Sharel's Guidebook
Sightseeing
is an attraction unique to Vernon. This large farm is home to an orchard producing delicious fruit to make their very own products, our fav is the Apple Cider. They also have a café serving coffee and food. Farm animals, playground for kids and more. This is about a 15-18 minute drive.
143 locals recommend
Davison Orchards Country Village
3111 Davison Rdis an attraction unique to Vernon. This large farm is home to an orchard producing delicious fruit to make their very own products, our fav is the Apple Cider. They also have a café serving coffee and food. Farm animals, playground for kids and more. This is about a 15-18 minute drive.
is near Davison Orchards, the offer interactive education on Honeybees, make/sell fresh Okanagan honey and they sell a huge range of products made from that honey. These range from creams, supplements, and even alcohol. The Blackberry Mead is our favorite. This is about a 15-18 minute drive.
57 locals recommend
Planet Bee Honey Farm & Meadery
5011 Bella Vista Rdis near Davison Orchards, the offer interactive education on Honeybees, make/sell fresh Okanagan honey and they sell a huge range of products made from that honey. These range from creams, supplements, and even alcohol. The Blackberry Mead is our favorite. This is about a 15-18 minute drive.
This historic ranch was founded in 1867 and was a small self-contained community complete with a blacksmith, church, and post office. There’s a lot of history here, it’s like stepping back into time. The have a Blacksmith’s workshop, pottery shop, St Anne’s Church, and much more. They also dinner shows throughout the summer and host an awesome corn maze in the fall *book corn maze tickets ahead of time. This is a seasonal attraction, so be sure to check their hours. This is about a 17 minute drive.
83 locals recommend
Historic O'Keefe Ranch
9380 BC-97This historic ranch was founded in 1867 and was a small self-contained community complete with a blacksmith, church, and post office. There’s a lot of history here, it’s like stepping back into time. The have a Blacksmith’s workshop, pottery shop, St Anne’s Church, and much more. They also dinner shows throughout the summer and host an awesome corn maze in the fall *book corn maze tickets ahead of time. This is a seasonal attraction, so be sure to check their hours. This is about a 17 minute drive.
BX Falls
There is a trail entrance on Star Rd about a 3 minute drive away.
Walkable hike located minutes drive away. The Trail entrance in a few streets below on Blackcomb Place.
7 locals recommend
Grey Canal Trail Foothills
Walkable hike located minutes drive away. The Trail entrance in a few streets below on Blackcomb Place.
A beauty of a blue/green lake that is about 18-minute drive away. There’s lots of free parking and is quite a large beach.
• There is a local shop on the lake called Kalavida Surf Shop – 778-475-5808. You can rent Paddle Boards, bicycles, e-bikes for 2 hours, 4 hours or full day. The Rail Trail entrance is right there across of the surf shop. Runs along the lake and will take you to Oyama and eventually to Kelowna. *Ask about e-bike restrictions along the Rail trail.
• There is also the Rail Trail Café and Market- offering hand made food, baked goods, wraps, sandwiches and more. Café is set up with an Espresso bar, slushi machine, Ice cream and there is a little corner-store market.
66 locals recommend
Kalamalka Lake
A beauty of a blue/green lake that is about 18-minute drive away. There’s lots of free parking and is quite a large beach.
• There is a local shop on the lake called Kalavida Surf Shop – 778-475-5808. You can rent Paddle Boards, bicycles, e-bikes for 2 hours, 4 hours or full day. The Rail Trail entrance is right there across of the surf shop. Runs along the lake and will take you to Oyama and eventually to Kelowna. *Ask about e-bike restrictions along the Rail trail.
• There is also the Rail Trail Café and Market- offering hand made food, baked goods, wraps, sandwiches and more. Café is set up with an Espresso bar, slushi machine, Ice cream and there is a little corner-store market.
Located at the head of Lake Okanagan- Vernon end. Offers public washrooms, parks, playground, trees offer shade and there’s is plenty of grassy areas.
54 locals recommend
Kin Beach
7248 Tronson RdLocated at the head of Lake Okanagan- Vernon end. Offers public washrooms, parks, playground, trees offer shade and there’s is plenty of grassy areas.
is located on Okanagan Lake is about 35-minute drive. The park is small but there are plenty of picnic tables and even fire pits. The swimming area is stunning in a small cove surrounded by mountain views.
76 locals recommend
Ellison Provincial Park
Ellison Park Roadis located on Okanagan Lake is about 35-minute drive. The park is small but there are plenty of picnic tables and even fire pits. The swimming area is stunning in a small cove surrounded by mountain views.
