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Attractions
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The Peachland Mural
The Peachland Historical Mural is painted on the retaining wall where a bedrock bump once extended into the lake. During the highway construction in 1937 dynamite blasting sent two boulders crashing through the roof of Walter's Packinghouse below. The packers were busy on the wharf so luckily no one was hurt. The mural artist was Peachland resident Robyn Lake; it was sponsored by the Peachland Rotary Club. It shows Hardy Falls, the Wharf, the Packinghouse, and downtown scenes of the past and present.
The Peachland Museum
The unique 8-sided Peachland Baptist Church was constructed, mainly by volunteers, in 1910 and served as a place of worship until 1964. Over the years it has functioned as a temporary Municipal Hall, Parks and Recreation Office, Fire Brigade Hall and Public Library. Since 1980 the building has housed the Peachland Museum.
Hundreds of historical artifacts, photographs, newspapers and documents are on display. Together, they offer a glimpse into the rich history of Peachland and its people.
The Central Okanagan Railway Company meets Wednesdays at 7:00pm at the Peachland Museum.
www.centralokrailway.com
July & August:
Daily: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday's: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
September - June:
Weekends: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Wednesday's: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Open most afternoons: 1:00pm - 6:00pm
5890 Beach Avenue, Peachland BC
www.peachlandmuseum.ca
1.250.767.3441
The Little Schoolhouse
Peachland's oldest heritage building built in 1898 on Brandon Lane. It was originally a schoolhouse/church and in 1908 it became St. Margaret's Angelican Church. That year, students walked into their new school on Beach Avenue. The Peachland School still graces the waterfront. In 1949 it became Peachland Elementary, and later Peachland Primary. Its windows look out on the beaches and playing fields where many generations of Peachland kids skinned their knees, bruised their elbows, and learned to swim. It closed in June 2002. Former teachers and students came from afar to celebrate 90+ years of education at this historic site. It now serves as a great venue for community events and is ideal for private functions. Drop in for Sunday Tea, have dessert on the terrace or browse the art displays. Art shows and demonstrations happen throughout the summer.
Brandon Lane, Peachland BC
1.250.767.3001
1.250.767.2706
Parrot Island
Parrot Island was founded by Ray and Valerie Parkes in 1997 and visits to the sanctuary have become treasured childhood memories to Peachland residents as well as visitors.
The sanctuary provides a loving environment for the 80 to 85 unwanted or abused birds that call Parrot Island their home. A visit to the sanctuary is always highly interesting, educational and a great choice for a family outing.
Koko, one of the most popular parrots to visit, is always happy to be given a grape from a laughing child or to sit on your head for a hilarious photo. Make sure to bring your camera! Don't forget to ask Ray or Val about the "Adopt a Parrot" program. The grounds also have beautiful areas for a post-parrot picnic.
March 15 - October 31:
Daily: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Winter Hours:
Please call ahead
5090 Mackinnon Road, Peachland BC
1.250.767.9030
Okanagan ATV Tours
From wonderfully scenic to downright dirty, we offer every level of ATV enjoyment. Whether you are a beginner wanting an easy ride or an expert looking for a challenge, or you classify yourself somewhere in between, Okanagan ATV Tours offers you a wide variety of great trails, great scenery, great fun!
5463 McDougald Road, Peachland BC
www.okanaganatvtours.com
okanaganatvtours@shaw.ca
1.250.717.0733
1.888.418.8687
Zip Zone Adventure Park
Six breathtakingly high ziplines that cross Deep Creek at heights of up to 350ft. We have the HIGHEST ZIPLINES IN NORTH AMERICA!! They are so high we had to install aircraft warning markers!
The Okanagan’s ONLY First Nations interpretive trail system. Families that learn together, grow together. Our interpretive trail system was developed by cultural and environmental experts from the Westbank First Nation. Learn all about the traditional use of the land, the flora and the fauna in the Okanagan.
Do mental gymnastics at our Puzzlearium! Spend as long as you like in our shaded picnic area, and have fun solving our unique mechanical puzzles. And don’t be surprised if your kids are smarter than you!
ZipZone is located in the historic Deep Creek Gorge in the mountains behind the beautiful city of Peachland, in the Sunny Okanagan. It is 8.7 km's up Princeton Drive.
*NOTE - Zip Zone is now closed for the season and will reopen in 2012*
