Let's explore our rec trails!

June 2023 update: The Recreational (Rec) Trails Master Plan Questionnaire is now closed and we are reviewing your input! Thank you to everyone who shared ideas. Later this summer, we will share what we heard from our first round of consultation. Please check back often and look for more opportunities to engage this fall as we review the Draft Rec Trails Master Plan. To stay informed, please sign up for project updates at westkelownacity.ca/subscribe.

We are updating our Rec Trails Master Plan and we want to hear from you! The updated Rec Trails Master Plan will guide how we continue to plan, develop, operate, and invest in our recreational trails network.

It has been a decade since West Kelowna’s first Rec Trails Master Plan was developed. Now we want to update it to reflect the changes we have seen in our community such as increasing demand, changes in activities, growth in our city, and more. We are committed to maintaining a high quality recreational trails network that will serve community members of all ages and abilities, while respecting the natural beauty that surrounds us.

Key dates

• May 17 to June 23: Round 1 engagement - COMPLETE
• Summer 2023: Drafting the plan based on community engagement and technical analysis
• Fall 2023: Round 2 engagement (Draft Rec Trails Master Plan is shared for feedback)
• Fall 2023: The Final Plan is brought forward to West Kelowna Council for consideration of adoption

About the project

The focus for the Rec Trails Master Plan is recreational trails managed by the City of West Kelowna. We are kicking off the first phase of our engagement process and want to hear your thoughts on questions such as:

• Where are our existing trails working well? Where are improvements needed?
• What are our priorities for future recreational trails?
• How can we manage our rec trails to create a more connected and active West Kelowna?

Parks Master Plan

Since parks and rec trails are closely linked, it makes sense to plan for these together. Don't forget to provide your input as we update our Parks Master Plan. Get involved and share your feedback by June 23, 2023 on parks in West Kelowna.

Rec Trail vs. Active Transportation Route

What's the difference between a Recreational Trail and an Active Transportation Route? You may have heard these terms before but what do they mean? We break down the difference below:

The Rec Trails Master Plan will align with the Transportation Master Plan Update that is currently underway, but is separate and distinct.

Project Timeline

Stay informed, stay involved

Subscribe for project updates at westkelownacity.ca/subscribe to stay informed of Parks Master Plan and Rec Trails Master Plan updates and other future engagement opportunities.