Rent bikes, e-bikes and paddle boards in person or online. Hit the rail trail that’s right across the street. Or hop in the lake with your paddle board.
38 locals recommend
Kalavida Surf Shop
13908 Kalamalka RdRent bikes, e-bikes and paddle boards in person or online. Hit the rail trail that’s right across the street. Or hop in the lake with your paddle board.
Paddle board rentals with a twist. Partnered with Wedge Cheesery and MJ Cakery to create what they call "the full meal deal." The company will bring the boards directly to you – and also offers take-along local picnic packages.
http://www.okanaganlakelife.com/
Okanagan Lake Life
5300 25 AvenuePaddle board rentals with a twist. Partnered with Wedge Cheesery and MJ Cakery to create what they call "the full meal deal." The company will bring the boards directly to you – and also offers take-along local picnic packages.
http://www.okanaganlakelife.com/
Food scene
Funky breakfast and lunch spot to check out! It is located downtown. Can be a bit of a wait, but it is worth the wait. They offer vegan, gluten free tasty menu items. You can call in to see how long their wait time is.
78 locals recommend
Eatology
3100 30 StFunky breakfast and lunch spot to check out! It is located downtown. Can be a bit of a wait, but it is worth the wait. They offer vegan, gluten free tasty menu items. You can call in to see how long their wait time is.
Coffee shop on 27 St, gourmet coffee, tea and lattes, home made food, breakfast, and lunch.
16 locals recommend
Bean To Cup
3903 27 StCoffee shop on 27 St, gourmet coffee, tea and lattes, home made food, breakfast, and lunch.
Fresh baked food, pizza and licenced. Located in downtown Vernon next to the train tracks.
55 locals recommend
Ratio Coffee & Pastry
3101 29th StFresh baked food, pizza and licenced. Located in downtown Vernon next to the train tracks.
offers local micro craft beer and restaurant. Minors are allowed with adult supervision until 10pm.
45 locals recommend
Marten Brewpub & Grill
2933a 30th Aveoffers local micro craft beer and restaurant. Minors are allowed with adult supervision until 10pm.
A great locally owned and operated by a Mum and Son team. All food made in house and is fresh. You can order online and pick up or eat in. They also make charcuterie trays, and fruit and veggie trays. Great for lake days or wine tour days.
The Fig
3407 30th Ave A great locally owned and operated by a Mum and Son team. All food made in house and is fresh. You can order online and pick up or eat in. They also make charcuterie trays, and fruit and veggie trays. Great for lake days or wine tour days.
Small bistro set up with seating inside and outside. Their gelato is amazing.
La Carraia Gelateria Cafe
3000 29 AvenueSmall bistro set up with seating inside and outside. Their gelato is amazing.
The best Mexican food! Their food will make your heart smile! Dining window is short from 4-8pm, I’d recommend reservations or take out. Authentic food made fresh. You won’t be disappointed.
15 locals recommend
Los Huesos Restaurant
2918 30th AveThe best Mexican food! Their food will make your heart smile! Dining window is short from 4-8pm, I’d recommend reservations or take out. Authentic food made fresh. You won’t be disappointed.
A family favorite of ours. I’d always recommend booking a reservation via phone call. Sometimes “open table” app will show they are full, give them a call as they do not post 100% of their table on the booking app.
66 locals recommend
Intermezzo Restaurant and Wine Cellar
3206 34 AveA family favorite of ours. I’d always recommend booking a reservation via phone call. Sometimes “open table” app will show they are full, give them a call as they do not post 100% of their table on the booking app.
Located in the Prestige Hotel on Hwy 97. Great place for lunch and dinner.
8 locals recommend
Bourbon Street Bar and Grill
4411 32 StLocated in the Prestige Hotel on Hwy 97. Great place for lunch and dinner.
Amazing fresh food. They are a local favorite; you may have to wait for a table, but it is worth the wait.
27 locals recommend
Fresh Lemongrass Vietnamese Restaurant
3107 48 AveAmazing fresh food. They are a local favorite; you may have to wait for a table, but it is worth the wait.
Diner On Six
2511 BC-6Great little diner spot for Breakfast and Lunch.
We have only had breakfast here and it was awesome. They add Filipino flare to the menu items and it’s very tasty. It’s quite small and always busy. I’ve heard lunch is just as good.
Rosalinda's
2810 33 StWe have only had breakfast here and it was awesome. They add Filipino flare to the menu items and it’s very tasty. It’s quite small and always busy. I’ve heard lunch is just as good.
This is a Vegan bistro and cafe. Their breakfast, lunch, soups and baked goods are great! It’s kind of a grab and go. But all homemade.
