The Full Trail. Please donate to help create the northern gateway to the Okanagan Rail Trail. The Okanagan Rail Trail is a truly unique experience, with a total length of 50 km starting at the north end of Kalamalka Lake and ending at the center of Okanagan Lake, downtown Kelowna. Full daytime closures are now in effect on the Okanagan Rail Trail from Kickwillie on the Coldstream side, to south of Kekuli Bay. Specific dates, times and sections are yet to be determined, but the public will be notified in the coming weeks. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. The Okanagan Rail Trail is Amazing !!!! Sept. 27, 2018 was the official opening date for the majority of the trail - including nearly 14 kilometres of trail in Kelowna from Ellis Street to Old Vernon Road. Closure to Northern Section of the Okanagan Rail Trail to begin next Week Posted Friday, September 18, 2020. This is a new parking lot built specifically for the Okanagan Rail Trail. March 2020 . Okanagan Rail Trail closure to end in time for Thanksgiving hikers and bikers Trail to reopen for weekend Jon Manchester - Oct 5, 2020 / 9:39 am | Story: 312495 A section of the Okanagan Rail Trail Section along Kalamalka Lake will reopen in time for Thanksgiving weekend. The Regional District of North Okanagan said construction and mitigation efforts are in full swing and on schedule, but the hauling routes have been extended to include Coldstream’s side of Kickwillie trail in order to complete round trips more quickly. The Regional District of North Okanagan said construction and mitigation efforts are in full swing and on schedule, but the hauling routes have been extended to include Coldstream’s side of Kickwillie trail in order to complete round trips more quickly. Okanagan Rail Trail: Kelowna to Vernon is a 31.8 mile point-to-point trail located near Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. Rock and materials continue to be hauled through the Kekuli Bay trail access, and contractors have now extended hauling routes to include the Kickwillie trail access in order to complete round trips quicker. Rock and materials continue to be hauled through the Kekuli Bay trail access, and contractors have now extended hauling routes to include the Kickwillie trail access in order to complete round trips quicker. The erosion mitigation and repair work that began in February along the Kalamalka... As with other cherished community parks and greenways, volunteer groups are coming together... July 2020 Washroom construction over the next several months means that parking will... Donation provides funding for completion of three interpretive sites, North Okanagan section of rail trail to reopen in time for Thanksgiving weekend, Nature Restored at Head of Okanagan Rail Trail, ‘Sunflower’ Fundraising Campaign for Kilometre Zero Gateway, Kalamalka Erosion Repair and Protection Work Completed, Washroom Construction at Kickwillie/West Kal Entrance. Trail users are encouraged to park at the parking lot at Coldstream Station, 16506 Kalamalka Rd., throughout the washroom construction. Trail Facts: $22 million - purchase price of discontinued rail corridor. $7.8 million - cost to construct the first phase of the trail. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. The Okanagan Rail Trail currently ends right at the edge of their property, but the owners of the Eldorado Ranch near the Kelowna airport say they're not to blame for blocking the project. Septemer 3, 2020: Part of the reason that the Okanagan Rail Trail is so popular is that it runs alongside two emerald green lakes, Kalamalka and Wood Lake.These beautiful neighbours to the trails also cause erosion that eats into the width of the rail trail. Once completed, the Okanagan Rail Trail will span 49.5 km from Coldstream to Kelowna's downtown. The Okanagan Rail Trail will see full-day closures for 10 kilometres from Kickwillie through to Kekuli Bay Park for erosion mitigation. The RDNO is set to reopen the northern section of the Okanagan Rail Trail before the Thanksgiving long weekend that begins on October 10, 2020. Okanagan Rail Trail Construction Update and Schedule Updated: August 30, 2019 Much needed upgrades to RDNO owned sections of the Okanagan Rail Trail will be in full swing after the Labour Day weekend and required work will cause some partial and full trail closures … Enjoy scenic views along the way with 24 km of the trail being on along lakefronts, creeks, and natural habitats. Okanagan Rail Trail northern section closure begins next week This work is a part of the RDNO's long-term planning and maintenance to ensure the trail remains safe Sep. 18, 2020 12:00 a.m. Following the Okanagan Rail Trail Master Plan, which will be finalized in the next several months, this project will provide a modest but architecturally interesting washroom building for Okanagan Rail Trail users. Beginning February 10, and for up to 8 weeks, a section of the Okanagan Rail Trail will be closed on weekdays from approximately 1 km north to 4 km south of the Kekuli Bay Park trail access (Km 7.5 to km 12.5). … Continued Please note that the Okanagan Rail Trail is not currently continuous. Enjoy scenic views along the way with 24 km of the trail being on along lakefronts, creeks, and natural habitats. ... Further trail closures will be communicated as project updates are received. For an all new map with turn by turn directions, things to see along the way, and connecting routes, pick up a copy of the new book and ebook: Let’s Go Biking