Okanagan Lake Live Cam

The Okanagan region is located in the southern interior of British Columbia, Canada, and has a rich and diverse history that stretches back thousands of years.

Indigenous peoples, including the Okanagan (Syilx) Nation, have inhabited the region for millennia, and their presence can be seen in the archaeological record, as well as in their ongoing cultural traditions and practices. The Syilx people have a deep connection to the land and have traditionally relied on hunting, fishing, and gathering for their sustenance.

In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, European explorers and fur traders arrived in the region, establishing trade relationships with the Indigenous peoples. In the mid-19th century, the discovery of gold in the region led to an influx of settlers, including miners, ranchers, and farmers.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the region became an important agricultural center, with orchards and vineyards established throughout the valley. This led to the growth of towns and cities, such as Kelowna, Penticton, and Vernon.