BC WILD
World Championships, Sept. 22-Oct. 6, 2025​
Course Location
BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
BC’s big backyard inspires limitless journeys and unbridled adventures. Our cities, set on the doorstep of the wild, make it easy to step into nature and explore the endless possibilities of the outdoors. Our people thrive on connecting explorers with unexpected moments that renew the human spirit. Our connection to our Indigenous Cultures, help to gain a deeper understanding of how the people and the land are intertwined.
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British Columbia is showcased by high alpine, mountain lakes and rivers, deep valleys, deserts, orchards and vineyards, rugged ocean, wildlife and most importantly, friendly and loving people.
We look forward to welcoming you and to sharing this beautiful place we are lucky enough to call home.
Host City
PENTICTON, BC - OKANAGAN VALLEY REGION
Penticton is a city in the Okanagan Valley of the Southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada, situated between Okanagan and Skaha lakes.
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The Okanagan was voted the #1 destination to experience by Canadians. Penticton, (nsyilxcən snpintktn) enjoys long, hot summers, dry winters and more than 2000 hours of sunshine each year. It is one of just two cities in the world situated between two lakes.
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Beaches and water fun are part of the summer culture here with nearly 15 acres of premium, sandy beach and swimming areas. Along with all of the year-round outdoor recreational activities available, agriculture has been an important contributor to Penticton’s livelihood.
There are over 80 wineries in the area, 8 craft breweries, 2 cideries and 3 distilleries all within easy walking or biking distance of the downtown core.
The City is also home of the World renowned Skaha Bluffs climbing area, with over a thousand sport climbing routes. Along with thousands of kilometers of sweet single track right on the City's doorstep, this is a destination built for adventurers.