to the Okanagan & Beyond . Jon Manchester - Oct 5, 2020 / 9:39 am | Story: 312495. Okanagan Rail Trail, Kelowna, British Columbia. The Regional District of North Okanagan said construction and mitigation efforts are in full swing and on schedule, but the hauling routes have been extended to include Coldstream’s side of Kickwillie trail in order to complete round trips more quickly. The Okanagan Rail Trail is a truly unique experience, with a total length of 50 km starting at the north end of Kalamalka Lake and ending at the center of Okanagan Lake, downtown Kelowna. An environmental law association is suggesting a proposed road closure that would limit beach access in Lake Country may be illegal. More details have been finalized for the fall erosion mitigation work on the RDNO’s section of the Okanagan Rail Trail. Parking for the event: First choice: As shown on map above parking #1 is off of Kalamalka Road, there are 80 parking spaces here and this is where Coldstream wants event parking first. The Regional District of North Okanagan said construction and mitigation efforts are in full swing and on schedule, but the hauling routes have been extended to include Coldstream’s side of Kickwillie trail in order to complete round trips more quickly. Okanagan Rail Trail closure to end in time for Thanksgiving hikers and bikers Trail to reopen for weekend. Before it can reopen, however, the closure will extend to the Kickwillie entrance to allow crews to improve accessibility and enhance safety for trail users utilizing the Westkal parking lot, the RDNO advises. Okanagan Rail Trail Erosion Construction Update Posted Thursday, March 5, 2020. The Okanagan Rail Trail is the essential link to experience the Okanagan. 48.5 km - length of trail when completed (17.8 km in Kelowna, 2.3 km in Okanagan Indian Band, 16.3 km in Lake Country, 12.1 km in Regional District of North Okanagan). Find out more about the process and permits required for an event on the Okanagan Rail Trail by contacting the owner jurisdiction(s) for the section of trail you want to use: Kelowna Event Services Team at outdoorevents@kelowna.ca or 250-469-8423 DLC Matt Vader at … The Trail of the Okanagans Society, located in British Columbia, is an advocacy group focused on trail sections between the Bennett Bridge and the Canada / US Border. The district is considering closing what is known as Gable Road end, as part of a deal that would see about 200 metres of foreshore sold to the private property owners in the area.. Find out more about the process and permits required for an event on the Okanagan Rail Trail by contacting the owner jurisdiction(s) for the section of trail you want to use: Kelowna Event Services Team at outdoorevents@kelowna.ca or 250-469-8423 DLC Matt Vader at … Erosion mitigation work this month will require temporary closures to sections of the trail between 4 and 12.5 km with specific dates, times, and sections to be announced as details are finalized and permits are received. The Okanagan Rail Trail currently ends right at the edge of their property, but the owners of the Eldorado Ranch near the Kelowna airport say they're not to blame for blocking the project. The Okanagan Rail Trail was created by converting a decommissioned railway track into a multi-use pathway. The good news is the Okanagan Rail Trail remains open – mostly, anyway. Mother Nature continues to eat away at portions of the Okanagan Rail Trial. All rights reserved. The Regional District of North Okanagan is set to reopen the northern section of the trail this week. Trail Closure Notice by Clay Kessler | Jun 24, 2020 | Hiking | 0 comments There will be active harvesting of a new cutblock alongside 1.0 km of the Okanagan High Rim Trail during the month of July 2020 Now delayed to the Fall of 2020. Home → News → Media Releases. The trail will remain open and accessible in evenings after 5 p.m. and all weekends. The district is considering closing what is known as Gable Road end, as part of a deal that would see about 200 metres of foreshore sold to the private property owners in the area.. The RDNO is set to reopen the northern section of the Okanagan Rail Trail before the Thanksgiving long weekend that begins on October 10, 2020. Westkal Parking Area Closure Near Okanagan Rail Trail Posted Wednesday, July 31, 2019. 10K likes. Erosion control work on the Okanagan Rail Trail south of Vernon is in full swing and on schedule, the Regional District of North Okanagan reports. The Okanagan Rail Trail is a place of legacy, connections, discovery and enjoyment. Converting rails into trails....a look at the progress and fundraising efforts of the nearly 50 km trail connecting Coldstream to Kelowna. Starting Monday, September 21, the section of the trail from 4km – 12.5km will be closed until mid-October. Hikers and cyclists could be blocked for quite awhile from a three-kilometre section of the Okanagan Rail Trail in north Kelowna. The parking area at Westkal Road in Coldstream will be closed starting early August to complete upgrades to sections adjacent to the Okanagan Rail Trail (ORT). An environmental law association is suggesting a proposed road closure that would limit beach access in Lake Country may be illegal. The project will begin with rock and materials being hauled in through the Kekuli Bay trail … Rail trail closure expands. The City of Kelowna says that the Okanagan Rail Trail will remain closed for construction until the fall. A section of the Okanagan Rail Trail Section along Kalamalka