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Why Sooke Is the Best Home Base for Exploring South Vancouver Island

Most visitors to Vancouver Island book a hotel in downtown Victoria and plan their outdoor adventures from there. It makes sense on paper. Victoria has the name recognition, the accommodation options, and plenty to do within walking distance. But after years of exploring this part of the island, I keep coming back to the same conclusion: if you're here for the outdoors, Sooke is a better base camp. Sooke puts you right where the wild coast starts. Instead of driving out to na

Sea to Sea Regional Park

For those with a day or two to explore, whether by foot, mountain bike or horseback, the Sea to Sea Regional Park trail system has you covered! This is an area with designated multi-use, shared use, or specific trails to coordinate the different user groups within the park, whether you are looking for a peak to hike or to test your two-wheel skills. Located at the end of Harbourview Road, just off Sooke Road (Hwy 14), outdoor enthusiasts will discover the main access poin