Kettle Valley
Front porches, parks and a genuine village green — planned community done right.
NEIGHBOURHOOD GUIDE · KELOWNA, BC
Kelowna's newest hillside villages — Kettle Valley's front-porch streets, The Ponds' view homes, Mission Village shopping and trail networks that roll straight into the high country.
Kelowna, BCNeighbourhood guide · Go Kelowna
01AT A GLANCE
The details that matter.
The Southwest Mission is where Kelowna builds its future: Kettle Valley's new-urbanist streets started it, The Ponds and Upper Mission villages continue it, and the new Mission Village at The Ponds centre gives the hillside its own shops. Everything looks north over the lake, and the Crawford and Lebanon Creek trails start where the streets end.
- City
- Kelowna, BC
- Vibe
- The Upper Mission — Kettle Valley, Ponds & new hillside villages
- Best for
- Lake life, families, four-season recreation
- Getting around
- Car, cycling, BC Transit
02THE STORY
The Upper Mission — Kettle Valley, Ponds & new hillside villages
The Southwest Mission is where Kelowna builds its future: Kettle Valley's new-urbanist streets started it, The Ponds and Upper Mission villages continue it, and the new Mission Village at The Ponds centre gives the hillside its own shops. Everything looks north over the lake, and the Crawford and Lebanon Creek trails start where the streets end.
•GALLERY
A look around
•DAY TO DAY
Living in Southwest Mission
Life in Southwest Mission offers a unique blend of modern hillside living with direct access to nature's grandeur.
Outdoors
Explore the vast natural playground right outside your door.
The Southwest Mission delivers an unparalleled outdoor experience, where the urban edge seamlessly gives way to expansive natural landscapes. Imagine stepping out your door onto a network of trails that roll straight into the high country; the popular Crawford and Lebanon Creek trails begin right where the streets end. These pathways offer opportunities for everything from a brisk morning walk with stunning lake views to a full day's hike through rugged terrain. For those seeking aquatic recreation, Cedar Creek Park provides excellent lakeside access, perfect for a swim or a picnic by the water. The unique topography here ensures every outdoor pursuit comes with a spectacular backdrop, looking north over Okanagan Lake.
•WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL
The Ponds
View-lot streets climbing to Mission Village's new shopping centre.
Lake panoramas
Nearly every street tier catches the full width of Okanagan Lake.
•ON THE MAP
Getting your bearings
Southwest Mission is part of Kelowna, in BC's Central Okanagan. Kelowna International Airport (YLW) serves the region, Highway 97 runs the length of the valley, and the William R. Bennett Bridge links Kelowna and West Kelowna across Okanagan Lake. Nearby neighbourhoods include North Mission - Crawford, Lower Mission, Southeast Kelowna.
•Refresh & Refuel
Where to eat & drink in Upper Mission
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•Retail Therapy
Shopping in Upper Mission
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•Look Sharp
Beauty & the barber in Upper Mission
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•Rest & Recharge
Health & wellness in Upper Mission
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•Check In
Places to stay in Upper Mission
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•Put Down Roots
Homes & rentals in Upper Mission
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•Get Out There
Things to do around Upper Mission
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•FAQ
Good to know
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