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Rose Valley Lake Loop in West Kelowna, BC

Rose Valley Lake Loop in West Kelowna, BC

The Pillar Trail in Pillar Provincial Park near Falkland, BC

The Pillar Trail in Pillar Provincial Park near Falkland, BC

Crawford (Canyon) Falls in Kelowna, BC

Crawford (Canyon) Falls in Kelowna, BC

Mount Rose Swanson Hiking Trail in Armstrong, BC

Mount Rose Swanson Hiking Trail in Armstrong, BC

Kalamalka Lake Loop in Vernon, BC

Kalamalka Lake Loop in Vernon, BC

Kalamoir Regional Park in West Kelowna, BC

Kalamoir Regional Park in West Kelowna, BC

Spion Kop Trails in Lake Country: Must-Do Hike Near Kelowna

Spion Kop Trails in Lake Country: Must-Do Hike Near Kelowna

Pincushion Mountain in Peachland, BC

Pincushion Mountain in Peachland, BC

Peak Trail at Big White Ski Resort in Kelowna, BC

Peak Trail at Big White Ski Resort in Kelowna, BC

Christie Falls Hiking Trail in West Kelowna, BC

Christie Falls Hiking Trail in West Kelowna, BC

Rhonda Lake Trail at Big White Ski Resort in Kelowna, BC

Rhonda Lake Trail at Big White Ski Resort in Kelowna, BC

Okanagan Bucket List: The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Activities from Osoyoos to Salmon Arm

Okanagan Bucket List: The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Activities from Osoyoos to Salmon Arm

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About Explore the Map

Hey, I’m Sam! I'm based in Kelowna, BC and love exploring the Okanagan (and beyond), finding hidden trails, scenic views, and cool adventure spots.

Whether it's hiking local mountains or traveling to new places, I love sharing my journey and helping you get out there and explore too.

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Join us next month? 👀 I had so much fun on my

Join us next month? 👀

I had so much fun on my first @smilecycletours that when @wanderingwellnessgetaway announced her June event was a brewery-bike crawl, I basically sprinted to sign up 😂

🍻 First stop: @rusticreel for craft beer! Most of us went for the Raspberry Hibiscus Sour or Peach Radler (both were 10/10).

🥓 Then it was off to @viceandvirtuebeer! Their new menu is awesome and we got to try a bit of everything family-style. The Pork Belly Burnt Ends and Twisted Bacon Sticks were my favourite!

🍹 Last stop: cocktails at @kelownabeerinstitute in downtown Kelowna. We enjoyed the patio and it was the perfect way to end the night!

If you wanna come next time, follow @wanderingwellnessgetaway. She plans fun monthly events for women and they always fill up fast!

👋 Hey, I’m Sam! Follow @explorethemap_ for fun things to do around the Okanagan and BC.

#womensevents #kelownabc #explorekelowna #okanaganlife #brewerylife #okanagan

I’ve got your Canada Day plans covered! Grab

I’ve got your Canada Day plans covered!

Grab your paddleboard (or kayak), a @TreStelleCheese watermelon-feta salad, and go cave hunting on Kal Lake in Vernon! With turquoise water and rugged cliffs, it feels like the Mediterranean right here in the Okanagan.

Who are you bringing?

🍉 Pro tip: Pack a container of watermelon mixed with lime, and keep your Canadian-made @trestellecheese feta separate until you’re ready to eat. Stir it together right on your board for a refreshing, high-protein snack on the water! #ad

Start at Jade Bay in Kal Lake Provincial Park. It’s a short hike down to the lake, but you’ll skip the long stretch of waterfront houses you’d paddle past if you started at Kal Beach.

Head around Rattlesnake Point toward Cosens Bay and keep your eyes peeled, there are caves and crevices tucked all along the shore!

We found one big enough to float into and a bunch of cool little spots to explore. The full route is about 7 km round trip if you go all the way to Cosens Bay, but you can stop at the dog beach, jump in the lake, and turn it into a full-day adventure.

🇨🇦 This year, I’ve been making a real effort to eat more Canadian and this Canada Day, that feels more important than ever!

It might seem like a small choice, but choosing Canadian-made adds up. Every bite is a way to support local jobs, families, and communities. So this Canada Day, let’s show Canadian brands a little extra love! ❤️🇨🇦

#trestelle #canadianmade #choosecanadian #explorevernon #canadaday2025 #vernonbc #okanaganlife #supportlocal #explorekelowna #paddleboardadventures

Forever in love with Kal Lake 💚 #explorevernon

Forever in love with Kal Lake 💚

#explorevernon #explorekelowna #explorebc #okanagan #beautifuldestinations #bcparks #bucketlist #stunningviews

Who’s with me? ☀️⛰️

Who’s with me? ☀️⛰️

Wouldn’t want to live anywhere else 🫶 If you

Wouldn’t want to live anywhere else 🫶

If you’re new here, hi! I’m Sam 👋

I love exploring the Okanagan and sharing it with you — all the cool places to explore, fun adventures to have, and delicious food to try.

I feel blessed every day to live in the Okanagan and can’t wait to help you explore more of it!

Is there something or somewhere you’d like to see more of? Let me know!

#okanaganlife #okanagansummer #kelowna #lakecountrybc #lakelifeisthebestlife #supexplorer #paddleboarding

We’re a pretty entrepreneurial bunch here in the

We’re a pretty entrepreneurial bunch here in the Okanagan, aren’t we?

Between the restaurants, craft breweries, small-batch distilleries, cideries, wineries, and all the local adventures popping up, it really feels like there’s always something new to try.

OC Cultivates by @okanagancollege really brings that all together and is such a fun celebration! [hosted]

It was held inside the @kfcentre this year and if you haven’t been, you’ve gotta! The lower level is an aviation museum!

Plus, the food was sooo good! There was a giant charcuterie spread by @tjsgrazing, creative little bites by @o_lakecafe, cute little macarons (my personal fave) by @okanagancollege culinary students, plus a lot more! I may or may not have gone back for seconds.

I also got to try wine, beer, and ciders from some local spots I hadn’t been to before, including @threelakesbrewing, @scenicroadcider, and @nostalgiawines.

It was also inspiring to hear from some of the people who are shaping the future of tourism in the Okanagan and how they see the future here ✨

If you’re into food, finding new local gems, or just want to feel a little more connected to what’s happening around Kelowna, definitely keep an eye out for OC Cultivates next year!

👋 Hey, I’m Sam! Follow for fun things to do around the Okanagan.

#occultivates #okanagan #kelownabc #thingstodo #okanaganevents

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