In addition to things you can do on The Beach and Lake, here are other fun things to do in the area:
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ATV trails:
There are extensive ATV trails just a few minutes from the lodge.
- You can drive your rigs legally on the country road from the trails right to Loomis to gas up.
- Google "Okanogan County ATV Guide" for the latest annual information
- Click here for a map of ATV trails near the Lodge
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Hiking:
Lots of good trail hikes in the area. Here is a list of hikes from the US Forest Service and Tonasket Ranger Station
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Walking Trails:
Check out a couple of great excursions for all ages. We recommend the Similkameen Trail just outside of Oroville.
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Horseback riding:
Trail rides are available at:
- Wannacut Lake (Claude Newton 509-476-2918)
- Eden Valley (Robin Stice 509-485-4002)
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Wineries:
Over 120 wineries to explore stretching from Osoyoos to the north, with many tours and festivals available. On the Washington side:
- Rockwall Cellars 110 Nichols Road, Omak, WA 509-826-0201
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Brewery:
Alpine Brewing Company , check out their summer beergarden events with live entertainment, 821 16th, Oroville, WA 509-476-9662
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Golf:
Here are the 3 closest courses to the lodge:
- Oroville Golf Club - 3468 Loomis Oroville Rd # A, Oroville, WA - (509) 476-2390 (18 miles from the Lodge)
- Osoyoos Golf & Country Club - 12300 Golf Course Drive RR 4, Osoyoos, BC, Canada - (250) 495-7003 (27 miles from the Lodge)
- Sonora Dunes Golf Course - 1300 Rancher Creek Road RR 6, Osoyoos, BC, Canada - (250) 495-4653 (31 miles from the Lodge)
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Goldpanning:
- The Similkameen river that is fed from Palmer Lake is a real hotspot for enthusiasts
- Rent a pan and shovel at Canyon Creek Ranch, 5310 Hwy 3, Rock Creek BC
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Fruit Stands:
- Taste of Summer 33349 Hwy 97 509-322-0011
Fun things to check out in/around Osoyoos:
Rattle Snake Canyon Amusement Park | 18 hole Mini Golf Course, Go Kart track Arcade, Bumper Boats, Tumble Whirl, Tornado, Bungee Tree, 35 foot Rock Climbing Wall |
Osoyoos Desert Model Railroad | Canada's largest Marklin layout, with up to 40 computer controlled trains running through very detailed landscaping with European style towns and houses. |
Bike Rentals & Tours | Double O Bikes and Sports (250) 495-3312 |
Molson Ghost Town Museum | Museum, pioneer buildings, historic mining equipment, 15 miles east of Oroville |
The Windmill | Authentic Dutch Windmill. Tea House, tours and gifts. Located on Hwy 3 East |
Osoyoos Museum | Behind the Burrowing Owl Pub off Main Street, Open 10 to 4 daily |
Osoyoos Art Gallery | Located on Main Street near Town Hall |
Osoyoos Waterslides | Located on East Lakeshore Drive |
Haynes Point Amphitheatre | Hwy 97 South. Natural amphitheatre - Naturalist conducts special programs during summer months |
Osoyoos Desert Centre | 67-acre nature interpretive facility located 3 km north of Osoyoos. Guided or self-guided tours along the Centre’s 1.5 km boardwalk |
Spotted Lake | Located on hwy 3 West. A natural phenomenon - epsom salt deposits form large spots or circles on pond. Privately owned, view from outside property |