamboo Beach Fusion Grille we are setting a new standard for gourmet food. The perfect blend of East and West: our Traditional Japanese Chef magically blends flavors from around the world to create new and wonderful taste sensations. All of our dishes represent the current season and the flavors available at the time of year. Our menu offers a wide variety of items, sure to please even the entire family.
3313 30th Ave
Vernon, BC
Lobster Pot is a food truck with authentic Atlantic Lobster for all you seafood lovers.
Lobster Roll
100% Atlantic lobster (no imitation) mixed with garlic aioli and a touch of celery served on a hot toasted bun. $25.00
The Lobster Pot - Vernon
2899 30th ave
Vernon, British Columbia
The Lobster Pot Vernon
2899 29 StreetLobster Pot is a food truck with authentic Atlantic Lobster for all you seafood lovers.
Lobster Roll
100% Atlantic lobster (no imitation) mixed with garlic aioli and a touch of celery served on a hot toasted bun. $25.00
The Lobster Pot - Vernon
2899 30th ave
Vernon, British Columbia
This place has a great waterfront patio overlooking Okanagan Lake. Good pub food and often has live music in the summer.
1516 Pub & Grill
This place has a great waterfront patio overlooking Okanagan Lake. Good pub food and often has live music in the summer.
Parks & Nature
Great place to hike to see some amazing views of Kalamalka lake. Access to Jade and Juniper Bay as well as Cousins Bay are through the park. These amazing beaches are a great place to hang out.
119 locals recommend
Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park
Great place to hike to see some amazing views of Kalamalka lake. Access to Jade and Juniper Bay as well as Cousins Bay are through the park. These amazing beaches are a great place to hang out.
On the shores of Kalamalka lake which is known as one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.
75 locals recommend
Kal Beach
On the shores of Kalamalka lake which is known as one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.
Kin Beach
7248 Tronson RdOn the shore of Okanagan lake. A great place to spend the day.
The Okanagan Rail Trail was created by converting the former CN Rail line that runs from Coldstream to Kelowna into a multi-use pathway. The 50 km long trail connects three lakes with stunning views and an easy 1.3% grade. It is a significant walking and biking route that benefits all the communities along the way.
Vernon is connected to the Okanagan Rail Trail by a multi-use path that runs from the City Centre through Polson Park and along Kalamalka Lake Road, ultimately connecting to the trail head on College Way in Coldstream.
Okanagan Rail Trail
The Okanagan Rail Trail was created by converting the former CN Rail line that runs from Coldstream to Kelowna into a multi-use pathway. The 50 km long trail connects three lakes with stunning views and an easy 1.3% grade. It is a significant walking and biking route that benefits all the communities along the way.
Vernon is connected to the Okanagan Rail Trail by a multi-use path that runs from the City Centre through Polson Park and along Kalamalka Lake Road, ultimately connecting to the trail head on College Way in Coldstream.
Nestled on the northeastern shore of Okanagan Lake, Ellison Provincial Park includes 220 hectares of forested benchlands above a rocky shoreline of scenic headlands and sheltered coves.
The park’s natural attractions, combined with the dry, sunny Okanagan climate provide many recreational opportunities from spring through fall. Hiking trails along the scenic headlands are steep and require care and attention.
76 locals recommend
Ellison Provincial Park
Ellison Park RoadNestled on the northeastern shore of Okanagan Lake, Ellison Provincial Park includes 220 hectares of forested benchlands above a rocky shoreline of scenic headlands and sheltered coves.
The park’s natural attractions, combined with the dry, sunny Okanagan climate provide many recreational opportunities from spring through fall. Hiking trails along the scenic headlands are steep and require care and attention.
Jade Bay Beach itself is a short 5-minute hike through the woods and down to the gorgeous sandy bay. It features several picnic tables and an outhouse making it the ideal beach for families. The beach is fairly long and has plenty of room to throw down a blanket and get your tan on. As with most of Kalamalka, the water is crystal clear and wonderful for an afternoon swim. This beach is also the perfect spot to come and watch the brilliant Okanagan sunsets that occur here every evening throughout the summer.
