Kim Pemberton: Enjoy the quiet life during Okanagan's shoulder season Kelowna has plenty to offer in autumn, when the lake gets less crowded and the destination’s biggest draws — wineries and local hiking trails — remain open before snow’s arrival, when skiing takes prominence. Kim Pemberton Nov 8, 2024 9:00 PM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Previous Next 1 / 1 The view from the balcony of a waterfront-facing suite in the Royal Kelowna, a luxury resort in downtown Kelowna, shows off the beautiful fall foliage - one of the main reasons to visit Kelowna in autumn. KIM PEMBERTON Advertisement Expand Listen to this article 00:07:48 Summer has always been a popular time to visit the lakeside community of Kelowna, but I prefer travelling to B.
C.’s southern Interior in autumn, when the air is crisp and the foliage turns to bright yellows, oranges and reds. Seems I’m not alone.
A spokesperson for the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association says there’s been a noticeable increase in visitors to the region in the shoulder season. “As a local, the fall is my favourite time and that sentiment is spreading,” says TOTA communications manager Jenna Labossiere. “It’s a secret we like to share.
It’s less crowded, the sun is still shining and the colours are beautiful.” Besides the colours, what’s most noticeable about visiting Kelowna in autumn is the stillness of Okanagan Lake. There are no crowds on its sh.