Pineapple Express Bistro
4511 27 StThis is a Vegan bistro and cafe. Their breakfast, lunch, soups and baked goods are great! It’s kind of a grab and go. But all homemade.
Largest cinnamon buns I have ever set eyes on. Their doughnuts are all amazing. *They only accept debit or cash… no credit card.
11 locals recommend
Okanagan Bake House
4509 27 StLargest cinnamon buns I have ever set eyes on. Their doughnuts are all amazing. *They only accept debit or cash… no credit card.
Lots of house made goodies, breakfast and lunch, with a small market. Located right across from the Kalamalka beach.
31 locals recommend
Rail Trail Cafe
13904 Kalamalka RdLots of house made goodies, breakfast and lunch, with a small market. Located right across from the Kalamalka beach.
Really great Indian food. Take out may take time so order ahead, especially on Fridays and weekends.
Namaste Vernon
3001 43rd AvenueReally great Indian food. Take out may take time so order ahead, especially on Fridays and weekends.
Farmers market
A place to support local farmers, artists, and businesses. Held at Kal Tire Place, Mondays and Thursdays from 8am – 1 pm. Seasonal April 14th – Oct 31st, 2022.
46 locals recommend
Vernon Farmers' Market
3445 43rd AveA place to support local farmers, artists, and businesses. Held at Kal Tire Place, Mondays and Thursdays from 8am – 1 pm. Seasonal April 14th – Oct 31st, 2022.
Seasonal outdoor market located in beautiful Polson Park. Support local vendors selling, hand made items, art, food and more. Held on Fridays from 4pm – 8pm until August 22nd, 2022.
25 locals recommend
Polson Park
2600 BC-6Seasonal outdoor market located in beautiful Polson Park. Support local vendors selling, hand made items, art, food and more. Held on Fridays from 4pm – 8pm until August 22nd, 2022.
Food and shopping
Explore downtown Vernon on 30th Ave is gem of a street to explore. 30th Ave offers unique shops, cafes, and many of the best restaurants in Downtown Vernon.
*paid parking during the week*
7 locals recommend
Downtown Vernon Assn
3334 30th AveExplore downtown Vernon on 30th Ave is gem of a street to explore. 30th Ave offers unique shops, cafes, and many of the best restaurants in Downtown Vernon.
*paid parking during the week*
Closest grocery store to our home. There is also a cold beer and wine attached called Silver Star Liquor Store.
45 locals recommend
Butcher Boys Grocery Store
4803 Pleasant Valley RdClosest grocery store to our home. There is also a cold beer and wine attached called Silver Star Liquor Store.
You can online shop and have your groceries delivered thru Save On Foods. Please let me know if you would like us to receive your food order, so we can coordinate a delivery time.
34 locals recommend
Save-On-Foods
2306 BC-6You can online shop and have your groceries delivered thru Save On Foods. Please let me know if you would like us to receive your food order, so we can coordinate a delivery time.
This is a massive full service grocery store that also sells local wine and ciders.
22 locals recommend
Real Canadian Superstore
5001 Anderson WayThis is a massive full service grocery store that also sells local wine and ciders.
Shoppers Drug Mart
4376 27 StOne of the closest drug stores to our home.
Walmart Vernon Supercentre
2200 58 AveFull service with groceries
Wine, Cider, Beer and Liquor
Lake Country feature several wineries. Lake country is about a 40 minute drive from our home. I’d highly suggest hiring a wine tour operator. They offer a fun and safe ride to and from the wineries and will drop you off at home. Please don’t drink and drive. There’s plenty of great tour operators that will take you on amazing wine tours in the Okanagan.
is located not to far from here on East Vernon Rd. about an 8-minute drive. They are open seasonally and offer wood fired pizza, onsite sales along with ciders that are made inhouse. It’s best to call before visiting before you head down.
58 locals recommend
The BX Press Cidery & Orchard
4667 E Vernon Rdis located not to far from here on East Vernon Rd. about an 8-minute drive. They are open seasonally and offer wood fired pizza, onsite sales along with ciders that are made inhouse. It’s best to call before visiting before you head down.
If you are not into wine, beer or cider this may be a great stop for a tasting tour. They distill award winning Bourbon and Rye Whiskies, Gin, Vodkas as well as fruit liqueurs.
72 locals recommend
Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery
5204 24 StIf you are not into wine, beer or cider this may be a great stop for a tasting tour. They distill award winning Bourbon and Rye Whiskies, Gin, Vodkas as well as fruit liqueurs.
