Lake Country Summer Shuttle
A NEW WAY TO EXPLORE LAKE COUNTRY THIS SUMMER
This summer, the District of Lake Country is launching a free Summer Shuttle Pilot to make it easier for people to get around the community without a vehicle.
Whether you're heading to the beach, attending Live! in Lake Country, running errands, going to work, or exploring local destinations, the Summer Shuttle offers a convenient way to travel throughout Lake Country.
The Summer Shuttle complements existing BC Transit service and does not replace Routes 23, 32 or 90. Riders are encouraged to use both services together to access more destinations throughout the community.
The pilot runs for eight weeks and is free for everyone to ride.
If you ride the Summer Shuttle, please take a few minutes to complete the survey at the bottom of this page. Your feedback will help us evaluate the pilot and inform future transportation planning in Lake Country.
HOW THE PILOT WORKS
The Lake Country Summer Shuttle operates on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Fridays – Live! in Lake Country Shuttle (Starting July 17)
Starting Friday, July 17, the Summer Shuttle will provide free transportation to and from Swalwell Park for Live! In Lake Country, making it easier to attend this free summer concert series while reducing parking demand around the park.
Two 24-person shuttle routes will operate throughout the evening:
Route 1
- Beasley Park ↔ Swalwell Park
- Jack Seaton Park ↔ Swalwell Park
*The shuttle alternates between these two routes throughout the evening.
Route 2
- Oyama EV Charging Hub ↔ Swalwell Park
Friday Service
Hours of Operation: 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Frequency: Approximately every 30 minutes.
Please note that arrival times are approximate and may vary slightly due to traffic and passenger loading.
Friday Route Map
Coming soon!
Saturdays & Sundays – Community Shuttle (Starting July 11)
On Saturdays and Sundays, the shuttle operates on a fixed loop throughout Lake Country, connecting neighbourhoods with beaches, parks, shopping areas, wineries, restaurants, community facilities and other popular destinations.
The shuttle is free to ride and allows passengers to hop on and off at designated stops throughout the day.
Saturday & Sunday Service
Hours of Operation: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Frequency: Two shuttle buses operate on the route throughout the day. Each designated stop is served approximately every 40-45 minutes.
Please note that arrival times are approximate and may vary slightly due to traffic and passenger loading.
Saturday & Sunday Route Map
Detailed Stop Information
Stop #1: Beasley Park
3450 Woodsdale Rd – at BC Transit stop
- Explore nearby:
- Reiswig Regional Park
- Okanagan Rail Trail Tennis Courts
Stop #2: Oyama Community Centre
15710 Oyama Rd – by Oyama Washroom facility
- Explore nearby:
- Oyama Isthmus Beach
- Oyama Community Club
- Pioneer Park
- Peaks to Shore
Stop #3: Oyama EV Charging Hub
15686 Pelmewash Pkwy – at BC Transit stop
- Explore nearby:
Stop #4: Turtle Bay Marina
2850 Woodsdale Rd - across from Turtle Bay Pub
- Explore nearby:
Stop #5: Lakewood Mall & Turtle Bay Crossing
Oceola & Pretty Road Intersection – at BC Transit stop
- Explore nearby:
Stop #6: The Lakes
Shoreline Dr before Stillwater Way – at BC Transit stop
Stop #7: Peak Cellars & Intrigue Wines
2290 Goldie Rd – at mailboxes
Stop #8: Pebble Beach
11407 Okanagan Centre Rd W - at mailboxes
Stop #9: Gray Monk Estate Winery
1055 Camp Rd – Gray Monk driveway entrance
- Explore nearby:
Stop #10: Ex Nihilo Vineyards & Arrowleaf Cellars
1574 Camp Rd – north of Arrowleaf Cellars driveway entrance
Stop #11: Jack Seaton Park
1960 Camp Rd – at park entrance
Stop #12: Woody’s Pub
Hwy 97 at Pollard Rd – at BC Transit Stop
- Explore nearby:
- Lake Country Town Centre Shopping Mall
Stop #13: Winfield Shopping Area
9522 Main St – Main St streetlight beside Save-On-Foods
- Explore nearby:
Stop #14: Winfield Community Hub
9830 Bottom Wood Lake Rd – Arena parking lot by north entrance
Stop #15: Swalwell Park
10070 Bottom Wood Lake Rd – parking lot
Stop #16: Clearwater Neighbourhood
Russell Rd / Teresa Rd
WHY ARE WE DOING THIS?
The Summer Shuttle Pilot implements a recommendation from the District's Integrated Transit Strategy, which identified a seasonal shuttle as an opportunity to improve transportation options in Lake Country. To better understand the community's transportation needs and assess the viability of a seasonal shuttle service, Council directed staff to test the concept through an eight-week pilot.
The pilot is funded through the District's Climate Action Reserve, a non-tax revenue source generated through the sale of electricity from the District's hydroelectric plant. The pilot will help the District better understand how the service is used and whether it meets the needs of the community.
Throughout the pilot, we'll be evaluating:
- Ridership
- Travel patterns
- Popular stops and destinations
- Community feedback
- Opportunities to improve future service
The results will help inform future transportation planning and Council's decisions about whether to continue or expand the service.
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