The Okanagan is a perfect place to explore during the summer. Full of beautiful sights and natural wonders, waterfalls top the list of must-see attractions.

• Canyon Falls Park

  By KelownaNow

  Located just above the Crawford subdivision in Kelowna, be prepared for a moderate to difficult 2 km hike. Regardless, the two impressive (lower & upper) falls certainly make the trip worthwhile.

• Fintry Provincial Park

  By KelownaNow

  Within Fintry Provincial Park, the well-maintained Shorts Creek Trail will lead you through a gorge, up about 400 flights of stairs, to a beautiful series of waterfalls that cannot be missed. 

• Hardy Falls Regional Park

  By KelownaNow

  Part of the larger Regional Park, Hardy Falls is located at the South end of Peachland. This is an easy, family-friendly hike that will nonetheless, lead to a great reward at the end of it all.

• Mill Creek Falls Regional Park

  By KelownaNow

  You can find a series of waterfalls in Mill Creek Regional Park, some of which are harder to access than others. With a warning for Poison Ivy right off the bat, make sure you wear appropriate gear!

• Bear Creek Falls

  By KelownaNow

  You can find the trails leading to the Bear Creek Falls across the road from the Bear Creek Provincial Campground, West of Okanagan Lake. Come prepared for an hour hike: water, sunscreen and all.

• Naramata Creek Falls

  By KelownaNow

  Promising spectacular views, with various rest points along the way, the Naramata Creek Falls are a must-see when you visit Naramata Creek Park.

• Inspired?

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  Check out Tourism Kelowna's website for more hiking trails in the area. 

A huge thanks goes out to the firefighters that battled the Okanagan Fires this summer. In honour of their feats, we're recapping 10 of the most memorable moments from the events that occurred.

• 1. Smith Creek Fire

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  The beginnings of the Smith Creek forest fire, which spanned over 260 hectares. 

• 2. Smith Creek Fire

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  Firefighters from the B.C. Wildfire Management deployed, and assessing the developments.

• 3. Smith Creek Fire

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  The fire showed aggressive behaviour, quickly growing in size and proving difficult to contain. 

• 4. Smith Creek Fire

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  Firefighters continued to combat flare ups throughout the evening along with the aid of helicopters and air tankers. 

• 5. Smith Creek Fire

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  Combating the Smith Creek forest fire was a tireless process for both our local firefighters, as well as those deployed by the B.C. Wildfire Management and any air support crew members.

• 6. Drought Hill Fire

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  Suspect to be human caused, authorities would like to warn the general public once again, to be especially careful when hosting barbecues and smoking near forested areas. 

• 7. Drought Hill Fire

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  An air tanker in the process of fighting the Drought Hill forest fire.

• 8. Drought Hill Fire

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  Traffic slowing on Highway 97C as civilian vehicles steer clear of emergency response vehicles and personnel. 

• 9. Drought Hill Fire

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  The blazing fire can still be seen through a thick veil of smoke.

• 10. Drought Hill Fire

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  A helicopter crew continues working towards complete fire containment.

Warmer months in Kelowna are a call to sports action. Home to the annual Center of Gravity Festival amongst others, we're taking a look back at the best sport moments of the summer.

• BMX - Center of Gravity

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  Side by side BMX riders, perfectly in synch. 

• Wakeboarding - Center of Gravity

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  Nothing can describe the feeling of being on the water, except simply exhilarating. 

• Beach Volleyball - Center of Gravity

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  The match-up intensifies on the beach volleyball courts.

• FMX - Center of Gravity

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  Airtime is showtime where FMX at Center of Gravity is concerned. 

• Basketball - Center of Gravity

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  It's all eyes on the ball and all focus on the hoop.

• Triathlon - Apple Triathlon

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  Athletes gearing up for the swim leg of the Apple Triathlon.

• Rugby - Canadian Rugby Championship

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  It's game on between the Prairie Wolfpack and the BC Bears in round two of the Canadian Rugby Championship. 

Everybody loves a good burger. From gourmet to everyday, and even award winning ones to sink your teeth into, here are the top spots as determined bye the Best of Kelowna 2014.

• 10. A&W

  By KelownaNow

  Home to Kelowna's very own Burger Family, A&W is the classic burger joint that this list could not be without.

• 9. Red Robin Gourmet Burgers

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  Whether you're opting for a pre-conceived option or building your own burger from a selection of great tasting ingredients, this is comfort food at its finest. Unlimitd fries are an added bonus.

• 8. SliderZ Community House

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  More than just a gourmet burger bar, SliderZ Community House offers an extensive menu of mouth watering eats.

