Just north of Washington state, Canada’s Okanagan Valley is a sun-drenched stretch of vineyards, orchards, sparkling lakes, and scenic bike trails. Cross the border, and you’ll find more than 200 wineries pouring British Columbia wines, and every U.S. dollar gets you about 40 extra Canadian cents to spend on them.
Here’s how to eat, drink, and bike your way across this surprising culinary destination.
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Okanagan Valley vineyard (Heidi Gollub)
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Kalamalka Lake (Heidi Gollub)
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View of Okanagan Lake from Hotel Eldorado (Heidi Gollub)
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Light bites in Haywire Winery’s tasting room (Heidi Gollub)
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Dock at Summerland Waterfront Resort (Heidi Gollub)
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Abandoned Rail Brewing Co (Heidi Gollub)
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Poplar Grove (Heidi Gollub)
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View from the Kettle Valley Rail Trail (Heidi Gollub)
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NK’MIP vineyard (Heidi Gollub)
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Chef’s Table at Backyard Farm (Heidi Gollub)
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Path to Osoyoos Lake from Watermark Beach Resort (Heidi Gollub)
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