Town Directory Systems
Penticton, "A Place To Stay Forever".
Forever is a long time, but definitely a place that people wish to return to year after year. There is so many things to do in Penticton that it’s hard to put into a few short words. Exercise is a big part of life to many residents and visitors alike. Water sports are a given with vast beaches at both, north and south ends of town and a river channel connecting the two lakes. If you’re looking for just a little relaxation, what better way to relax than lying on the beach and soaking up some vitamin D.
Surrounded by mountains, there is a wide range of biking and hiking trails from beginner to expert. Just a 30 minute drive to Apex Mountain Ski Resort for a fun filled day on the slopes, also open in the summer months for down hill cycling and hiking with spectacular panoramic views, your sure to get the picture your looking for.
World renowned wines await the connoisseur at some of the finest wineries in the valley or take a short drive to a fruit stand at one of the many orchards nearby to sample the freshest fruit you’ve ever tasted.
There are art galleries galore in the downtown and Colourful Front Street areas of town.
Golf anyone? Try everything from the lush greens of Penticton Golf and Country Club to the canyon and cliff of Sage Mesa Golf Club, there are plenty of courses for the beginner and pro golfer. If you prefer mini golf try Loco Landing Adventure Park for exciting family fun.
These are just a few of the fun and exciting things to do and see in and around Penticton. We hope you enjoy your stay here in Penticton and we know you’ll visit us again and again.
Travellers Info
Getting Around
• Penticton Transit System - 250-492-5602
• Greyhound - 250-493-4101
• Penticton Airport - 250-770-4422
Served by Air Canada Jazz
Penticton Weather Facts
• Hours of Sunshine - over 2,000
• Average annual rainfall 30.2 cm (11.9 in)
• Average summer daytime temperature 26.7 C (80 F)
• Average summer nighttime temperature 11.1 C (52 F)
• Average winter daytime temperature 1.9 C (35 F)
• Average winter nighttime temperature -3.9 C (25 F)
Communication in Penticton & the South Okanagan
Radio
• CBC - FM 93.7
- talk shows, music and current affairs
• CIGV - FM 100.7
- country music format, news
• CJMG - FM 97.1 Sun FM
- pop/adult mix sound and news
• CKOR - AM 800
- gold hits, contemporary music, news
Local Television Stations
CHBC, Shaw Cable
Population * 2006 Census
• Penticton 31,909
• Oliver 4,370
• Osoyoos 4,752
• Summerland 10,828