A viewing point at Kelowna’s Knox Mountain Park will soon undergo construction upgrades, with work starting next week.
The City of Kelowna says the project will cost $390,000 and will occur in two phases.
The first phase will begin on Monday, March 18, and should be finished by mid-May. The second phase will start at the end of the year or in 2025.
City officials state that Phase 1 will involve creating a large, comfortable open area at the east end of the current parking area, as well as a small plaza and custom benches.
There will also be improvements to the parking lot, as well as enhancements for accessibility and bike parking.
The second phase will include landscaping enhancements and cultural interpretive elements.
“The initial lookout structure will be closed during phase one of construction, and there will be some minor detours for hikers using the Apex trail,” the city said. “Alternate routes will be clearly marked.”
Knox Mountain Drive will continue to be closed for safety and traffic control during phase one of construction, with plans to reopen in mid-May.
