6 Car-Accessible Winter Hikes in the North Okanagan

6 Car accessible hikes in the North Okanagan-Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park Enjoying the views of Juniper Bay at Kalamalka Provincial Park

Winter Hiking Trails in British Columbia

Get out and explore the Canadian winters in the Okanagan with these winter hiking trails.

Winter Hikes in the North Okanagan - Looking for car-accessible winter hikes in the North Okanagan? Look no further! As much as I love winter, it becomes a bit more challenging to hike. If you're like me and are limited to non-4x4 or AWD trails, there are still plenty of hikes out there to keep you exploring! However, it must come with a view!

6 Car-Accessible Winter Hikes in the North Okanagan

Walking through snow covered trees on Mount Rose Swanson Trail

1. Mount Rose Swanson Loop, Armstrong, BC

Distance: 5.6km loop (there are trail options to make it shorter or longer)
Mount Rose Swanson is located just outside of Armstrong, just off of Chamberlain Rd. The road and parking lot were nicely plowed however, it becomes quite busy on the weekends! Depending on the distance, there are a few trail options. Once at the top, you have a spectacular view over Armstrong and Spallumcheen area.

Strolling through Enderby Cliffs trail in the winter

2. Enderby Cliffs (Enderby Provincial Park), Enderby, BC

Distance: 12.6km return
Located near Enderby is another popular day hiking option. There is a huge parking lot with a pit toilet. The trail starts across the road, walking along a farmer's fence before ascending up with switchbacks. With that in mind, the higher you go, the deeper the snow will be. Your reward will be the view overlooking Enderby, Shuswaps River, and the Okanagan Valley. Click here for a more in-depth trail description .

Enjoying the snowy view over the Okanagan

3. Bluenose Mountain, Lavington, BC

Distance: 4 km return
Just a little drive from Lavington, this short hike leads you to big views. You can either go clockwise for a quicker, steeper view or go counter-clockwise for a more gradual incline. Bluenose Mountain offers 2 viewpoints, one overlooking the Monashee Mountains and the other overlooking Lavington/Vernon area. Regardless of which way you start, both views are well worth seeing!

Sunset at Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park

4. Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park, Coldstream, BC

Distance: There are numerous winter hikes in the North Okanagan for all experiences and levels.
Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park has viewpoints, beaches, a waterfall and so many different trails to explore, you'll have to come back a few times! Some of the most popular trails include Rattlesnake Point (~5km return), Coming Around the Mountain (8.5km), and Cosens Beach Trail (~7km). There are 2 parking lots to start your adventures from.

Enjoying the forests

5. Ellison Provincial Park

Distance: There are numerous trails for all experiences and levels.
Located 30 minutes from Vernon, Ellison Provincial Park has multiple interconnection trails. There's even a trail that runs up to Predator Ridge! Take Okanagan Landing Road (turns into Eastside Rd) all the way until you enter the park. The parking lot is on the left-hand side. Note: The park gates to access the campsite are closed until it opens up in the spring.

Fintry Falls in the winter

6. Fintry Falls and Loop (Fintry Provincial Park and Protected Area)

OkDistance: 1km return
If you want a quick jaunt to a spectacular waterfall, look no further when talking winter hikes in the North Okanagan! There's a staircase that leads you to the top overlooking Fintry Falls, not to mention a few viewing platforms. If you want to keep going, take the trail to the right (before the last viewing platform) and make your way around back to the parking lot. I would highly recommend checking out the beach. The calmness of the water is the perfect spot for a quick lunch or coffee break after venturing to these car-accessible winter hikes in the North Okanagan.

Exploring the North Okanagan

Get your snowshoes or spikes ready and check out these 6 car-accessible hikes in the North Okanagan the next time you're out. Looking how to be more prepared for winter hikes? Click here.

Car Accessible Winter Hikes in the North Okanagan

Winter Hiking in British Columbia

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Vernon, BC, Canada
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Comments 4

EH Canada Marketing Group on Saturday, 19 February 2022 18:34

Great article Melanie Adair Nothing like #ehroadtrip to get active.

Great article Melanie Adair Nothing like #ehroadtrip to get active.
Melanie Adair on Tuesday, 22 February 2022 01:53

Would only take a few days to complete all of them!

Would only take a few days to complete all of them!
Sonya Richmond on Saturday, 02 April 2022 01:49

Great suggestions, all with stunning looking scenery! Thanks for sharing!

Great suggestions, all with stunning looking scenery! Thanks for sharing!
Diana Mohrsen on Monday, 12 December 2022 17:48

The hikes you listed all ended with views over the surrounding landscape - my camera and I have taken note!

The hikes you listed all ended with views over the surrounding landscape - my camera and I have taken note!
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