Langford, British Columbia
Top Spots in and near Langford
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Victoria, British Columbia
Hike around Thetis Lake
4.51.9 mi / 196.9 ft gainTake Highway 1 west from Victoria. Turn onto Exit 10 (View Royal/Colwood) and continue on the Island Highway. Turn right at Six Mile Road, which leads straight to Thetis Lake Regional Park.Note that this park is also accessible by bike via the Galloping Goose Trail.With minimal elevation (~60m) a...Read more -
Langford, British Columbia
Hiking the Goldmine Trail
4.52.2 mi / 295.3 ft gainGoldstream Provincial Park is just a short drive from Victoria. Within 20 minutes of leaving the city center, you can be immersed in an old growth temperate rain forest.From Victoria, take the Trans-Canada highway to the start of the Malahat. The Goldstream day use area is well marked. Stop here ...Read more -
Langford, British Columbia
Hiking Mt. Finlayson
4.0Mount Finlayson in Goldstream Provincial Park is 19 km north of Victoria on Hwy 1. The trail takes you up to a scenic lookout of Victoria. For the majority, this trail is quite easy, however, it gets slightly more challenging toward the end when the terrain gets steeper.Park at Goldstream Provinc...Read more -
Victoria, British Columbia
Freedive or Snorkel Ogden Point
Accessible from downtown Victoria, The Breakwater at Ogden Point makes a fun, easy-access shore-dive. I've been freediving here a couple times now and have loved it each time. You can access the granite stepping blocks by a staircase on the left side (if you're facing the water) of The Breakwater...Read more -
Victoria, British Columbia
Paddle Victoria Harbour's Waterways
Victoria Harbor located on the southwestern tip of Vancouver Island, British Columbia is the southernmost port in Canada. Enjoying a moderate climate year round, one will quickly see why it is also known as Canada's busiest port. Pleasure boats, water taxis, large car and passenger ferries, tugbo...Read more -
Victoria, British Columbia
Galloping Goose Trail
36.14 mi / 1831 ft gainThe Galloping Goose Regional Trail connects downtown Victoria, Canada to the former town of Leechtown. Part of the Trans Canada Trail (which traverses the entire country) the Galloping Goose follows the path of the former Canadian National Railway passing through the communities of Sooke, Metchos...Read more -
Victoria, British Columbia
Beacon Hill Park
5.0Beacon Hill Park is the jewel of Victoria's crown. Spanning 200 acres and connecting Downtown to the ocean alongside Dallas Road, Beacon Hill Park is one of the highlights of visiting the Capitol city on Vancouver Islands southern tip. Every corner of the park features unique flora, fauna and p...Read more -
Victoria, British Columbia
Hike to Jocelyn Hill
4.05.75 mi / 1499 ft gainGowlland Tod is a beautiful park, running along the Finlayson Arm fjord. Jocelyn hill is in the middle of the park, and can be accessed from the Caleb Pike access at the South end (along the Ridge trail) or from the McKenzie Bight access at the North end (along the Timberman trail). With planning...Read more -
Sooke, British Columbia
Hike Mount Manuel Quimper
The Sooke Hills is a geographic region of low hills with elevations between 350m (Mt. Wells) to a high of 682m (Mt. Empress), located in the area bounded on three sides by Highway 1 to the east, Highway 14 to the south and the Sooke River to the west. Though heavily logged 100+ years ago, in the ...Read more -
Sooke, British Columbia
Hike and Swim at Sooke Potholes
4.2The Sooke Potholes seem to have something for everyone. Those seeking quick and easy beach access can enjoy short, well-groomed trails that lead straight to the pebble beaches from each of this spot’s multiple parking lots. There are also a number of paths leading to viewpoints overlooking the ri...Read more -
Sooke, British Columbia
Hike East Sooke Park
Sitting very close to the southernmost point of Vancouver Island, facing west towards the mouth of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the open Pacific Ocean, East Sooke Park is a unique and magical place for a hike or trail run. Your first visit will spark the desire to keep returning, to keep explor...Read more -
Sooke, British Columbia
Hike Whiffin Spit
1.5 mi / 0 ft gainLocated in Sooke, between the Sooke Harbour and the Juan de Fuca Strait is Whiffin Spit Park. An easy 2.4km out and back trail with minimal elevation gain that you can walk to the end and back in about an hour. The dog-friendly gravel trail takes you down the spit to the end where you will find a...Read more -
Duncan, British Columbia
Explore the Kinsol Trestle
4.01.6 miThe Kinsol Trestle is a highlight of the Cowichan Valley Trail, which travels from Shawnigan Lake to Lake Cowichan and then onward to Duncan. The trestle is easily reached via a 1.3km, wheelchair accessible section of the CVT from the trailhead on Renfew Road. Originally built in 1911 for the r...Read more -
Friday Harbor, Washington
Hike Mount Grant on San Juan Island
2 mi / 500 ft gainMount Grant Preserve is still in the midst of becoming an official park, but is open to the public for hiking, so you will get to see this amazing spot before it's too crowded. With a trial system currently being made, most people hike up the established road, but there are well marked signs to h...Read more -
Friday Harbor, Washington
Hike to Young Hill
4.01.2 mi / 650 ft gainFrom the main parking lot at English camp, follow the wide path east and cross West Valley road to the trailhead of Young Hill. The trail switchbacks several times and leads you past the English Camp cemetery. Continue left on the main trail through the forest of Pacific Madrone trees until you r...Read more -
San Juan County, Washington
Kayak Camp on Posey Island
A tiny gem within the San Juan Islands, Posey Island is a perfect kayak camping spot for novices, experts, and everyone in between. While the Island only has 2 campsites, each can be reserved ahead of time if you are going May 15th - September 30th. Reservations open each year starting Jan 2nd @ ...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Langford
Port Angeles, Washington
Log Cabin Resort
On the north end of the stunning Olympic National Park lies Log Cabin Resort, a rustic retreat for seekers of incredible views, fun beach...
From $148 / night
Port Angeles, Washington
Lake Crescent Lodge
Welcome to Historic Lake Crescent Lodge on the Olympic Peninsula in northwest Washington. This magnificent and charming turn of the centu...
From $181 / night
Port Angeles, Washington
Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort
Located just down the road from the Sol Duc Hot Springs, this perfectly placed campground is a great option for those looking for a littl...
From $25 / night
Port Angeles, Washington
Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Campground
Overview
Located along the Sol Duc River, Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Campground is on the "edge of the backcountry in the heart of the Ol...
