Polson Park

An easy day, exactly when you need one.

park2600 BC-6, Vernon, BC, V1T 2Y5

If you're looking for an easy day with playground, Polson Park is a solid pick.

Not the pick for solitude or a rugged wilderness day — this is a developed, easy-access spot.

Don't leave without...

Playground
Skateboarding
Exploring Science Centre
Exploring Arts Centre
Polson Artisan Market
Football
Walking/hiking
Tennis courts
Lawn bowling
Artisan market

Overview

Vernon's most popular park, home to a large playground, skate park, the Okanagan Science Centre, the Vernon Community Arts Centre, and many picturesque settings, including Vernon Creek and a boardwalk trail through the wetlands.

Quick Facts

Type: park
Coordinates: 50.2600, -119.2706

What you can do here

Football
Playground
Polson Artisan Market
Walking/hiking

Good to know

Fees & reservations

Special event reservations — Specific areas of the park can be reserved for special events such as weddings, social gatherings and concerts. Email bookings@vernon.ca or events@vernon.ca for more information.

Reservation contact — Email bookings@vernon.ca or events@vernon.ca for more information.

Facilities

Picnic shelter
Skateboard park
Washrooms
Wheelchair access playground

More details

Market schedule: Polson Artisan Market gets into full swing in the park from 4 till 8 pm on Friday evenings.
Floral Clock: Installed in 1958, provides a great photo with its colourful background.
Japanese Garden: Donated by the Japanese Community and constructed in 1967 as Centennial Projects.
Polson Artisan Night market: From May through September on Friday evenings from 4-8pm.