Below the community is Okanagan Lake and plenty of water activity. Many water sports thrive on the lake like swimming, boating, water skiing, tubing, beach worshipping and canoeing. The sandy beach surounding the lake is often enjoyed by many in the summer drawing people to the shores so to enjoy hours of relaxation and play.

The desert hills of Summerland is home to some of the popular sprawling orchards, fruit fields and to the rows of grape vines of the internationally recognized wineries and vineyards. In Summerland the Kettle Valley Steam Railway (KVR) draws visitors from around the world to be part of history and to witness the "Great Train Robbery" consisting of local actors.

In Summerland BC one can explore the walking trails of the "Peach Orchard Loop" and Lakeshore Loop, hike up Giant's Head Mountain, play a round of golf and meet at the "19th Hole", take a wine or orchard tour, or stimulate your senses and explore the fields of shrubs, flowers, and trees at the 6 hectare (15 acre) Ornamental Gardens in Summerland. Winter brings snowmobiling, alpine skiing, snow boarding, and cross country skiing to the Okanagan Valley and all it's communities.