Park & nature
Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park and Protected Area
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Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park and Protected Area is a natural gem near Vernon, known for the lake's striking turquoise hue, especially in summer. Visitors can explore forested hiking trails that offer panoramic viewpoints, swim in the clear, warm waters, or relax on grassy picnic areas. The park's diverse ecosystems support wildlife and wildflowers, making it a serene escape for nature lovers. Distinctive for its 'marble-like' lake color, the park provides a quintessential Okanagan outdoor experience.
Don't miss
- Hike the Jade and Kal Lakes Trail for sweeping views of the turquoise water
- Swim from the sandy beach at Cosens Bay
- Picnic under shade trees with lake vistas
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park and Protected Area
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 inExplore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise Roundtrip Shared Tour4.5★ · 17 travelers5–6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$50 per personSee dates →
Best full dayLake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff4.9★ · 3,644 travelers8–10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$72 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleBanff Yoho Parks | Lake Louise | Moraine | Emerald - Private Tour4.8★ · 10 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$349 per personSee dates →More attractions in Vernon