
Penticton is lovely city located within the Southern Interior of British Columbia within the Okanagan Valley. Penticton is quaintly situated between Skaha Lake and Okanagan Lake. This makes it a perfect place for boating, fishing and partaking in various water sports. Both lakes have lovely beaches and hence the city has become an exciting tourist spot. The population in 2010 was 37,721.
There are many recreational opportunities to be had all year round in Penticton. During winter, Apex Mountain Resort provides tough runs for the many skiers and snowboarders in the area. There is the Kettle Valley Railway Trail that offers a fantastic opportunity for biking and hiking. The Skaha Bluffs are well-known for rock climbing. All through wintertimes, Penticton Vees, the BCHL hockey team, play. The PCSL soccer team is the Penticton Pinnacles and their season is from May until July. The city of Penticton is also home to Penticton Lakers, the KIJHL team.