Across the Lake Swim Gellatly Bay
- Aug 22, 2026
- Last edition date
- Distances from 1.5km to 5km
At a glance
- Last edition date
- August 22, 2026
- Distances
- 1.5 km · 2.5 km · 5 km
- Where
- Lake · Gellatly Bay, West Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
- Entry fee
- 65.5–83.9 €
- Registration
- sportstats.one
About the race
Across the Lake Swim Gellatly Bay, presented by Gorman Bros. Lumber, is a stunning swim event held in the picturesque and spectator-friendly Gellatly Bay in West Kelowna, British Columbia. The event offers participants the opportunity to experience the beauty of the local waters through a choice of three different distances.
Sources: Mount Boucherie · Lakeview Heights, West Kelowna · Tsinstikeptum Indian Reserve No. 9 · Mission Hill Family Estate · St Hubertus & Oak Bay Estate Winery
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Across the Lake Swim Gellatly Bay
Frequently asked questions
- When was the last edition of Across the Lake Swim Gellatly Bay?
- The last edition of Across the Lake Swim Gellatly Bay took place on August 22, 2026.
- What distances does Across the Lake Swim Gellatly Bay offer?
- Across the Lake Swim Gellatly Bay offers 1.5 km, 2.5 km, and 5 km.
- How much is the entry fee for Across the Lake Swim Gellatly Bay?
- The entry fee ranges from 65.5 € to 83.9 €.
- Where does Across the Lake Swim Gellatly Bay take place?
- Across the Lake Swim Gellatly Bay is a lake swim. Location: Gellatly Bay, West Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada.
- How cold is the water at Across the Lake Swim Gellatly Bay?
- The organizer states a water temperature of 20 °C (68 °F).
- How do I register for Across the Lake Swim Gellatly Bay?
- The reference page for registering for Across the Lake Swim Gellatly Bay is https://sportstats.one/event/across-the-lake-swim-gellatly-bay.
Where to stay
Gellatly Bay offers a mix of waterfront camping and heritage bed-and-breakfasts, often located in converted early 20th-century orchards. For a more modern stay, boutique hotels near the West Kelowna harbor are popular, providing direct access to the water. Expect to pay between $150 and $350 per night during the peak August season, depending on proximity to the beach.
Things to do nearby
The area is defined by its viticulture, with numerous guided cellar-door tastings available along the Westside Wine Trail. Beyond the vineyards, the lake itself is the primary hub for activity, with kayak and SUP rentals available for those wanting to explore the shoreline from a different angle. For land-based excursions, the trails circling Mount Boucherie offer steep, volcanic-terrain hiking with views spanning the entire basin.
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