Stewards of Kelowna’s South Slopes
The Friends of the South Slopes Society advocates for – and provides access to – connected, well-maintained recreation areas across the South Slopes of Kelowna and the Kettle Valley Railway by constructing and maintaining public facilities, trails, and signs; and working with government partners to protect and expand natural areas.
Your support ensures our natural areas can be sustainably enjoyed now and for our future generations.
updates, closures, events
Trail updates
Find out the latest trail maintenance updates, closures, and upcoming events in Myra-Bellevue and Okanagan Mountain Parks and the Myra Canyon Trestles.
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Latest news
11.25.24November 2024 Newsletter
Discover what’s happening with Friends of the South Slopes in our November 2024 newsletter! From honoring long-serving volunteers with a dedicated bench at Rose…- 11.07.24
Sponsor Spotlight: Sean Kelly Law
This week, we’re proud to feature Sean Kelly Law—a firm specializing in litigation and dispute resolution for land, business, insurance, and governance disputes. As… - 11.01.24
Cranksgiving Giveaway Winner
Big Congrats to Rox Pollock, our Cranksgiving draw winner! Thanks to the generous donation from @arcteryxbc Kelowna, Rox is now the proud owner of… - 09.26.24
Sponsor Spotlight: AEM Anodyne Electronics Manufacturing Corp
We’re thrilled to recognize AEM for their long-standing commitment to our trails. AEM has been with us since the very beginning of our Adopt-a-Trail… - 09.12.24
Sponsor Spotlight: Big White Resort
We’re excited to feature Big White Resort as this week’s trail sponsor! Known for world-class skiing, snowboarding, and an incredible bike park, Big White… - 08.31.24
September 2024 Newsletter
This summer, we opened up a brand new trail in the Myra Canyon to a historic railway camp overlooking trestle #4. COSAR becomes our…
Recreation Areas
& Trip Planning
We maintain a wide area of responsibility from Okanagan Mountain Provincial Park on the west, to the McCulloch Lake chain on the east, south to Little White Mountain and north to the Mission and KLO creeks and the Myra Canyon Trestles.
Choose The Area To Explore
200+ kms of trails
There's something for all skill levels
Incredible views
Experience nature on foot, bike, or horseback
Trestles & Tunnels
Explore the rich history of the Kettle Valley Railway
Unique Flora & Fauna
Tour the diverse ecosections of the region
Projects & Strategic Initiatives
We work collaboratively with BC Parks and other land managers in an environmentally responsible manner to create a legacy of sustainable and accessible trails on the South Slopes of Kelowna for the benefit of our community.
Working with these various decision-making agencies, FOSS serves as an umbrella organization, fully representing, supporting and collaborating with other stakeholders - the many recreational user groups and engaged private businesses - with whom we share the South Slopes.
Working with these various decision-making agencies, FOSS serves as an umbrella organization, fully representing, supporting and collaborating with other stakeholders - the many recreational user groups and engaged private businesses - with whom we share the South Slopes.
- 3000 volunteer hrs/yr
- Trail maintenance
- Government partnerships
- Trail improvements
See Projects & Initiatives
Projects & Strategic Initiatives
We work collaboratively with BC Parks and other land managers in an environmentally responsible manner to create a legacy of sustainable and accessible trails on the South Slopes of Kelowna for the benefit of our community.
Working with these various decision-making agencies, FOSS serves as an umbrella organization, fully representing, supporting and collaborating with other stakeholders - the many recreational user groups and engaged private businesses - with whom we share the South Slopes.
Working with these various decision-making agencies, FOSS serves as an umbrella organization, fully representing, supporting and collaborating with other stakeholders - the many recreational user groups and engaged private businesses - with whom we share the South Slopes.
- 3000 volunteer hrs/yr
- Trail maintenance
- Government partnerships
- Trail improvements
See Projects & Initiatives
make a difference
Join FOSS & Give Back
There a many ways you can help protect and maintain the trails and trestles in the areas under FOSS' stewardship. An active and engaged membership equals a louder voice representing conservation and preservation of our beloved natural parks!Meet the volunteer board behind FOSS.
Meet the board
Join the Trail Crew
Help maintain 100s of kms of trails across Kelowna's South Slopes and the Myra Canyon Trestles.Learn More
Become a Member
Help conserve and preserve Kelowna’s South Slopes natural environment for only $20/yr.learn more
Major Donors & Sponsors
We deeply appreciate the generosity of those who support our efforts to maintain and preserve our natural environment.