Lake will reopen in time for Thanksgiving weekend. Temporary closures will occur on the Okanagan Rail Trail for erosion work. Whether your journey takes you along the beautiful shores of Kalamalka or Wood Lake in the northern section, or the vibrant urban sections in Kelowna, the Okanagan Rail Trail is an experience to be savoured. In the meantime, Friends of the Okanagan Rail Trail (FORT) has launched a fundraising campaign for enhancements at the Coldstream end and the Okanagan Rail Trail committee is preparing an ORL master plan. The Okanagan Rail Trail will see full-day closures for 10 kilometres from Kickwillie through to Kekuli Bay Park for erosion mitigation. For an all new map with turn by turn directions, things to see along the way, and connecting routes, pick up a copy of the new book and ebook: Let’s Go Biking to the Okanagan & Beyond . The parking area at Westkal Road in Coldstream will be closed starting early August to complete upgrades to sections adjacent to the Okanagan Rail Trail (ORT). Specific dates, times and sections are yet to be determined, but the public will be notified in the coming weeks. The trail will reopen after 5 p.m. on weekdays and will be open on weekends throughout the second phase of an erosion mitigation project. The City of Kelowna says that the Okanagan Rail Trail will remain closed for construction until the fall. Westkal Parking Area Closure Near Okanagan Rail Trail Posted Wednesday, July 31, 2019. Erosion mitigation and construction to RDNO sections of the Okanagan Rail Trail are in full swing and on schedule. March 2020 . The trail is primarily used for walking, running, and road biking. Okanagan Rail Trail: Kelowna to Vernon is a 31.8 mile point-to-point trail located near Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. Before it can reopen, however, the full closure will extend to the Kickwillie entrance to allow crews to improve accessibility and enhance safety for trail users utilizing the Westkal Parking Lot. In the meantime, Friends of the Okanagan Rail Trail (FORT) has launched a fundraising campaign for enhancements at the Coldstream end and the Okanagan Rail Trail committee is preparing an ORL master plan. Get all the day's most vital news with our newsletter, sent every weekday. The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) will begin construction of a washroom building on Okanagan Rail Trail Monday, July 13, 2020. Rail trail closure expands. Full daytime closures are now in effect on the Okanagan Rail Trail from Kickwillie on the Coldstream side, to south of Kekuli Bay. Beginning Tuesday, July 3, the Okanagan R. The Okanagan Rail Trail is Amazing !!!! Erosion mitigation and construction to RDNO sections of the Okanagan Rail Trail are in full swing and on schedule. 31 Jan. Jan. 2020. It’s exciting to ride BC’s newest rail trail from Kelowna to Vernon along Okanagan Lake, Woods Lake, Duck Lake and colourful Kalamalka Lake. Temporary closures will occur on the Okanagan Rail Trail for erosion work. Continued Erosion Mitigation on the Okanagan Rail Trail Posted Friday, January 31, 2020. Since the work involved excavating and rebuilding sections, a full 24/7 closure was necessary. Photo: RDNO. Erosion mitigation and construction to RDNO sections of the Okanagan Rail Trail are in full swing and on schedule. Home → News → Media Releases. Continued erosion mitigation to RDNO owned sections of the Okanagan Rail Trail will be in motion starting February 10, 2020. A section of a popular trail in the North Okanagan has been closed off because of water flowing on the pathway. Starting Monday, September 21, the section of the trail … Following the Okanagan Rail Trail Master Plan, which will be finalized in the next several months, this project will provide a modest but architecturally interesting washroom building for Okanagan Rail Trail users. The construction area is from kilometre 2.5 to 12.5, with closures in effect from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The intermittent closure is required to continue erosion repair work and prevent future trail damage from spring high water, and the goal is to complete the work before the busy spring season. This could be a great time to try out the trail sections in District of Lake Country or further north in Coldstream. Beginning February 10, and for up to 8 weeks, a section of the Okanagan Rail Trail will be closed on weekdays from approximately 1 km north to 4 km south of the Kekuli Bay Park trail access (Km 7.5 to km 12.5). Before it can reopen, however, the full closure will extend to the Kickwillie entrance to allow crews to improve accessibility and enhance safety for trail users utilizing the Westkal Parking Lot. We support and cheer the work of the Okanagan Rail Trail , Sicamous to Armstrong Rail Trail and the Gellatly Bay Trails and Parks Society and others working on sections from Peachland to Sicamous. ... Further trail closures will be communicated as project updates are received. Okanagan Rail Trail, Vernon: See 45 reviews, articles, and 33 photos of Okanagan Rail Trail, ranked No.8 on Tripadvisor among 35 attractions in Vernon. The washrooms are expected to be finished by the end of the year. Erosion mitigation and construction to RDNO sections of the Okanagan Rail Trail are in full swing and on schedule. The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) will begin construction of a washroom building on Okanagan Rail Trail Monday, July 13, 2020. 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