Across the Lake Swim Skaha Lake
- Date Sun 9th August 2026
- Location Penticton, BC
- Price $75.33 - $185.19
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Across the Lake Swim Skaha Lake on Sunday, August 9th, 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of the Okanagan Valley in Penticton, British Columbia, this event features two remarkable swim distances: an impressive 11.8km point-to-point course that begins at Skaha Lake Park and concludes in Okanagan Falls, and a refreshing 4.5km swim starting from beautiful Kaleden, also finishing in Okanagan Falls.
The average water temperature of 23°C (74°F) makes for a delightful swim, while the breathtaking scenery will inspire every participant. Swimmers in the 11.8km event are accompanied by their own support paddlers, ensuring safety and camaraderie throughout the swim. Plus, with GPS tracking for all 11.8km participants, friends and family can cheer you on in real time as you conquer the length of Skaha Lake. Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in nature, challenge yourself, and create lasting memories at this iconic event!
The average water temperature of 23°C (74°F) makes for a delightful swim, while the breathtaking scenery will inspire every participant. Swimmers in the 11.8km event are accompanied by their own support paddlers, ensuring safety and camaraderie throughout the swim. Plus, with GPS tracking for all 11.8km participants, friends and family can cheer you on in real time as you conquer the length of Skaha Lake. Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in nature, challenge yourself, and create lasting memories at this iconic event!
Organiser's Description
Across the Lake Swim Skaha Lake
Sunday, August 9th, 2026
Skaha Lake, originally known as "Dog Lake" but with a local twist meaning "horse," is an absolutely gorgeous freshwater gem nestled between the southern tip of Penticton and Okanagan Falls in British Columbia's stunning Okanagan Valley.The Across the Lake Swim Skaha Lake is no ordinary swim. The 11.8km is a point-to-point course starting in Penticton's Skaha Lake Park and finishing in Okanagan Falls. The water averages a delightful 23°C (74°F). The 4.5km swim starts in beautiful Kaleden and also ends in Okanagan Falls.The scenery is absolutely breathtaking, with the surrounding valley adding to the picturesque setting.The 11.8km is done solo but not entirely alone, as each swimmer must be accompanied by their own support paddler. Paddlers are not required for the 4.5km swim. We do not supply paddlers, but we can help you find one.All 11.8km participants will be tracked by GPS. Share the live event link so your friends and family can track you as you swim the length of Skaha Lake in real time.The Across the Lake Swim respectfully acknowledges that the land on which we live and work is situated on the ancestral, unceded territory of the Syilx Nation.The prices shown include all fees and taxes. No surprises at checkout!
Sunday, August 9th, 2026
Skaha Lake, originally known as "Dog Lake" but with a local twist meaning "horse," is an absolutely gorgeous freshwater gem nestled between the southern tip of Penticton and Okanagan Falls in British Columbia's stunning Okanagan Valley.The Across the Lake Swim Skaha Lake is no ordinary swim. The 11.8km is a point-to-point course starting in Penticton's Skaha Lake Park and finishing in Okanagan Falls. The water averages a delightful 23°C (74°F). The 4.5km swim starts in beautiful Kaleden and also ends in Okanagan Falls.The scenery is absolutely breathtaking, with the surrounding valley adding to the picturesque setting.The 11.8km is done solo but not entirely alone, as each swimmer must be accompanied by their own support paddler. Paddlers are not required for the 4.5km swim. We do not supply paddlers, but we can help you find one.All 11.8km participants will be tracked by GPS. Share the live event link so your friends and family can track you as you swim the length of Skaha Lake in real time.The Across the Lake Swim respectfully acknowledges that the land on which we live and work is situated on the ancestral, unceded territory of the Syilx Nation.The prices shown include all fees and taxes. No surprises at checkout!
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Skaha Lake Beach, Parkview Street, Penticton, BC, Canada
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