WEST KELOWNA / YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD GUIDE

Smith Creek.

Semi rural hillside where the trailhead is up the road

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Okanagan Lake from Quails Gate — West Kelowna & Westside · regional view, not an exact neighbourhood view · credit & photograph date

Approximate location of Smith Creek — West Kelowna & Westside · regional view, not an exact neighbourhood view · credit & photograph date

Homes you might explore

1980s and 1990s single family homes
larger rural feel lots
newer builds on fresh subdivision lots

Parks & waterfront

Glen Canyon Regional Park (Smith Creek Road parking lot)
Black Canyon Park
Aspen Park

Trails & outdoor time

Smith Creek Trails (about 15 km of multiuse routes)
Glen Canyon Regional Park trails

Wine, food & local stops

Ciao Bella Winery
Kalala Organic Estate Winery
Off the Grid Organic Winery

Exploring with a dog

Black Canyon Park and Glen Canyon Regional Park allow on leash dogs
Nearest off leash areas are Shannon Woods Park and Westbank Centre Park, both a short drive away

Ideas for a visit

Join a Tuesday evening group ride on the Smith Creek Trails
Hike into Glen Canyon from the Smith Creek Road lot
Taste at the small wineries along Glencoe Road
Shop the Saturday Westbank Farmers' Market in summer

Family outings

Start with Glen Canyon Regional Park (Smith Creek Road parking lot). Plan a picnic or an unhurried outdoor visit around the facilities and access available.
Choose a walk from Smith Creek Trails (about 15 km of multiuse routes). Match the route to your group; check surface, grade and seasonal access first.

Lake life & boating

A beach visit, a paddle or an afternoon on the water can shape a summer day. Use the public access points listed here; private beaches, marinas and resident amenities are not automatically available to visitors.
For boating, confirm launch access, moorage availability and any membership requirements directly. Owning a home nearby does not guarantee a slip.

Winter & mountain days

Plan a mountain day at Big White for skiing, snowboarding, tubing or snowshoeing. Check the operating calendar and activity availability before setting out.

Schools to investigate

These are research starting points, not confirmation of catchment, admission or availability.

Webber Road Elementary elementary
École Glenrosa Elementary elementary
École Glenrosa Middle School middle
Mount Boucherie Senior Secondary secondary

Check the school district directly

THE PLACE BEHIND THE ADDRESS

How Smith Creek took shape

Smith Creek is a quieter hillside area between Shannon Lake and Glenrosa, reached from Westbank Centre via Elliott Road and Smith Creek Road.

The homes & their setting

1980s and 1990s single family homes. larger rural feel lots. newer builds on fresh subdivision lots.

Building age, tenure, amenities and permitted uses vary by address. Explore the actual property documents with Elaine and the appropriate specialists.

Story sources & editorial date

Editorial research supplied September 30, 2026. Historical accounts can differ; development references describe the research date and do not confirm current approvals or completion. Detailed origin stories have been held back where the supplied research identified insufficient evidence.

Keep the details current

Regional outings, not amenities within this neighbourhood. Travel depends on your starting address, route and winter road conditions.

bigwhite.com · winter activities

This editorial guide draws on the supplied neighbourhood research. Amenities, businesses, dog rules, development plans and access can change. Confirm details with the operator, municipality, school district and property documents before relying on them. Map areas and centres are approximate; they are not legal boundaries or catchments.

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