Waterfront Park
Waterfront Park
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ileannkneel
Kelowna, Canada1,058 contributions
Apr 2020
Barcelona has Las Ramblas
Puerto Vallarta has the Malecon
Seoul has Myeongdong
Shanghai has the Bund
Kelowna has the Lakefront walk of which Waterfront Park is generally considered the northern end. A beautiful and clean beach area with ample bathroom facilities and concession service, however, I rarely see the concessions open. Plus, for some reason the local citizenry has never really embraced this beach as a viable option; it remains sparsely used even during the height of summer. Perhaps the lack of any nearby parking has something to do with it; what little parking exists is either metered stalls on the street or the ever hated Impark lot. The Island Stage is likewise more often than naught empty save for skateboarders hanging around to the chagrin of the bylaw officers. The paved path through the gardens is nice but again not well attended. That leaves just the walk. Start or finish at Waterfront Park and people watch or enjoy the beautiful lakeside views or just breathe in fresh air. But as a park it seems to have missed the mark.
Puerto Vallarta has the Malecon
Seoul has Myeongdong
Shanghai has the Bund
Kelowna has the Lakefront walk of which Waterfront Park is generally considered the northern end. A beautiful and clean beach area with ample bathroom facilities and concession service, however, I rarely see the concessions open. Plus, for some reason the local citizenry has never really embraced this beach as a viable option; it remains sparsely used even during the height of summer. Perhaps the lack of any nearby parking has something to do with it; what little parking exists is either metered stalls on the street or the ever hated Impark lot. The Island Stage is likewise more often than naught empty save for skateboarders hanging around to the chagrin of the bylaw officers. The paved path through the gardens is nice but again not well attended. That leaves just the walk. Start or finish at Waterfront Park and people watch or enjoy the beautiful lakeside views or just breathe in fresh air. But as a park it seems to have missed the mark.
Written 12 April 2020
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Theresa B
Salmon Arm, Canada507 contributions
Oct 2022
Very nicely done with wooden bridges, small waterwalls, lovely plants and trees. Get to see the water, art installations, and check out the 'fancy' houses. A great way to stroll and can step off to go to the many restaurants in the cultural district.
Written 23 October 2022
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Alan K
Kamloops, Canada249 contributions
Jan 2022
Kelowna is blessed to have a cool Waterfront Park. Excellent area for walking and restaurants and pubs very close by. Enjoyed watching skaters on the public rink. Did not hurt that the weather was beautiful.
Written 24 January 2022
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Lin L
Vancouver, Canada71 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
Revisited with my hubby this time. Had a night walk. Nice and relaxed. Only concern was that the light is a bit dark for some spots in the park...lol... limited our visit. However, it is a very romantic place to go.
Written 22 September 2022
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avtar w
Ottawa, Canada71 contributions
May 2022
Enjoyed visited the park on a Sunday morning. A lot of people, including families, were there. Parked the car in Public Parking in the park (approx. $2 or $3 for two hours. Walked around and had a lunch on the main road. A lot of coffee/cake places.
Written 17 July 2022
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bryanharnett
Port Moody, Canada273 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
The path along the waterfront was well paved and not too crowded. All of the people we came into contact with were very pleasant. The Rotary marsh just north of the Grand Okanagan Resort was quiet interesting and teeming with birds. This is a relatively dog friendly locale and all the animals were leashed and well behaved.
Written 1 June 2015
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Carol K
Calgary, Canada125 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
At one time this was a very nice place to walk or spend time at the beach as we were here a few years back.
After the flood, they was currently approx. 10' deep of beach as the water was still high in July 2017. The water at this beach smelled fishy. We started walking down the boardwalk which was nice, but the further we went the environment changed. Lots of homeless people. We saw lots of people doing drugs and were approached by several strung out people begging for money or drugs. The public bathroom had a container to deposit used needles and this was disgusting, there was also a guy in there that was passed out. I did not feel safe and it was only 5 pm. I will not return to this beach as there are lots of others that did not have this environment. I really wish the city would clean up the area.
After the flood, they was currently approx. 10' deep of beach as the water was still high in July 2017. The water at this beach smelled fishy. We started walking down the boardwalk which was nice, but the further we went the environment changed. Lots of homeless people. We saw lots of people doing drugs and were approached by several strung out people begging for money or drugs. The public bathroom had a container to deposit used needles and this was disgusting, there was also a guy in there that was passed out. I did not feel safe and it was only 5 pm. I will not return to this beach as there are lots of others that did not have this environment. I really wish the city would clean up the area.
Written 22 July 2017
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robby321
Burnaby, Canada546 contributions
Sept 2020
Good park to explore on foot. Loved seeing a lock for boats right in the middle of the action, very interesting to watch. Loved the views of the lake along the boardwalk.
Written 21 September 2020
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JohnnyMcL
Bothwell, UK254 contributions
Jul 2019
Our first visit to Kelowna and I hope it wont be the last.
The waterfront is just beautiful - you could just walk, sit and admire nature at it's stunning best.
I was so jealous of the apartments where you could moor your boat outside your front door!
The waterfront is just beautiful - you could just walk, sit and admire nature at it's stunning best.
I was so jealous of the apartments where you could moor your boat outside your front door!
Written 27 August 2019
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Cynthia V
45 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
Very beautiful paths along the waterfront with super views. The flowers and trees were incredible. It was a very safe feeing while walking along the boardwalk with our family. Loved our evening in Kelowna in waterfront park.
Written 20 August 2019
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The Waterfront park is on the east side of the lake, just north of the big bridge on the west side of Kelowna.
Written 25 August 2017
Yes definitely. We saw lots of dogs along the boardwalk and others sat with their owners as we listened to live music. There was a water fountain along the board walk along the lake for dogs plus many vendors along Bernard avenue have water bowls for canine visitors.
Written 17 August 2017
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