Park & nature
Bear Creek Provincial Park
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Bear Creek Provincial Park, located about 15 kilometers west of Kelowna, combines a beautiful waterfall with lakeside recreation. The centerpiece is Bear Creek Falls, a 15-meter cascade that plunges into a rocky pool, accessible via a short, steep trail. The park also offers several longer hikes through ponderosa pine and Douglas-fir forests, as well as a sandy beach on Okanagan Lake perfect for swimming and picnicking. With campgrounds and day-use areas, it's a popular spot for families and nature lovers seeking a mix of adventure and relaxation.
Don't miss
- Bear Creek Falls, a short hike leads to the base of this 15-meter waterfall
- The beach on Okanagan Lake, ideal for swimming and sunbathing
- Forest trails like the Canyon Trail, offering views of the creek and surrounding cliffs
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Bear Creek Provincial Park
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inSmartphone Audio Driving Tour between Lake Louise and Calgary4★ · 16 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$8 per personSee dates →
Best full dayLake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff4.9★ · 3,617 travelers8–10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$72 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Kelowna Sailing Cruise on Okanagan Lake5★ · 47 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$119 per personSee dates →More attractions in Kelowna