A Jewel in the Wilderness Guidebook
Sightseeing
Jordan River
Local surfing spot.
A 50 hectare area of old growth forest 20 minutes outside of Port Renfrew. Vehicles with 4wd and good clearance are recommended.
51 locals recommend
Avatar Grove
A 50 hectare area of old growth forest 20 minutes outside of Port Renfrew. Vehicles with 4wd and good clearance are recommended.
Sooke Potholes Provincial Park
Sooke River RoadA massive, old growth Douglas fir tree which survived the surrounding logging. It is an adventurous drive to get there. Vehicles with 4wd and good clearance are recommended.
11 locals recommend
Big Lonely Doug
A massive, old growth Douglas fir tree which survived the surrounding logging. It is an adventurous drive to get there. Vehicles with 4wd and good clearance are recommended.
Wonderful spot to pick up fresh local produce and treats. Open Sundays from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
6 locals recommend
Metchosin Farmers Market
4450 Happy Valley RdWonderful spot to pick up fresh local produce and treats. Open Sundays from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Activity
Runs from Sooke potholes all the way into Victoria. We love biking or hiking on different sections of the https://www.gallopinggoosetrail.com/
61 locals recommend
Galloping Goose Trail
Galloping Goose TrailRuns from Sooke potholes all the way into Victoria. We love biking or hiking on different sections of the https://www.gallopinggoosetrail.com/
4.3 km past Jordan River. Visit at low tide. A 2 km hike from parking lot to beach through a beautiful forest. There are small caves and a waterfall on the beach that you can explore at low tide
97 locals recommend
Mystic Beach
4.3 km past Jordan River. Visit at low tide. A 2 km hike from parking lot to beach through a beautiful forest. There are small caves and a waterfall on the beach that you can explore at low tide
In Port Renfrew area. Botanical Beach is known for its tidal pools and the great Botanical loop trail. Be sure to go at low tide.
25 locals recommend
Botanical Beach Provincial Park
In Port Renfrew area. Botanical Beach is known for its tidal pools and the great Botanical loop trail. Be sure to go at low tide.
French Beach Provincial Park
21.7 km from Sooke
31 km west of Sooke. Access to the beach is only a 15 minute hike from parking area.
48 locals recommend
Sandcut Beach
11033 West Coast Road31 km west of Sooke. Access to the beach is only a 15 minute hike from parking area.
East Sooke Regional Park
6807 East Sooke RoadOur favourite hiking spot.
Whiffin Spit
A lovely walk in Sooke harbour.
4.5 km past Jordan River. An easy 15 minute trail from parking lot to beach allows easy access for most. There is a long set of stairs before arriving at water.
24 locals recommend
China Beach Trailhead
47 Juan De Fuca Hwy4.5 km past Jordan River. An easy 15 minute trail from parking lot to beach allows easy access for most. There is a long set of stairs before arriving at water.
Sombrio Beach Trailhead
Be sure to look for the hidden waterfall
Sooke Whale Watching / Sooke Coastal Explorations
1581 Dufour Rd
Adventures By HIP, Whale Watching Sooke, BC
6971 W Coast RdFood scene
Stoked Wood Fired Pizzeria and Market
2908 Tieulie Pl
WILD MOUNTAIN Food & Drink
1831 Maple Avenue SouthOur favorite restaurant. Wonderful food and people.
Shirley Delicious
2794 Sheringham Point Rd
Sooke Oceanside Brewery
5871-A Sooke Road
Sooke Brewing Company
2057 Otter Point Rd
Bad Dog Brewing Company
7861 Tugwell RdA 5 minute drive from the jewel.
17 Mile House Pub
5126 Sooke RdA quaint and historic pub that boasts of atmosphere.
Fabulous patio, warm interior and a wonderful place to stop when you visit botanical beach.
31 locals recommend
The Renfrew Pub
17310 Parkinson RdFabulous patio, warm interior and a wonderful place to stop when you visit botanical beach.
Route 14 Sooke
6686 Sooke RdA casual Bistro/Pub style restaurant that offers a seasonal menu.
Metchosin Farmers Market
4450 Happy Valley Rd
Sheringham Distillery
4382 W Coast RdLovely gin!
Tugwell Creek Honey Farm and Meadery
8750 W Coast RdHoney and meadery.
Mom's Cafe
2036 Sheilds RdSmall town diner vibe. Great for breakfast.
Casual local eatery with beer and cider on tap. View and outdoor deck.
47 locals recommend
Stickleback West Coast Eatery
5449 Sooke RdCasual local eatery with beer and cider on tap. View and outdoor deck.
Quirky local coffee joint. Great coffee and treats.
60 locals recommend
The Stick In The Mud Coffee House
6711 Eustace RdQuirky local coffee joint. Great coffee and treats.
Kayak / SUP / Bike Rentals
Mystic Beach Adventures
6918 Grant Rd WGuided kayak tours and kayak / paddle board rentals
Kayak, mountain bike, electric bike, stand up paddleboard and surf gear rental
18 locals recommend
West Coast Outdoor Adventure
6971 W Coast RdKayak, mountain bike, electric bike, stand up paddleboard and surf gear rental
Fishing
2 Reel Fishing Adventures
6929 W Coast RdTraveler advice
Don't miss
The Sooke Night Market
Every Thursday night from 5 pm to 8pm (June 2nd to Sept 1st) at the Sooke Museum (where red lighthouse is). www.sookeregionmuseum.ca/sooke-night-market-2/
Don't miss
ALM Organic Farm - 3680 Otter Point Road. Alm farms.org
Farm stand open Tuesdays and Saturdays from 10-12. Go early!
Don't miss
Woodside Farm - 7149 West Coast Road
Charming farm stand that operates on honour system. It is about 5 minutes from the Jewel. Fresh eggs and seasonal produce and flowers. www.woodside.farm