Town in British Columbia, Canada
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Summerland is in British Columbia, Canada. It is a small community of 11,600 (2016) people in the Okanagan Valley. The architecture of the downtown area is done in Old English Tudor.
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This bridge was built in 1913 as part of the Kettle Valley Railway, considered one of the greatest railway engineering feats of its time. The last train rolled over the bridge in 1985 and the tracks were removed ten years later. Today you are welcome to wander across and see if you can withstand vertigo when peering down 73 m (238 ft) to the rushing creek below. This trestle is the highest railway trestle in British Columbia, and the third highest in North America.
It may be dilapidated today, but this barn which was built circa 1890 by one of Summerland's pioneer families is a tangible link to the past. Please be respectful of the many families that live in this area.
Is an extinct volcano in the center of town, has 360-degree views of Summerland to the north and west, Okanagan Lake to the east, and Penticton to the south. The entire mountain is designated as parkland, and there is a narrow windy road that leads to a parking area near the top. A ten minute climb will take you the rest of the way. There is also a time capsule at the top, to be opened in 2067 coinciding with Canada's bicentennial.
Part of Agriculture Canada's fruit tree research facility created in 1916, the pristine gardens feature a picnic area on a vast lawn as well as annotated displays of the local flora. Also features stirring views of Trout Creek Canyon and the Trout Creek Trestle.
Visit displays and collections that provide insight into this area's vast and interesting history and heritage. Contains town records and photographs dating from 1909.
Step off the busy highway and enjoy this self-guided winery tour to go tasting various types of alcohol made in Summerland. As of 2023, there are 11 wineries, 4 cideries, one distillery, and one brewery.
A 90-min, 16-km round-trip on the only remaining part of the historic Kettle Valley Railway. Disembark and enjoy the view from the Trout Creek Trestle, 73 m (238 ft) above the creek. It operates May-October, December, Mothers Day, and Easter. Reservations required.
Upscale dining in an old converted stone house.
Locally owned and operated. Standard fare. Good prices.
Try the tank sub. If you can eat it all in one sitting you probably need to go on a diet.
The only pub in uppertown. Pub menu. Friendly staff. Pool table, darts. Pub-style menu.
It offers a fantastic view and good food.
Vineyard with excellent views of the steam railway. Ask the staff about the story of the establishment. Their slogan is "Wine is Fun". Formerly Scherzinger Vineyards.
The first estate winery in BC has been in business since 1981.
Homemade preserves, fruit leather, and ice cream.
By car
Highway 97 is the only highway into town. It runs south from Kelowna and north from Penticton. Vancouver is 420 km (261 mi) to the west. Calgary is 689km (428mi) to the east.
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