More of Kalamoir Regional Park reopens following wildfire restoration work
The Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) is pleased to announce that a significant portion of Kalamoir Regional Park has reopened to the public, marking an important milestone in restoration work following the June 2026 wildfire.
Since the wildfire, the RDCO has undertaken extensive recovery work to assess damage, remove hazardous trees, address unstable slopes and rock faces and restore affected areas. This work has helped make it possible to safely welcome visitors back to more of the park.
“Kalamoir Regional Park is a valued part of our regional parks system and a beautiful place for residents and visitors to enjoy," said Tracy Draper, Director of Parks Services. "We know how much this park means to the community, and we're thrilled to welcome visitors back to Kalamoir. This reopening is a significant milestone, and we appreciate everyone's patience as crews worked through the recovery process."
Most park areas and trails are now open, allowing residents and visitors to once again enjoy one of the Central Okanagan's most popular waterfront parks. The Mike Passmore Trail north of the King Road stairs will remain closed while recovery and restoration work continues in the areas most affected by the wildfire.
Visitors can now access:
- Waterfront Trail from the Collens Hill Road parking area south to Casa Loma
- Upper Rim Trail
- Trail connections from the King Road stairs to the southern portion of the park
The RDCO reminds visitors to respect all closure signage and remain out of restricted areas for their safety and to allow restoration efforts to continue.
Invasive tree removal work planned
In mid-November, crews will undertake invasive Tree of Heaven removal work along Collens Hill Road. The work is expected to take approximately one week to complete and will require a temporary closure of the road.
The closure is necessary to support ongoing restoration efforts, protect public safety and improve the park's long-term ecological health. The RDCO is committed to completing the work as efficiently as possible and restoring access as quickly as conditions allow.
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The Regional District of Central Okanagan offers more than 2,100 hectares of parkland, including 86 kilometres of designated trails in 30 regional parks.
