KELOWNA NEIGHBOURHOOD GUIDE
McKinley Beach, Kelowna
Kelowna’s premier lakefront community — a private marina, a kilometre of beach and resort-style amenities, about 15 minutes from downtown. A guide for buyers and sellers at McKinley Beach.
About McKinley Beach
McKinley Beach is Kelowna’s premier lakefront community, set across 872 acres of natural Okanagan landscape on the shore of Okanagan Lake — about 15 minutes north of downtown and 10 minutes from Kelowna International Airport. It is a true master-planned community built around the water, with parks, trails and a protected natural setting.
What sets McKinley Beach apart is the lifestyle: a kilometre of shared, swimmable beachfront, a 110-slip private marina, and the resort-style ‘Our Place’ amenities centre — all within one sustainably planned community. Housing spans custom lots, home-and-lot packages, townhomes and single-family homes in warm West Coast architecture, so there is an entry point for a range of budgets.
Why buyers love McKinley Beach
- A kilometre of shared, swimmable Okanagan beachfront with swim docks and picnic areas.
- A 110-slip private marina with a protective breakwater — boating from your doorstep.
- The ‘Our Place’ amenities centre: indoor pool, gym, yoga room and outdoor hot tub.
- Tennis, pickleball and basketball courts, community gardens and a children’s playground.
- 872 acres of parks and trails in a protected natural setting, 15 minutes from downtown.
Homes & price ranges at McKinley Beach
McKinley Beach offers one of the widest price ranges of any Kelowna lakefront community — from entry building lots to luxury waterfront. The figures below reflect the community’s published starting prices and the resale market as of mid-2026; ask me for current availability and an address-specific valuation.
| Home type | Notes | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|
| Building lots (custom homes) | View & lakeview lots | from ~$310K |
| Townhomes (lake views) | 2–3 bed | from mid $500Ks |
| Single-family homes | West Coast architecture | from low $600Ks |
| Home & lot packages | Build-ready | Contact for current pricing |
| Hillside / waterfront homes | Premium tier | Contact for current pricing |
The neighbourhoods of McKinley Beach
McKinley Beach is made up of several distinct neighbourhoods at different elevations and price points:
The Pines
Homes set among the trees on the community’s upper slopes.
Kashmere
A distinct McKinley Beach collection of homes and lots.
Juniper Grove
Townhome and family-home living within the community.
The Benches
Terraced lots and homes with lake and valley views.
Parkside
Homes close to the community’s parks and amenities.
Hillside (Waterfront)
The lakeside, waterfront tier of McKinley Beach.
Marina, amenities & getting around
Marina & amenities. At the heart of the community is a 110-slip marina with a protective breakwater, plus the ‘Our Place’ amenities centre — indoor pool, gymnasium, yoga room and outdoor hot tub — along with tennis, pickleball and basketball courts, community gardens and a playground.
Beach & nature. McKinley Beach shares roughly a kilometre of swimmable Okanagan beachfront with swim docks and picnic areas, set within 872 acres of parks, trails and protected landscape, with a focus on sustainable development and wellness.
Schools & getting around. McKinley Beach is within School District 23, with schools a short drive away. The community is about 15 minutes from downtown Kelowna, 10 minutes from the airport and close to UBCO; a car is the practical way to get around.
Thinking of selling your McKinley Beach home?
At McKinley Beach you are selling a lifestyle as much as a home — buyers are drawn to the marina, the beach and the amenities. A townhome, a custom lakeview home and a waterfront property each attract very different buyers, so pricing to the right pool and marketing the McKinley Beach lifestyle is what sells for more, faster.
As an Okanagan REALTOR® focused on Kelowna’s lakeside and family communities, I will give you a current, address-specific valuation and a marketing plan built for McKinley Beach — with no pressure.
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Where is McKinley Beach located?
McKinley Beach is on the shore of Okanagan Lake in north Kelowna, about a 15-minute drive from downtown and 10 minutes from Kelowna International Airport.
Is McKinley Beach a good place to live?
Yes — it is Kelowna’s premier lakefront community, offering a private marina, swimmable beachfront, a resort-style amenities centre and 872 acres of parks and trails, all close to the city.
How much do homes at McKinley Beach cost?
Published starting prices are around $310K for building lots, mid-$500Ks for lake-view townhomes, and low-$600Ks for single-family homes, with home-and-lot packages and waterfront homes priced higher. Ask for current availability and resale values.
What types of homes are at McKinley Beach?
McKinley Beach offers custom building lots, home-and-lot packages, townhomes, condos and single-family homes in West Coast architecture, plus premium hillside and waterfront homes.
Does McKinley Beach have a marina?
Yes — the community has a 110-slip marina with a protective concrete breakwater, making it easy and safe to keep a boat or water toys.
What amenities does McKinley Beach have?
The ‘Our Place’ amenities centre includes an indoor pool, gymnasium, yoga room and outdoor hot tub, plus tennis, pickleball and basketball courts, community gardens, a playground, and roughly a kilometre of shared swimmable beachfront with swim docks.
How far is McKinley Beach from downtown Kelowna and the airport?
About 15 minutes to downtown Kelowna and 10 minutes to Kelowna International Airport, with UBCO close by.
What neighbourhoods make up McKinley Beach?
McKinley Beach includes several distinct neighbourhoods: The Pines, Kashmere, Juniper Grove, The Benches, Parkside and Hillside (Waterfront), ranging from townhomes to lakeview lots and waterfront homes.
Who developed McKinley Beach?
McKinley Beach is developed by NADG together with Kelowna’s G Group (the Gaucher family), who have built homes in Kelowna since 1973.
Who should I sell my McKinley Beach home with?
Choose a REALTOR® who can market the McKinley Beach lifestyle — the marina, beach and amenities — to the right buyers, and who understands its range from townhomes to waterfront. Scott Smith offers a free, no-pressure, address-specific valuation for McKinley Beach homes.
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