Across the Lake Swim Skaha Lake
- Date Sun 9th August 2026
- Location Penticton, BC
- Price $93.64 - $185.19
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Get ready for an unforgettable swimming experience at the Across the Lake Swim Skaha Lake on Sunday, August 9th, 2026! Taking place in the stunning Okanagan Valley, this exhilarating event is set against the picturesque backdrop of Skaha Lake, a beautiful freshwater gem located between Penticton and Okanagan Falls, British Columbia.
Swimmers can choose between two exciting distances: the challenging 11.8km point-to-point course starting at Skaha Lake Park and finishing in Okanagan Falls, or the scenic 4.5km swim that begins in the charming community of Kaleden. With water temperatures averaging a pleasant 23°C (74°F), it's the perfect day for a swim! Each participant in the 11.8km event will be accompanied by their own support paddler, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience, while the 4.5km swim allows for a more independent journey. Plus, with GPS tracking available for all 11.8km swimmers, your friends and family can cheer you on in real time as you glide through the serene waters of Skaha Lake. Join us for this incredible aquatic adventure and make lasting memories in the heart of the Okanagan!
Swimmers can choose between two exciting distances: the challenging 11.8km point-to-point course starting at Skaha Lake Park and finishing in Okanagan Falls, or the scenic 4.5km swim that begins in the charming community of Kaleden. With water temperatures averaging a pleasant 23°C (74°F), it's the perfect day for a swim! Each participant in the 11.8km event will be accompanied by their own support paddler, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience, while the 4.5km swim allows for a more independent journey. Plus, with GPS tracking available for all 11.8km swimmers, your friends and family can cheer you on in real time as you glide through the serene waters of Skaha Lake. Join us for this incredible aquatic adventure and make lasting memories in the heart of the Okanagan!
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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. 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. No surprises at checkout!
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Skaha Lake Beach, Parkview Street, Penticton, BC, Canada
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