The natural splendor of the rugged West Coast wilderness is just a forty-minute drive away from Victoria in the Sooke Region. Encompassing the entire area between East Sooke Park and the community of Port Renfrew, this awe-inspiring area is home to southern Vancouver Island’s most pristine beaches. Sooke is the main population centre, with smaller pocket communities, like Jordan River, Shirley, Otter Point, and Port Renfrew situated along Highway 14, more commonly known as West Coast Road. Tuck in for the night at one of the manybed and breakfasts or country inns, and dine in a world-class restaurant with an ocean view, an historic pub, or small café.
Sooke — The first stop to make in Sooke is the Sooke Region Museum, a charming museum that depicts Sooke’s pioneer history with a film presentation, informative exhibits, and delightful Moss Cottage. The Sooke Region Visitor Info Centre is located at the museum and is the place to find out more about activities, like fishing, golfing, kayaking, hiking, and whale watching. While you’re there, ask about Sooke’s annual events, including the Sooke Festival of Performing Arts and Sooke Fine Arts, the largest juried art show on Vancouver Island. Accommodations, restaurants, art galleries, shops, and friendly people are abundant in Sooke.
Port Renfrew The village of Port Renfrew is famous as the trailhead for two extended hiking trails: The West Coast Trail and the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail. All summer long, Port Renfrew welcomes tired or energetic hikers, depending on whether they’re ending or beginning their treks. If it’s fishing you’re after, Port Renfrew makes an ideal base for year-round saltwater and freshwater fishing trips. Port Renfrew is also situated in the vicinity of one of the largest douglas fir trees in Canada: the Red Creek Fir; check with the Sooke Region Visitor Info Centre for trail conditions.
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