let’s ride!
Working with municipalities, the province and land owners, PACA supports all things cycling in the south Okanagan. We maintain your trails, create space for Penticton’s best biking spots, both urban and rural. Dive into a spirited community backed by volunteers, where we ride, not for profit, but for passion and connection. #RideWithPACA
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ABOUT US
Join PACA to unlock the best biking terrains in Penticton.
Become part of a community that promotes cycling as a way of life! Enjoy exclusive group rides, workshops, and social events while supporting efforts to improve local cycling trails, infrastructure, and safety.
Pedaling with Purpose: Uniting Cyclists. Making Connections.
Not only do we pave paths, but we also drive charity events, green initiatives, and connect biking enthusiasts. Dive into a vibrant cycling community, powered by passion and run by dedicated volunteers.
Trail Captain Day, May 20, 2024
- What: Our first Trail Day of the season is approaching quickly on April 20!
- Location: poplar Grove Parking Lot
- Time: 9:30 AM
Trail Captains will walk their given trails and carry out basic maintenance duties including raking/chucking loose debris off of the trail (leave materials that are embedded in the trail-keep the mountain in mountain biking right?!), cutting any small overhanging branches off of the trail and identifying any problem areas that need work including large trees and erosion. Issues should be reported on Trailforks.
This day is an important diagnostic tool to help us identify where we need to go back and spend more time and to get all of our trails running smoothly for the rest of the season. Do you have a trail or trails that are near and dear to your heart?. Sign up here. Can’t get out on the day? No problem! We can give you a route that you can take care of on a different day.
Please stop by the Poplar Grove Parking lot on your way out to your route for coffee and a treat. Please bring your own water and extra snacks. Work gloves, appropriate clothing and hand tools if you have them please. Rakes or rake type tools, spades, snips and handsaws this time around. PACA will lend the necessary tools if you need them.
Carpooling and rides can be arranged at the Poplar Grove parking lot morning of, if you have a route that is higher up in the network.
Pedal with Purpose:
At the Penticton and Area Cycling Association (PACA), we’re all about bringing the joy of cycling to both city streets and countryside trails, making every ride an adventure for locals and visitors alike. But we don’t stop at just pedaling! Our team dives into charity events, green projects, and advocacy work, all fueled by our amazing volunteers and the awesome vibes of our cycling family.
Penticton is bike friendly! Explore the map!
Bicycles benefit businesses, employees, and the community alike. Our Bike Friendly Penticton Program aims to acknowledge and support businesses that encourage biking as a mode of transportation for their customers and staff. By making it more convenient for people to cycle, businesses can help reduce the number of cars on the roads, leading to lower emissions and promoting healthier lifestyles within our community.
Meet the people behind PACA
Our Board consists of committed community members who passionately champion the goals and interests of PACA, as defined in our constitution, bylaws, vision, and mission statement.
Your membership matters!
Join PACA and contribute to maintaining and expanding over 200 kilometers of trails, ensuring support for mountain biking in the South Okanagan. Your membership amplifies our advocacy for road riding, urban commuting, and trail access, strengthening our ability to effect positive change for cycling. Plus, you’ll join Penticton’s largest cycling community, participating in group rides, races, and more. Be part of a wheelie good time and make a difference with us!
Penticton is a cyclist’s dream destination!
From adrenaline-packed mountain biking to scenic road routes and the rugged charm of gravel trails like the KVR and Trans Canada Trail, the city offers endless possibilities for every rider
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Remember those days spent sitting around with your friends after a great ride? We do too, and are bringing it back with the Penticton Bike Festival.
Our Partners & Sponsors
To our invaluable sponsors, a heartfelt thank you from the PACA team. Your unwavering support and generosity have been instrumental in propelling our mission forward. Each trail blazed, event hosted, and moment shared not only promotes cycling, but helps us in fostering a vibrant community. Here’s to many more rides together!