8 locals recommend
Jade Bay Beach
Jade Bay Beach itself is a short 5-minute hike through the woods and down to the gorgeous sandy bay. It features several picnic tables and an outhouse making it the ideal beach for families. The beach is fairly long and has plenty of room to throw down a blanket and get your tan on. As with most of Kalamalka, the water is crystal clear and wonderful for an afternoon swim. This beach is also the perfect spot to come and watch the brilliant Okanagan sunsets that occur here every evening throughout the summer.
Juniper Bay Beach is located inside of Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park, which is one of the Okanagan Valley's most prized possessions because of its gorgeous waters that turn a brilliant blue during the warm summertime temperatures. Only a short 10-minute drive from the city of Vernon, British Columbia but much less crowded than the more popular beaches like Kal Beach. Juniper Bay Beach is the perfect place for a family picnic, with its beautiful sandy beach, public toilets, grassy areas, as well as stunning lake and mountain views.
7 locals recommend
Juniper Bay Beach
Juniper Bay Beach is located inside of Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park, which is one of the Okanagan Valley's most prized possessions because of its gorgeous waters that turn a brilliant blue during the warm summertime temperatures. Only a short 10-minute drive from the city of Vernon, British Columbia but much less crowded than the more popular beaches like Kal Beach. Juniper Bay Beach is the perfect place for a family picnic, with its beautiful sandy beach, public toilets, grassy areas, as well as stunning lake and mountain views.
Sightseeing
They serve great pies and ice cream! Not to mention all the fruit.
143 locals recommend
Davison Orchards Country Village
3111 Davison RdThey serve great pies and ice cream! Not to mention all the fruit.
BX Creek and Falls rage from April to June as snowmelt runoff water roars downhill from Silver Star Mountain. Then in summer and autumn, the trail becomes a tranquil respite from the valley's heat. In winter, hikers can test their snowshoeing skills.
From the Tillicum Road trailhead take a short hike to the waterfalls or waterfall viewpoint, or head past the viewpoint for a longer creekside hike. The trail splits to descend down to a shallow pool at the foot of BX Falls along a steep descending trail.
7 locals recommend
BX Falls
BX Creek and Falls rage from April to June as snowmelt runoff water roars downhill from Silver Star Mountain. Then in summer and autumn, the trail becomes a tranquil respite from the valley's heat. In winter, hikers can test their snowshoeing skills.
From the Tillicum Road trailhead take a short hike to the waterfalls or waterfall viewpoint, or head past the viewpoint for a longer creekside hike. The trail splits to descend down to a shallow pool at the foot of BX Falls along a steep descending trail.
Fintry Provincial Park and Protected Area
Fintry Delta RoadA short hike to a beautiful waterfall.
Situated at the head of Okanagan Lake in the stunning Okanagan Valley, this historic site is a mecca for tourists. Just a few kilometres from the City of Vernon and twenty minutes from Silver Star Mountain, the Ranch welcomes travellers from all over the world, and extends a particular welcome to its local residents.
The Ranch was founded in 1867, and in its earliest days was at the end of the wagon road into the Okanagan Valley and the site of the stage coach depot. It was a small, self-contained community, with a Post Office, blacksmith shop, grist mill, and even its own church and cemetery. Many of the original buildings still exist, and are a delight to explore.
Historic O’Keefe Ranch tells the story of early BC Ranching and endeavours to preserve the history and culture of the early ranching era for future generations.
83 locals recommend
Historic O'Keefe Ranch
9380 BC-97Situated at the head of Okanagan Lake in the stunning Okanagan Valley, this historic site is a mecca for tourists. Just a few kilometres from the City of Vernon and twenty minutes from Silver Star Mountain, the Ranch welcomes travellers from all over the world, and extends a particular welcome to its local residents.
