Here are some of my favorite photoshoot locations in the Okanagan Valley.

1. Cosens Bay in Vernon, BC

The entrance to Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park on Cosens Bay Road is a beautiful location for a photoshoot. Clients generally park in the gravel parking lot at approximately 6400 Cosens Bay Road. The parking lot is about 1 km south of the intersection of Cosens Bay Road with Coldstream Creak Road.

Address: Approximately 6400 Cosens Bay Road, Coldstream, BC, V1B 1N7

2. Bloom Flower Festivals in Armstrong, BC

Bloom Flower Festivals hosts seasonal events in a picturesque field just outside of Armstrong, BC. Each spring, they host their annual Armstrong Tulip Festival, where they feature over a dozen different varieties of tulips in long rows. In the fall, they host their Armstrong Sunflower Festival, with rolling hills of bright yellow sunflowers.

Address: 4289 Salmon River Road, Armstrong, British Columbia, V0E1B4

3. Knox Mountain Park in Kelowna, BC

Knox Mountain Park offers panoramic views of Okanagan Lake and the city, making it a stunning location for landscape and portrait photography. With its variety of trails and scenic lookouts, it’s perfect for capturing natural beauty.

Address: 450 Knox Mountain Drive, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 9X3

4. Waterfront Park in Kelowna, BC

Waterfront park features a picturesque boardwalk along Okanagan Lake, providing scenic backdrops for family photos, lifestyle sessions, or engagement shoots.

Address: Water Street, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 9R7

5. Kasugai Gardens in Kelowna, BC

Kasugai Gardens is a serene Japanese garden with traditional features like ponds and bridges, offering a tranquil setting for portraits and small group photos.

Address: 1435 Water Street, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 1J4

6. Mission Hill Family Estate in West Kelowna, BC

Mission Hill Winery is known for its stunning architecture and vineyard views, making it an ideal location for elegant photoshoots, including weddings and engagements. All sessions must be coordinated with winery management.

Address: 1730 Mission Hill Road, West Kelowna, BC, V4T 2E4

7. Bertram Creek Regional Park in Kelowna, BC

Bertram Creek Regional Park offers a mix of beach access and natural settings, providing diverse options for family and couple photoshoots.

Address: 5680 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna, BC

8. Cedar Creek Park in Kelowna, BC

Cedar Creek Park is a leash-free area with stunning lake views, making it a great spot for family sessions that include pets.

Address: 5200 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna, BC

9. Myra Canyon Adventure Park in Kelowna, BC

With historic trestle bridges and scenic trails, this park is perfect for adventurous photoshoots, including lifestyle and outdoor sessions.

Address: 4429 June Springs Road, Kelowna, BC, V1W 4C8

10. Kaloya Regional Park in Lake Country, BC

This peninsula park offers beach areas and orchards, providing versatile backdrops for family or engagement photos.

Address: Trask Road, Oyama, BC

11. Ellison Provincial Park in Vernon, BC

Ellison Park features rocky cliffs and forested areas along Okanagan Lake, creating dramatic landscapes for photoshoots.

Address: Ellison Park Road, Vernon, BC

12. Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park in Coldstream, BC

Known for its vibrant turquoise waters, this park is a popular choice for summer photoshoots, offering stunning natural backdrops.

Address: Kalamalka Road, Coldstream, BC

13. Penticton Marina in Penticton, BC

The marina provides a nautical backdrop with boats and lake views, ideal for maritime-themed and lifestyle photos.

Address: 293 Marina Way, Penticton, BC, V2A 1H5

14. Skaha Bluffs Provincial Park in Penticton, BC

This park is known for its unique rock formations and scenic trails, perfect for adventurous and nature-focused photography.

Address: Lakeside Road & Smythe Road, Penticton, BC

15. Okanagan Falls Provincial Park in Okanagan Falls, BC

This park features riparian habitats and lush scenery, making it a haven for bird and nature photography.

Address: Okanagan Falls, BC

16. Peachland Waterfront in Peachland, BC

This charming lakeside promenade with piers and beaches is ideal for casual, romantic, or family-themed photoshoots.

Address: Beach Avenue, Peachland, BC

17. Summerhill Pyramid Winery in Kelowna, BC

Summerhill Pyramid Winery features a unique pyramid structure and organic vineyards, offering distinctive backdrops for photoshoots.

Address: 4870 Chute Lake Road, Kelowna, BC, V1W 4M3

18. Gellatly Nut Farm Regional Park in West Kelowna, BC

This historic nut farm features orchards and heritage buildings, providing rustic and charming settings for photos.

Address: 2375 Whitworth Road, West Kelowna, BC, V4T 2K3

19. Fintry Provincial Park in Fintry, BC

This park is home to waterfalls, historic buildings, and lakefront areas, offering diverse settings for any style of photography.

Address: 7655 Fintry Delta Road, Fintry, BC, V4V 1K8

20. Middleton Mountain, Vernon, BC

Middleton Mountain provides a grassy peak with a stunning backdrop of lakes, city, and hills.

Address: 600 Mt Ida Drive, Coldstream, BC