Named after the Dutch term for 'look out hill,' Spion Kop is a 350 hectare ridge located between Okanagan Lake and Wood Lake. There is a large network of hiking trails across the ridge, the work of a volunteer group.

The interconnecting trails provide almost endless hiking opportunities. I would suggest starting at the Upper Lakes Trailhead and heading to the 879m summit via Arrowleaf Trail, Connector and Summit trails (5.2km return).

The summit vistas, as you may guess, are breathtaking, with views of four lakes (Okanagan, Ellison Wood and Kalamalka) and surrounding mountains.