Why go
- City in British Columbia, Canada.
- Known for Penticton Vees (WHL), Munson Mountain, Okanagan Beach, Skaha Beach Park.
- 3 curated must-see attractions on record, including Nickel Plate Park.
- 2 hand-picked places to stay.
- Served by Penticton Airport (YYF).
- Home to roughly 38,665 people.
History
Penticton is a city in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Canada, situated between Okanagan and Skaha lakes. In the 2021 Canadian Census, its population was 36,885, while its census agglomeration population was 47,380.
Must-see attractions
Where to stay
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Air Canada AC (Dash 8-300) · 1 route: Vancouver*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Penticton Airport (YYF). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: YYF has direct flights to 1 destination on 1 airline (incl. Vancouver).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Penticton, BC. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.