Discover the Okanagan
Things to Do Near Okanagan Lake & Outback Vacation Homes
At Outback Lakeside Vacation Homes, we make it easy to do as much or as little as you like on your vacation or staycation in the Okanagan. Nestled into 60 acres of secluded pine forest overlooking Okanagan Lake, we offer an unmatched resort style vacation home experience. From fishing, sailing, wakeboarding, golf, and the shops and restaurants of charming Vernon, BC, to wine tasting and world-class skiing, there are few places in Canada that offer such an abundance of adventures.
You’ll find some of our favorites below…
Golf
The Rise Golf Course Distance from Outback Lakeside Vacation Homes: 17.6 kms (24 minutes) Perched on a sun-drenched slope at the edge of Vernon, The Rise is home to a few things you just won’t find anywhere else: endless views of Okanagan Lake, golf at the Fred Couples signature golf course, and acres of trails surrounding a nature reserve. Predator…
Wine Region
“Drop. Dead. Gorgeous” is how wine expert Kerry describes Okanagan Valley, the beautiful British Columbia wine region famous for its white and ice wines. Tucked between two mountain ranges, about a four-hour drive from Vancouver, the Okanagan Valley enjoys a rural character, dramatic vistas and abundant outdoor adventures to pass the time between tastings...
Ski Resorts
Silver Star Mountain Resort Distance from Outback Lakeside Vacation Homes: 41 kms (49 minutes ) Known for its family-friendly spirit, award-winning Silver Star Mountain Resort is lauded for beautifully groomed trails and lots of fresh powder in the winter, a plethora of ski-in/ski-out rentals and incredible snowshoe and cross-country paths. In the summer,…
Lake Activities
Okanagan Lake Okanagan Lake is one of Canada’s favorite summer destinations. The lake spans 110 kilometers (68 miles) from north (Vernon) to the south (Penticton) and is 232 meters (780 feet) deep. Its refreshing waters provide endless summer fun, from boating, fishing, diving and swimming to exploring its many mysteries: tombs and lake creatures, hidden coves…
Local Attractions
Planet Bee Honey Farm & Meadery Distance from Outback Lakeside Vacation Homes: 15.2 kms Have you heard the buzz? The bee buzz, that is. Bees are amazing little insects capable of producing many different nutritionally valuable substances. We all know about honey, which has antibacterial products, but that’s just a start! Visit this farm to (safely)…