This is located out in Armstrong B.C and is about a 30-minute drive. Worth the drive! Amazing ciders and food. They operate seasonal as well, offering lunch and dinner service inside of a barn that was built in 1896. They have amazing staff and kitchen. They operate as a 1st come 1st served basis, so you may have to wait a bit.
41 locals recommend
Farmstrong Cider Company
4300 Maw RdThis is located out in Armstrong B.C and is about a 30-minute drive. Worth the drive! Amazing ciders and food. They operate seasonal as well, offering lunch and dinner service inside of a barn that was built in 1896. They have amazing staff and kitchen. They operate as a 1st come 1st served basis, so you may have to wait a bit.
Great wine and restaurant is very nice. They change their menu frequently. Would always recommend reservations.
*They do not allow wine tasting at the dining table anymore. Book your tasting before or after.
130 locals recommend
50th Parallel Estate
17101 Terrace View RdGreat wine and restaurant is very nice. They change their menu frequently. Would always recommend reservations.
*They do not allow wine tasting at the dining table anymore. Book your tasting before or after.
no restaurant but they have wine tastings and the best cream puffs. You can also purchase small charcuterie boxes onsite and enjoy a bottle in their garden.
*They do not allow food to be brought in.
*Always prebook your wine tastings.
126 locals recommend
Arrowleaf Cellars
1574 Camp Rdno restaurant but they have wine tastings and the best cream puffs. You can also purchase small charcuterie boxes onsite and enjoy a bottle in their garden.
*They do not allow food to be brought in.
*Always prebook your wine tastings.
You can book tastings, and you can also purchase onsite pre-made fresh charcuterie boxes and enjoy a bottle in their garden. They also allow you to bring food from outside.
76 locals recommend
Intrigue Wines
2291 Goldie RdYou can book tastings, and you can also purchase onsite pre-made fresh charcuterie boxes and enjoy a bottle in their garden. They also allow you to bring food from outside.
Their wines and Garden Bistro are very tasty!
*Recommend wine tasting reservations and reservations for their bistro.
77 locals recommend
O’Rourke’s Peak Cellars
2290 Goldie RdTheir wines and Garden Bistro are very tasty!
*Recommend wine tasting reservations and reservations for their bistro.
Great wine, their red is my fav! The Chaos Bistro is very very good.
*Reservations for tastings and dining is a good idea.
111 locals recommend
Ex Nihilo Vineyards
1525 Camp RdGreat wine, their red is my fav! The Chaos Bistro is very very good.
*Reservations for tastings and dining is a good idea.
Amazing views, wine and food.
Wine tasting is walk in, would recommend reservations for their restaurant.
166 locals recommend
Gray Monk Estate Winery
1055 Camp RdAmazing views, wine and food.
Wine tasting is walk in, would recommend reservations for their restaurant.
Micro brewery in downtown Vernon. Their restaurant is pretty tasty but their beer is better. Minors are allowed until 9/10pm when accompanied by an adult.
45 locals recommend
Marten Brewpub & Grill
2933a 30th AveMicro brewery in downtown Vernon. Their restaurant is pretty tasty but their beer is better. Minors are allowed until 9/10pm when accompanied by an adult.
Winter sports
Nordic Club grooms over 105km of trails for cross-country skiers to enjoy. Because of the climate and dry snowfall, the conditions are ideal and it is a great place to try this sport if you’ve never been before. Snow shoeing is also a must.
Open in winter months only, about a 15-minute drive away.
42 locals recommend
Sovereign Lake Nordic Club
250 Sovereign Lake RdNordic Club grooms over 105km of trails for cross-country skiers to enjoy. Because of the climate and dry snowfall, the conditions are ideal and it is a great place to try this sport if you’ve never been before. Snow shoeing is also a must.
Open in winter months only, about a 15-minute drive away.
A 15 minute drive away.
Silver Star Mountain Resort 1-800-663-4431- Day passes available at the ticket window but if you purchase online they usually offer a discount.
Alpine Skiing and snow boarding, Ski and board rentals, lessons, kids camps, cafes and dining and more.
Summer feature downhill biking, hiking and gondola rides.
169 locals recommend
SilverStar Mountain Resort
123 Shortt StA 15 minute drive away.
Silver Star Mountain Resort 1-800-663-4431- Day passes available at the ticket window but if you purchase online they usually offer a discount.
Alpine Skiing and snow boarding, Ski and board rentals, lessons, kids camps, cafes and dining and more.
Summer feature downhill biking, hiking and gondola rides.
Golf
Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club
9401 BC-97Hillview Golf Course
1101 14th AveVernon Golf & Country Club
800 Kalamalka Lake RdThe Rise Golf Course
8800 Rising View Way