Lakawanna Water Park — Attraction in Penticton

The park and the beach are amazing. We were in Penticton twice this summer. The first time it was nice and sunny with clear skies as far as the eye can see. We enjoyed walking around and eating at the restaurants along the beach. The second time it was a little bit different because of the fires. There was not much visibility at the lake and it was smoky all over. It made it difficult to breath and move around. I wore my mask most of the time while my wife decided to go without. We still had fun and people who had booked their vacations were trying to make the best of it hoping for a clearing during their stay. We headed back to Vancouver where the visibility was better. We could not believe that we had a vacation on a smoky town rather than staying at home. But since we love Penticton it was worth the trip. And the park and the beach...

We came the week before July 2018 long weekend. This is the week before official Summer / High season here, and we had the beach nearly to ourselves. The water is still a bit chilly this time of year, but it's usually sunny and warm, and if you can handle a cold dip, and the sun's out, you can get toasty and dry in no time.

Lots of great eateries, cafes, and ice cream stands nearby. There is a floating waterpark / slides type structure for the kids moored just off shore. Also nearby are public washrooms, and the Pentiction Japanese Gardens is just a short walk up the promenade.

Great amenities and all around great fun...

Lots of people, plenty of beautiful driving by cars, tons of shade from the trees across the street. Fun for the kids has a small water park & a playground. Also has the newly renovated food stand which has wonder food & plenty of shaded seats. Family friendly between the hours of 7am-10:30pm. Usually around 10 or 11 will there be groups of young adults, adults coming from the Bars & Clubs. As well...