Kelowna, BC
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Idaho Peak

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ROAD IS WAASHED OUT AT 1.5KM AND 2KM AND IS NOT PASSIBLE BY VEHICLE. Idaho Peak offers one of the most spectacular flower shows in the Kootenays. The diversity and quantity of flowers is matched only by the diversity and quantity of visitors who come to admire the flowers and take in the 360 degree view from the lookout. This is not the place to come if you are seeking solitude. Despite the number of visitors, grouse and deer still roam the area, and an occasional bear is seen. Thus, if you bring your dog, please, keep it on a leash as a matter of courtesy to other trail users and the wild …

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Where it is

49.9722, -117.3021
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Fire & air quality

Nearest fire 18 km · 8 ha
Fire ban in effect · Southeast
Air quality · Moderate (AQI 84)
Worst PM2.5 42.3 μg/m³, check local advisories

Drive from Kelowna, BC

drive (one-way)
312 km
drive time
5h 48m
round-trip
$123
74.8 L

Routed on real roads. Fuel at your current gas price.

Around this site

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