Difficulty: EASY

Rating: 4.5/5

Accessibility: SUV

Kayaking Spot

oyama lake

Description:

Stumbling into Oyama Lake is like finding a hidden piece of paradise, being only an hour drive from Kelowna I was shocked that I had never heard of this place. Once you arrive at the parking area you'll find yourself in a small community that will only remind you of a summer camp. The area is clean, well managed, and everyone is super friendly.

Taking your kayak or canoe down to the water's edge is a quick walk from the parking lot where you will find a small dock and a floating platform out in the water for swimming. 

The lake is riddled with small islands and is very shallow at some points so be wary of bringing any motorized boats, although it is often done. Any of these small islands make a great spot to set up camp for a weekend as you explore the several hiking trails surrounding the lake.

Directions:

Oyama Lake is approximately an hour drive from Kelowna, or 45 minutes from Vernon.

  1. Coming from Kelowna, drive North along Highway 97 towards Vernon.
  2. Once you're driving through Lake Country take the Exit onto Pelmewash Pkwy.
  3. Drive for 6.0km then turn right onto Oyama rd.
  4. Drive for 1.8km then turn right to stay on Oyama rd.
  5. Take your first left onto Middle Bench rd.
  6. Turn left onto Todd rd.
  7. Turn right at the end of the road onto Oyama Lake rd.
  8. Follow this road up 11.2km past the Oyama Lookout. You'll come to a gated area, park here.

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GPS Coordinates:

  • Parking area:50.113685, -119.280239

Features:

  • Kayaking area
  • Lake
  • Campsites
  • Dog Friendly