• 7. Beet'N Boo's Bistro & Catering

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  With a focus on making everything from scratch and serving up "comfort classics with a creative twist," Beet'N Boo's is the place to grab that gourmet burger you've been craving.

• 6. Burger Baron

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  Not your usual, a trip to the Burger Baron will have enjoying an under-rated gourmet burger that's a notch above the rest—try their poutine too.

• 5. Earl's On Top

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  Earl's has been infusing their menu with a flirtatious sense of fun since 1982, planting the seeds for a truly unique kitchen and bar experience with delicious burgers to match.

• 4. Fat Burger

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  In 1952, Lovie Yancey created something unique—a culture, a phenomenon, if you will. She created the biggest, juiciest hamburgers anyone had ever seen. Behold, the Fat Burger.

• 3. Triple-Os

  By KelownaNow

  The Bronze Medal winner for Best Burger in Best of Kelowna 2014, you can never go wrong with Triple-Os. 

• 2. RauDZ Regional Table

  By KelownaNow

  Awarded the Silver Medal for Best Burger in Best of Kelowna 2014, both the food as well as the reclaimed, heartwood-pine tables are works of art to behold.

• 1. 5 Guys Burgers and Fries

  By KelownaNow

  The Gold Medal winner for Best Burger in Best of Kelowna 2014, now that's truly what you call a "winning meal."

For wine lovers, the Okanagan Valley is a must-visit destination, especially during the summer months. Full of amazing wineries, you're in for an unforgettable fruit of the vine adventure. 

• 1. Summerhill Pyramid Winery

  By KelownaNow

  Following organic growing practices, Summerhill's wines are regularly honoured in international competitions. With a focus on hospitality, you'll definitely feel welcomed with every visit.

• 2. Gray Monk Estate Winery

  By KelownaNow

  Established in 1972, Gray Monk is home to award-winning VQA wine, and also features a wine and gift shop, Grapevine Restaurant, tours and spectacular views of the beautiful Okanagan Valley.

• 3. Tinhorn Creek Winery & Vineyards

  By KelownaNow

  Having developed a consistent reputation for excellence and winning over 250 medals in wine competitions all over the world, Tinhorn Creek is committed to sustainable practices in & around the winery.

• 4. Tantalus Vineyards

  By KelownaNow

  Situated on the eastern slopes of the Okanagan Valley, Tantalus is dedicated to growing and vinifying limited quantities of exceptional Riesling, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

• 5. Ex Nihilo

  By KelownaNow

  Designed in a modern Mediterranean fashion, Ex Nihilo was created with the goal of delivering a truly unique, Okanagan Valley wine experience for guests.

• 6. Meadow Vista Honey Wines

  By KelownaNow

  Kelowna's premier meadery and artisan farm, Meadow Vista produced Canada's first organic sparkling honey wine. Indulge in a variety of activities while savouring "nature in a glass" at Meadow Vista.

• 7. Arrowleaf Cellars

  By KelownaNow

  A family run operation, upon returning from a trip to Switzerland with the purpose of perfecting the art of wine-making, the Zuppigers officially opened the Arrowleaf doors in 2003.

The Okanagan is a perfect place to explore during the summer. Full of beautiful sights and natural wonders, waterfalls top the list of must-see attractions.

• Canyon Falls Park

  By KelownaNow

  Located just above the Crawford subdivision in Kelowna, be prepared for a moderate to difficult 2 km hike. Regardless, the two impressive (lower & upper) falls certainly make the trip worthwhile.

• Fintry Provincial Park

  By KelownaNow

  Within Fintry Provincial Park, the well-maintained Shorts Creek Trail will lead you through a gorge, up about 400 flights of stairs, to a beautiful series of waterfalls that cannot be missed. 

• Hardy Falls Regional Park

  By KelownaNow

  Part of the larger Regional Park, Hardy Falls is located at the South end of Peachland. This is an easy, family-friendly hike that will nonetheless, lead to a great reward at the end of it all.

• Mill Creek Falls Regional Park

  By KelownaNow

  You can find a series of waterfalls in Mill Creek Regional Park, some of which are harder to access than others. With a warning for Poison Ivy right off the bat, make sure you wear appropriate gear!

• Bear Creek Falls

  By KelownaNow

  You can find the trails leading to the Bear Creek Falls across the road from the Bear Creek Provincial Campground, West of Okanagan Lake. Come prepared for an hour hike: water, sunscreen and all.

• Naramata Creek Falls

  By KelownaNow

  Promising spectacular views, with various rest points along the way, the Naramata Creek Falls are a must-see when you visit Naramata Creek Park.

• Inspired?

  By KelownaNow

  Check out Tourism Kelowna's website for more hiking trails in the area.