The Ranch was founded in 1867, and in its earliest days was at the end of the wagon road into the Okanagan Valley and the site of the stage coach depot. It was a small, self-contained community, with a Post Office, blacksmith shop, grist mill, and even its own church and cemetery. Many of the original buildings still exist, and are a delight to explore.
Historic O’Keefe Ranch tells the story of early BC Ranching and endeavours to preserve the history and culture of the early ranching era for future generations.
Allan Brooks Nature Centre brings nature-based activities to life in the Okanagan. Go inside and see how you measure up to the wingspan of an eagle and other birds! It's the best places to learn about the wildlife in our area.
24 locals recommend
Allan Brooks Nature Centre
250 Allan Brooks WayAllan Brooks Nature Centre brings nature-based activities to life in the Okanagan. Go inside and see how you measure up to the wingspan of an eagle and other birds! It's the best places to learn about the wildlife in our area.
Entertainment & Activities
The owners will set you up with paddle boards and lessons if need be. A great way to explore beautiful Kalamalka Lake.
38 locals recommend
Kalavida Surf Shop
13908 Kalamalka RdThe owners will set you up with paddle boards and lessons if need be. A great way to explore beautiful Kalamalka Lake.
Designed by the world-renowned player/architect team of Fred Couples and Gene Bates, The Rise is a spectacular championship course in Vernon, BC—it’s your perfect escape from the day-to-day. 1,000 feet above Okanagan Lake, with its dynamic layout, generous landing areas, and five sets of tees at every hole, this course proudly accommodates golfers of all abilities. Each hole has its own unique character, and 12 of them showcase incredible views of Okanagan Lake below. Rise above it all—come play at the top of the world and celebrate the best of the Okanagan lifestyle.
38 locals recommend
The Rise Golf Course
8800 Rising View WayDesigned by the world-renowned player/architect team of Fred Couples and Gene Bates, The Rise is a spectacular championship course in Vernon, BC—it’s your perfect escape from the day-to-day. 1,000 feet above Okanagan Lake, with its dynamic layout, generous landing areas, and five sets of tees at every hole, this course proudly accommodates golfers of all abilities. Each hole has its own unique character, and 12 of them showcase incredible views of Okanagan Lake below. Rise above it all—come play at the top of the world and celebrate the best of the Okanagan lifestyle.
A par 72 course that plays longer than the 6609 yards that the scorecard states.
22 locals recommend
Vernon Golf & Country Club
800 Kalamalka Lake RdA par 72 course that plays longer than the 6609 yards that the scorecard states.
For anyone looking for an Okanagan golf experience, a visit to Predator Ridge Resort should be at the top of the list. With 36-holes of championship golf and a golf resort community of over 700 homeowners, it’s no wonder that Predator Ridge is known as Canada's premier golf resort community and one of the best golf resorts in North America.
87 locals recommend
Predator Ridge Resort
301 Village Centre PlFor anyone looking for an Okanagan golf experience, a visit to Predator Ridge Resort should be at the top of the list. With 36-holes of championship golf and a golf resort community of over 700 homeowners, it’s no wonder that Predator Ridge is known as Canada's premier golf resort community and one of the best golf resorts in North America.
Located across from the historic O’Keefe Ranch, just north of Lake Okanagan, Spallumcheen offers two distinct challenges – a 9 hole, par 34 course (2643 yards), and an 18 hole championship layout of 6423 yards. Both feature lush green fairways and colorful flowerbeds.
9401 Highway 97N
Vernon B.C
34 locals recommend
Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club
9401 BC-97Located across from the historic O’Keefe Ranch, just north of Lake Okanagan, Spallumcheen offers two distinct challenges – a 9 hole, par 34 course (2643 yards), and an 18 hole championship layout of 6423 yards. Both feature lush green fairways and colorful flowerbeds.
9401 Highway 97N
Vernon B.C
8-Hole Executive Par-3-Plus public golf course and driving range, family owned and operated.
1101 - 14th Avenue, Vernon
15 locals recommend
Hillview Golf Course
1101 14th Ave8-Hole Executive Par-3-Plus public golf course and driving range, family owned and operated.
