Coronation Grapes

Grown from a vine in our yard. Grown in abundance this year this sweet seedless variety is not only a wonderful eating grape, but makes great muffins and fabulous pies.

Tressle and Foot Bridge

Eventually the KVR train will pause on the tressle offering passengers a view of the footbridge crossing availabe on the canyon below.

Train Robbery

This photograph shows a couple of the many disguised bandits that stop and board the KVR train to rob the patrons of their pocket change. These theme trains run several times throughout out the summer and are great fun. Be careful how much you carry in your pocket as they do not return the money, lol.

Railroad Viewpoint

Abundant views of vineyards and orchards in the Summerland area are readily visible while riding the KVR Train

KVR Steam Locomotive Train

The restored 1912 Kettle Valley Steam Locomotive #3716 operates out of Summerland, BC for the enjoyment of tourists and residents alike. This 90 minute ride from either a vintage passenger coach or open air observation car covers vistas of orchards and vineyards to views of the lake from the trestle bridge 238 ft. above the canyon floor. Lively musical entertainment and anecdotes make this a memorable experience.

Mountain Sheep

Travelling through the mountain roads and highways requires diligent alertness at all times, as all types of animals can appear on the travelled portion at any time and without warning. In this case as we rounded one of the many curves, we came upon a herd of mountain sheep.

The Winding Road

Off the walking trail and back onto Westside Road. We decide to drive further northward where the terrain changes substantially.

A Shoulder Glance

As our trek downward to the original starting point begins, a right shoulder glance brings forth another view of the Okanagan Lake and Kelowna in the distance.

Load of Logs

In keeping with the previous photo, Logs and Curves, this truck is transporting logs to the lake from the mountainous area where they were fallen. They will eventually be floated to the saw mill for processing.

Logs & Curves

The walking trail eventually curves eastward where we catch a glimpse of the Westside roadway below. In the same area you will notice a log storage area. These logs are transported by truck and dumped into the water. They are eventually floated across Okanagan Lake by tug boat to the Tolko Lumber Mill located in Kelowna.

Bear Creek Canyon

Upon reaching the upper part of the trail, Bear Creek Canyon becomes visible below.

The Walking Trail

Once the welcoming stairs have been mastered, we are confronted with an approximate 3 hour walking trail covering the upland region. We have combined two pictorial views portraying the wilderness of this area.