Parks

The Regional District of North Okanagan oversees select sub-regional and Electoral Area parks throughout the North Okanagan valley for resident and visitor enjoyment featuring:

  • Playgrounds
  • Dog parks
  • Trails 
  • Bird watching and wetlands
  • Undeveloped natural spaces
  • Viewing platforms

Have a furry friend?

With over 7400 licensed dogs in the area, many of our parks and trails allow dogs on-leash making your visit enjoyable for the whole family! Please note that those parks that do not allow dogs are close to playgrounds or environmentally sensitive areas. We ask all users to please check our parks and trails list to see if dogs are allowed in the area while planning your trip. 

    For information on parks found in other jurisdictions, please contact: 

    Contact(s)

    communityservices@rdno.ca
    250-550-3700
    Address: 715 35 Ave, Vernon

    Black Rock Park provides users with 360-degree views of the BX and Greater Vernon areas.  Dogs are permitted on leash only. 

    Address: 5734 Silver Star Rd, Vernon

    Located behind the BX Fire Hall, BX Community Park features a playground, basketball court and sports field. Dogs are not permitted on this site. 

    The field in this park can be booked through Vernon Recreation at bookings@vernon.ca or 250-545-…

    Address: 845 BX Rd, Vernon

    Please note that this park will be closed Monday to Saturday from 7 am - 7 pm starting August 8 for the City of Vernon Sedimentation Pond Project. The park will reopen in the evenings and on sundays. 

    BX Ranch Dog Park is a large off-leash dog…

    Address: Lakeshore Rd, Vernon

    In partnership with the Okanagan Indian Band, the Regional District of North Okanagan oversees the operations and maintenance of Canoe Beach.

    Dogs are not permitted on the beach itself but are permitted on-leash along the pathway. 

    Address: 2430 Cedar Ridge St, Lumby

    A perfect place for the family, Cedar Ridge Park features a playground and greenspace. Dogs are not permitted in this area.

    Address: 6440 L&A Rd, Vernon

    Cools Pond Park is a multi-use pathway and pond featuring many species of birds and turtles. A viewing platform is available for users. Dogs are not permitted in this area.