1101 - 14th Avenue, Vernon
Canada's largest cross country ski and snowshoe club featuring the largest daily groomed trail network in North America (105 km) combined with neighbouring SilverStar Mountain Resort. We are a full-service, non-profit organization providing a day lodge, youth and adult programs, lessons, rentals, ski servicing and light fare. We are located 5 minutes from SilverStar, 20 minutes from Vernon and 60 minutes from the Kelowna International Airport (YLW).
42 locals recommend
Sovereign Lake Nordic Club
250 Sovereign Lake RdCanada's largest cross country ski and snowshoe club featuring the largest daily groomed trail network in North America (105 km) combined with neighbouring SilverStar Mountain Resort. We are a full-service, non-profit organization providing a day lodge, youth and adult programs, lessons, rentals, ski servicing and light fare. We are located 5 minutes from SilverStar, 20 minutes from Vernon and 60 minutes from the Kelowna International Airport (YLW).
Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery is Western Canada’s original craft distillery, dating back to 2004. The distillery sprung from the idea of using 100% locally grown fruits and grains to make premium, world-class spirits just a tractor-ride away from the orchards and fields where the base ingredients were grown. BC’s original farm-to-flask distillery now offers a selection of more than 30 internationally awarded spirits ranging from Single Malt , BRBN Bourbon-Style, BC Hopped, and BC Rye Whiskies, to Gins, Vodkas, Fruit Liqueurs and Brandies, to Aquavit and even Taboo Genuine Absinthe.
5204 24th Street
Vernon, BC
72 locals recommend
Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery
5204 24 StOkanagan Spirits Craft Distillery is Western Canada’s original craft distillery, dating back to 2004. The distillery sprung from the idea of using 100% locally grown fruits and grains to make premium, world-class spirits just a tractor-ride away from the orchards and fields where the base ingredients were grown. BC’s original farm-to-flask distillery now offers a selection of more than 30 internationally awarded spirits ranging from Single Malt , BRBN Bourbon-Style, BC Hopped, and BC Rye Whiskies, to Gins, Vodkas, Fruit Liqueurs and Brandies, to Aquavit and even Taboo Genuine Absinthe.
5204 24th Street
Vernon, BC
A family friendly resort that offers world renowned downhill skiing, tubing and skating in the winter and downhill mountain biking in the summer.
Silver Star Mountain
A family friendly resort that offers world renowned downhill skiing, tubing and skating in the winter and downhill mountain biking in the summer.
An original movie experience the whole family can enjoy. One admission gets you a double feature.
50 locals recommend
Starlight Drive-In Theatre
5341 BC-97AAn original movie experience the whole family can enjoy. One admission gets you a double feature.
Vernon’s only indoor climbing centre with 4,000 square feet of wall space offering a wider variety of problems (routes) for all levels. Great fun for the whole family.
The Rock Garden Climbing Center
2450 14 AveVernon’s only indoor climbing centre with 4,000 square feet of wall space offering a wider variety of problems (routes) for all levels. Great fun for the whole family.
Planet Bee is an operating bee farm with a focus on presenting for learning the "world of the honeybee," and providing a full range of the finest bee products available for your pleasure and well-being. Visit Planet Bee and see live honeybees busily working behind glass in demonstration bee hives producing their numerous nutritional products which can enhance our well being. Book an educational tour of the screened outdoor observatory apiary and learn more about these marvelous insects and their intriguing social structure that has survived for millions of years.
57 locals recommend
Planet Bee Honey Farm & Meadery
5011 Bella Vista RdPlanet Bee is an operating bee farm with a focus on presenting for learning the "world of the honeybee," and providing a full range of the finest bee products available for your pleasure and well-being. Visit Planet Bee and see live honeybees busily working behind glass in demonstration bee hives producing their numerous nutritional products which can enhance our well being. Book an educational tour of the screened outdoor observatory apiary and learn more about these marvelous insects and their intriguing social structure that has survived for millions of years.