Knox Mountain

• Suspicious fire on Knox Mountain after witness snaps photo of shirtless man among flames

  On Friday, the B.C. Prosecution Service confirmed that Andrew James Dent has been charged with arson and resisting a peace officer in connection with the fire.

  Fire

  Aug 21
  
• Concerns raised over future of Kelowna’s Knox Mountain Park caretaker role

  Among the considerations is no longer having a caretaker living on the mountain, which is troubling news to many people who use the park or live near it.

  Canada

  Jul 7
  
• Advertisement
• Stranger reportedly following hikers on popular Knox Mountain trail

  There have been several reports of a man hiding in the bushes and following people on the popular path to Paul's Tomb on Knox Mountain.

  Canada

  Sep 13, 2024
• Advertisement
• Competitive longboarders hit the road at Kelowna’s Knox Mountain

  Longboarders are ripping down Knox Mountain in Kelowna this weekend at the third annual Knox Mountain Downhill event. Some boarders will hit speeds of 100 kilometres an hour.

  Sports

  Jun 2, 2024
• Fire evacuees dealing with uncertain future in Kelowna, West Kelowna

  Robert Pullen and his husband, Warren, got a knock on their door on Thursday night from a neighbour, and estimate they had about 10 minutes to get out the door.

  Fire

  Aug 20, 2023
• Knox Mountain Park reopens to pedestrians and cyclists

  Park visitors should avoid the burned area and follow sanctioned trails to ensure their safety and to help reduce the fire risk.

  Fire

  Jul 7, 2023
• Kelowna RCMP seek tips to solve Knox Mountain wildfire

  The Knox Mountain wildfire in Kelowna grew quickly after it was reported Saturday afternoon, spreading to two hectares and then 6.5 ha before crews got the upper hand.

  Canada

  Jul 6, 2023
• Knox Mountain fire alerts and orders rescinded, but hazards remain

  The majority of Knox Mountain Park remains closed and City of Kelowna staff will be in the park on Tuesday to identify wildfire mitigation hazards and assess infrastructure damage.

  Fire

  Jul 4, 2023
• Advertisement
• Public urged to avoid Knox Mountain, Paul’s Tomb area as crews continue wildfire cleanup

  Those caught in the Knox Mountain or Paul's Tomb area could face a fine of up to $500, as it is still considered an active fire zone.

  Fire

  Jul 2, 2023
• Advertisement
• Kelowna RCMP says Canada Day crowd was ‘well behaved’

  60,000 people were expected to come to Kelowna’s downtown for the festivities – prompting police to plan ahead by adding additional support both on the ground and on the lake.

  Canada

  Jul 2, 2023