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Ride Kelowna’s Rails with Trails on a state-of-the-art e-bike, then test aim and focus with an hour of axe throwing at Axe Monkeys. This three-hour combo blends easy cycling, local history, and a hands-on sporting experience.
Ride Kelowna’s Rails with Trails on a state-of-the-art e-bike, then test aim and focus with an hour of axe throwing at Axe Monkeys. This three-hour combo blends easy cycling, local history, and a hands-on sporting experience.
You push off from downtown Kelowna with the lake at your side and a calm breeze pushing you along — the e-bike’s pedal assist hums, turning slopes into moments to look up and scan vineyards and sagebrush. The 45-minute Rails with Trails stretch follows an old rail corridor where the grade stays forgiving, the trail slicing through pine and open fields toward Axe Monkeys’ timber-framed range.
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Operated by Lakeside Eco-Sports · Kelowna, British Columbia
You push off from downtown Kelowna with the lake at your side and a calm breeze pushing you along — the e-bike’s pedal assist hums, turning slopes into moments to look up and scan vineyards and sagebrush. The 45-minute Rails with Trails stretch follows an old rail corridor where the grade stays forgiving, the trail slicing through pine and open fields toward Axe Monkeys’ timber-framed range.
The route runs along remnants of the Kettle Valley Railway, carved by early 20th-century crews into Okanagan bedrock after glacial retreat shaped the valley. Today the path threads past orchards, roadside vineyards, and low benches of basalt and glacial till, offering a snapshot of the region’s agricultural and rail history.
At Axe Monkeys you’ll swap cadence for stance: certified instructors walk you through grip, release and safety for a focused one-hour session. The sport—popularized in urban Canada in the 2000s—rewards repetition and concentration rather than brute force, so most riders find a quick learning curve.
Practical notes: total outing is about three hours, equipment (helmet, lock, phone mount, bike bag) is included, and the app provides turn-by-turn navigation plus a souvenir video. Minimum age is 16 and height limits apply. Expect paved or compacted gravel trail surfaces, short hill sections, and a relaxed urban-to-rural transition.
Bring a water bottle, closed-toe shoes, and a light wind layer; schedule morning or late-afternoon rides in summer to avoid heat. Treat the trail and the range respectfully: stay on the route, follow instructor directions, and pack out any trash to keep the corridor ready for the next rider.
easy.
3 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be comfortable balancing on a bike and standing for an hour of instruction and throwing.
The Rails with Trails ride to Axe Monkeys is roughly a 45-minute e-bike ride each way on mostly paved or compacted gravel; total experience is about three hours.
No — the e-bikes provide pedal assist and a throttle option; basic balance and ability to follow traffic and trail rules are sufficient.
Minimum age is 16 with minimum height 4'9" (150 cm) and maximum height about 6'6" (200 cm); the operator enforces these for safety.
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time; check your booking confirmation for details.
The route follows sections of the historic Kettle Valley Railway, built in the early 1900s to connect communities through the Okanagan’s rugged terrain after glacial shaping created the valley floor.
Stick to the trail and range rules to protect sensitive vineyard margins and riparian zones; local groups maintain the corridor and rely on visitors to pack out waste.
Lakeside Eco-Sports operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You push off from downtown Kelowna with the lake at your side and a calm breeze pushing you along — the e-bike’s pedal assist hums, turning slopes into moments to look up and scan vineyards and sagebrush. The 45-minute Rails with Trails stretch follows an old rail corridor where the grade stays forgiving, the trail slicing through pine and open fields toward Axe Monkeys’ timber-framed range.
You push off from downtown Kelowna with the lake at your side and a calm breeze pushing you along — the e-bike’s pedal assist hums, turning slopes into moments to look up and scan vineyards and sagebrush. The 45-minute Rails with Trails stretch follows an old rail corridor where the grade stays forgiving, the trail slicing through pine and open fields toward Axe Monkeys’ timber-framed range.
The route runs along remnants of the Kettle Valley Railway, carved by early 20th-century crews into Okanagan bedrock after glacial retreat shaped the valley. Today the path threads past orchards, roadside vineyards, and low benches of basalt and glacial till, offering a snapshot of the region’s agricultural and rail history.
At Axe Monkeys you’ll swap cadence for stance: certified instructors walk you through grip, release and safety for a focused one-hour session. The sport—popularized in urban Canada in the 2000s—rewards repetition and concentration rather than brute force, so most riders find a quick learning curve.
Practical notes: total outing is about three hours, equipment (helmet, lock, phone mount, bike bag) is included, and the app provides turn-by-turn navigation plus a souvenir video. Minimum age is 16 and height limits apply. Expect paved or compacted gravel trail surfaces, short hill sections, and a relaxed urban-to-rural transition.
Bring a water bottle, closed-toe shoes, and a light wind layer; schedule morning or late-afternoon rides in summer to avoid heat. Treat the trail and the range respectfully: stay on the route, follow instructor directions, and pack out any trash to keep the corridor ready for the next rider.