Discover Fun Things to Do & See Here in Osoyoos!
The friendly, knowledgeable Riviera Motel staff are all long-term Osoyoos residents, which means we know the local area and tourist attractions very well. Whether your family is looking to spend a summer day out on the lake or eager to discover the local culture in an art gallery, our staff would be more than happy to recommend the perfect place.
Our motel is open year-round, and as you can see from the helpful tourism links listed below, there’s never a wrong time of year to plan your next Osoyoos vacation. From golfing and winery tours to parasailing and helicopter tours, our region features activities sure to please the whole family!
Watersports/Water Parks
Osoyoos has a boat launch and new marina that will help your family get out on Canada’s warmest lake. From canoeing to jet skiing and paddle boarding, there are endless options for fun out on the water. In the summer, the lake is the ultimate place for a swim, but there are also a number of public beaches to enjoy with shallow waters and soft sand. For water babies, we also have a new splash park open in the area!
Skiing, Hockey & More
Planning a winter trip? Take in a minor hockey game, go ice skating at our local arena or hit the slopes at Mt. Baldy (45km from Osoyoos) if you’re feeling bold enough:
- Sun Bowl Arena
- Mount Baldy (open December-April)
Golfing
Would you enjoy a sunny day out on the links during your vacation? Try one of Osoyoos’ golf courses:
Art Galleries, Museums & Concerts
Would you enjoy a sunny day out on the links during your vacation? Try one of Osoyoos’ golf courses:
- Osoyoos Art Gallery
- Osoyoos & District Museum and Archives
- Osoyoos & District Arts Council’s Concert Series
- Osoyoos Desert Model Railroad
- NK’MIP Desert Cultural Centre
Wineries/Winery Tours
Did you know there are over 200 wineries across British Columbia? Sample local Okanagan Valley wines at:
- Adega on 45th Estate Winery – Osoyoos
- Burrowing Owl Estate Winery– Oliver
- Nk'Mip Cellars, Canada's First Aboriginal Owned and Operated Winery – Osoyoos
- Moon Curser Vineyards – Osoyoos
Parks, Hiking Trails & Wildlife Centres
Enjoy getting back to nature? Be sure to check out these local attractions:
- Mt. Kobau
- Osoyoos Desert Centre
- The Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory at White Lake
- Vaseux Lake Wildlife Centre
Helicopter Tours & Parasailing
Take to the air and enjoy everything Osoyoos has to offer from a bird’s eye view:
Book your reservation at the Riviera Motel today and you’ll be able to enjoy all the sights Osoyoos has to offer!
