Long before it hit its current prestige as ‘Lake Country’, Oyama B.C. was known as a family vacation destination. Only four hours drive from Vancouver this community is lakeside with Kalamalka Lake as well as Wood Lake shorelines. Originally known as the land of ‘peaches and beaches’, this area has developed a reputation for its world-class outdoor adventure. Oyama has activities that are sure to please, whether you¹ve left the kids with your folks (or they’re along for the ride), here are 7 compelling reasons to head to Oyama pronto.
7 Great Reasons to RV in Oyama, BC By Jennifer Madsen
PEACHES, BEACHES & ZIPLINES?
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A full-on zipline course with seven wicked rides one aſter the other through pristine forest. Oyama Zipline boasts the
only side-by-side racing zip lines in the Okanagan. Te forest adventure welcomes adventurers of every age (49-275lbs). Te lakeviews are 180º and 100 per cent breathtaking.
Full-Service RV Camping in family-run orchards with lots of hiking and biking opportunities. You’ll find many Bed &
Breakfast’s and RV sites on “Te Bench”, a spectacular hillside across the valley from Hwy 97. Tis is beautiful rural camping “off the beaten track” – but not too far off.
Expansive lakeshore. Paddleboard, canoe, fish or float on the azure water. Peaceful acreages are sandwiched
between lakes, plus a coveted canal allows access to Kalamalka Lake from Wood Lake. Many small lakes dot the hills above the community so make your way up to Oyama Lake chain (record book Kokanee Trout is another claim to fame).
Less crowded waterfront parks. At Kaloya Regional Park in Oyama one can spread out on the grass at the quiet end
of famous Kalamalka Lake. At Beasley Regional Park on Wood Lake there are quiet places to read in the shade, yoga classes and great play spaces for kids.
To best experience Oyama agri-tourism visit Gatzke’s Farm Market, a working farm with over 50 varieties of fruit trees.
Te climate is cool enough for apples and the winters are mild enough for peaches. Orchard tours, camping and cabins are available.
Musicians and artist flock here. Lake Country ArtWalk is home to the largest annual public art exhibition in the BC
interior in early September. Aſter a day in the hills or on the lake head to the popular Lake Country Coffee House and the adjacent art gallery.
Free and easy parking right where you need it. Amenities are convenient and close. Smiling bank tellers are usually
poised to serve and you can whiz through the grocery stores without line-ups!
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