This dreamy beach town in BC with rolling mountains was dubbed a top vacation spot by locals
It's home to Canada's warmest freshwater lake!
Person floating in Osoyoos Lake. Right: Osoyoos Lake.
"Canada's warmest welcome" is what they call this small town in B.C., known for its toasty water temperatures, rolling vineyards, and beachy vibes.
The town comes alive in the summer when people can take advantage of the nearly endless sunny days. Osoyoos boasts an average summer temperature of 28°C, little rainfall, the warmest fresh-water lake in the country, and Canada's only desert.
It's a unique spot for a sunny getaway, and locals recently praised it on the Narcity Canada Facebook page as one of the best vacation spots in the province.
Surrounded by the beautiful Cascade Mountains, the area has a unique landscape you won't find elsewhere. It's hot and dry, giving way to desert vegetation.
Osoyoos Lake is a go-to spot on a summer day, with water that averages 24°C in the summer months. It's perfect for swimming, paddling, boating, or laying out on the lakeside.
It's surrounded by the desert landscape, scenic vineyards, and rolling mountains that make it extra picturesque.
Beaches are scattered around the shoreline, giving you easy access to the lake.
While spending the entire trip on the lake might be tempting, there's a lot to do in the region. It's famous for its wineries, so make sure to visit some vineyards for some local sips.
District Wine Village lets you try a few different ones at one stop, and the little village makes for a fun afternoon activity.
If you want to learn more about the area's unique landscape, you can check out Osoyoos Desert Centre or Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre to get a tour.
The town is bustling, especially during the tourist season, with lots of cute shops, cafes, and restaurants to visit.
@jensenkentel How to spend a perfect day in Osoyoos 🍷👇 [hosted] 💤 Stay: Spirit Ridge Resort has amazing views of Osoyoos lake, 2 pool, a delicious restaurant, a golf course, winery & is an all suite hotel with fully equipped rooms, my go-to when visiting Osoyoos!! ☕️ Coffee: Junction 3 Coffee House has some delicious coffee and the perfect location only a short walk from the water!! ⛱️ Beach: Gyro Park is right in the action with a beautiful walk, beaches and easy access to restaurants and shopping!! 🍷 Wine Tasting: NK'MIP Cellars is located at Spirit Ridge Resort and has some amazing wines. (I loved the Syrah!!) While you’re there be sure to stop for lunch, they’ve got some unreal lake views!! 🍽️ Dinner: 15 Park Bistro is located right inside the @WatermarkResort resort along the shores of Osoyoos Lake!! The food is amazing and so are the cocktails, you don’t want to miss this spot! @Osoyoos BC #osoyoos #explorebc #osoyoosbc #travel #spiritridge #bcitinerary
Whether you're hanging out by the lake or exploring the beautiful nature here, Osoyoos is a summer dream.