The 4 Most Amazing Peaks around Area E (Naramata/Greyback)

What makes it so special is the unique geography of Penticton itself — the city sits on a narrow strip of land between two large lakes, so from above you can see both Okanagan Lake to the north and Skaha Lake to the south at the same time, with the city spreading out between them like a postcard.

The Okanagan Highland Trail is a fantastic route that climbs through high-country forest and exposed rock to reach Little White Mountain. Along the way, you'll pass beautiful wildflower meadows and scenic outcrops with views of Kelowna and Okanagan Lake. Beyond the summit, the trail continues to Crawford Lake, a quiet alpine basin set deep in the high country.

A compact park with some of the best views in the South Okanagan, Giant’s Head Mountain Park features a mix of paved and dirt trails leading to a panoramic summit lookout. The route is short but steep, so bring water and sturdy shoes, especially in summer when the sun can be intense. Parking is available near the upper gate, and benches along the trail offer good rest stops for taking in the lake and valley scenery.

The summit of Giant’s Head Mountain offers sweeping panoramas across the Okanagan Valley — look out over the shimmering waters of Okanagan Lake, the vineyards of the Naramata Bench, and the hills surrounding Penticton. From here, you’re perched above the valley’s patchwork of orchards, vineyards and lakefront homes, making the viewpoint a standout for both sunrise and sunset. It’s accessible enough for many hikers yet delivers those “high vantage” views that feel more remote.

This is the summit of the Pincushion Mountain. You will find a table for a beautiful picnic, a Canadian flag for some incredible pictures and you have the possibility to sign the guest book. You’ll find it under the table in a little hidden box.

Great view! Anyone who wants to see the Okanagan Valley from above should have been at Giants Head in Summerland. You can drive up and then walk about 20min to the summit and have a fantastic view. We recommend.