This work is a part of the RDNO’s long-term planning and maintenance to ensure the trail remains safe and enjoyable for years to come. The scenery and views are out of this world and you can feel the stresses of today disappear. 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. The Okanagan Rail Trail is one of the most beautiful, relaxed walking trails of the Okanagan. Full daytime closures are now in effect on the Okanagan Rail Trail from Kickwillie on the Coldstream side, to south of Kekuli Bay. And, the Kal Crystal Waters Trail is available as an alternate route connecting Coldstream to Lake Country during this period of construction. Alternative access points remain open south of kilometre 12.5 in Oyama, Lake Country, and Kelowna. September 3, 2020, - Upcoming Erosion Mitigation Work on Okanagan Rail Trail, All Rights Reserved © 2020 Regional District of North Okanagan. These “rail trails” connect communities and provide extensive recreational opportunities for residents and travellers alike. Starting Monday, Sept. 21, the section of the trail from 4km – 12.5km will be closed until mid-October. Okanagan Rail Trail: Vernon to Oyama is a 21.4 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Coldstream, British Columbia, Canada that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The project will include digging into the trail and rebuilding damaged spots, so the trail will be closed 24/7 throughout the work. 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 … 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. 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. We will do our best to complete the work promptly,” said Mike Fox, general manager of Community Services, RDNO. The Okanagan Rail Trail is Amazing !!!! 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 trail offers a number of activity options. The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) will begin construction of a washroom building on Okanagan Rail Trail Monday, July 13, 2020. Okanagan Rail Trail, Kelowna, British Columbia. The Okanagan Rail Trail will see full-day closures for 10 kilometres from Kickwillie through to Kekuli Bay Park for erosion mitigation. View the map of the Kal Crystal Waters trail on our website. 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. “We understand that this is a disruption to the users of the northern section of the rail trail. 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. With the trail being a maximum grade of 1.3%, biking or walking the trail is a breeze. 333 likes. Starting Monday, September 21, the section of the trail from 4km – 12.5km will be closed until mid-October. The Okanagan Rail Ride is a one day annual cycling event on the beautiful Okanagan Rail Trail. Temporary closures will occur on the Okanagan Rail Trail for erosion work. Fax:     250-550-3701 The route was essentially the same as that used by the Hudson's Bay Company fur brigades, following the Columbia River to the confluence of the Okanogan River, and then up that river's watercourse via Osoyoos, Skaha (Dog) and Okanagan … An environmental law association is suggesting a proposed road closure that would limit beach access in Lake Country may be illegal. (Contributed), This work is a part of the RDNO's long-term planning and maintenance to ensure the trail remains safe. Coldstream, BC V1B 2K9, Phone: 250-550-3700 We accessed it from Coldstream. Trail Closure for Erosion Repair. Construction to the northern section of the Okanagan Rail Trail is to begin Sept. 21, 2020. The Okanagan Rail Trail will see full-day closures for 10 kilometres from Kickwillie through to Kekuli Bay Park for erosion mitigation. 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. You’ll see walkers, runners and bikers everywhere. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. 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. More details have been finalized for the fall erosion mitigation work on the RDNO’s section of the Okanagan Rail Trail. 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. Please note that the Okanagan Rail Trail is not currently continuous. The Okanagan Trail was an inland route to the Fraser Canyon Gold Rush from the Lower Columbia region of the Washington and Oregon Territories in 1858–1859. “We understand that this is a disruption to the users of the northern section of the rail trail. This work is a part of the RDNO’s long-term planning and maintenance to ensure the trail remains safe and enjoyable for years to come. Beginning Tuesday, July 3, the Okanagan R. Butwe didn’t find too busy. 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. More details have been finalized for the fall erosion mitigation work on the RDNO’s section of the Okanagan Rail Trail. Tried to get current information about trail closures and access. Updates will be posted at www.rdno.ca/ortwork, and we will continue to share the information through the Okanagan Rail Trail Facebook page, so Okanagan Rail Trail users are aware of the scheduling and extent of any temporary trail closures. The project will include digging into the trail and rebuilding damaged spots, so the trail will be closed 24/7 throughout the work. 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. 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. 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). What an amazing place. 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. Specific dates, times and sections are yet to be determined, but the public will be notified in the coming weeks. Mother Nature continues to eat away at portions of the Okanagan Rail Trial. This is a beautiful rail trail in an amazing location. Questions, Comments?Click here to provide feedback. The Okanagan Rail Trail Half Marathon will follow a flat and very picturesque course along the Okanagan Rail Trail which follows up the trail along Wood Lake and Kalamalka Lake. Once completed, the Okanagan Rail Trail will span 49.5 km from Coldstream to Kelowna's downtown. Email:  [email protected]. Enjoy scenic views along the way with 24 km of the trail being on along lakefronts, creeks, and natural habitats. The Okanagan Rail Trail is the essential link to experience the Okanagan. We will do our best to complete the work promptly,” said Mike Fox, General Manager of Community Services, RDNO. Runners will head west along the northern side of Wood Lake along the trail, where they … View the map of the Kal Crystal Waters trail on the RDNO website. 31 Jan. Jan. 2020. Okanagan Rail Trail will be closed in the North Okanagan starting Feb. 10. The trail will remain open and accessible in evenings after 5 p.m. and all weekends. Ongoing, originally posted in 2013 -- Notice affecting the Salmo Area-- Annual closure in effect April 15 to June 15 (approx) -- Due to grizzly bear foraging each spring, the Salmo Great Northern rail trail is normally closed annually for 10 kilometres between Cottonwood Lake and Hall Siding (northern section, about 8 km south of Nelson) from mid April to mid June. Starting Monday, September 21, the section of the trail from 4km – 12.5km will be closed until mid-October. The construction area is from kilometre 2.5 to 12.5, with closures in effect from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 10K likes. The Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail provides a connection between communities unfolding the true story within Secwepemc territory, protecting natural areas and habitat for wildlife, facilitating healthy outdoor recreational activities and travel options on foot and by bicycle, conserving heritage, cultural, & agricultural values, and encouraging recreational tourism in rural areas. A section of a popular trail in the North Okanagan has been closed off because of water flowing on the pathway. The Okanagan Rail Trail was created by converting a decommissioned railway track into a multi-use pathway. 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.. 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The Full Trail. Closure to Northern Section of the Okanagan Rail Trail to begin next Week Posted Friday, September 18, 2020. 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 City of Kelowna says that the Okanagan Rail Trail will remain closed for construction until the fall. More details have been finalized for the fall erosion mitigation work on the RDNO’s section of the Okanagan Rail Trail. 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. And, the Kal Crystal Waters Trail is available as an alternate route connecting Coldstream to Lake Country during this period of construction. View the map of the Kal Crystal Waters trail on our website. Okanagan Rail Trail, Vernon: Address, Okanagan Rail Trail Reviews: 5/5. 9848 Aberdeen Road 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. Alternative access points remain open south of kilometre 12.5 in Oyama, Lake Country, and Kelowna. Updates will be posted at www.rdno.ca/ortwork, and we will continue to share the information through the Okanagan Rail Trail Facebook page, so Okanagan Rail Trail users are aware of the scheduling and extent of any temporary trail closures. We walked and it designed and easy to walk along. Okanagan Rail Ride, Vernon, British Columbia. BC rail trails. 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 Thompson Okanagan enjoys an extensive rail trail network as a result of decommissioned railroad systems throughout the region. 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