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Looking for something to keep you active while on vacation? We know you'll enjoy these easy-to-do activities while staying with us.
This picturesque multi-use trail, formerly a railway line, moves through urban, rural and wilderness scenery on its fifty-five kilometre journey from Victoria to Sooke. You can cycle, stroll, run, or even ride a horse through the rural sections. Whether you’re commuting to work, meandering on a…
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Galloping Goose Trail
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A 40-minute drive from downtown Victoria, via Highway 14, also known as the Pacific Marine Circle Route, leads you to beautiful Sooke, where you will find the museum with its lighthouse and information center, immediately past the Sooke River Bridge. The Sooke Region Museum is operated…
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Sooke Museum
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Play the day away at one of the nearby parks located in the Columbia Valley. The kids will love hanging out in these great spots, playing on the playgrounds, checking out rivers and streams, getting some sun on the beach or just enjoying a stroll. Find…
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Public Parks & Greenspaces
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Parks
In the Columbia Valley, you’ll find spectacular opportunities for paddleboarding, kayaking, and canoeing along beautiful mountain lakes, both large and small. Or take a tour down the gentle current of the the Columbia Wetlands as you are guided down the river. In the spring, let the…
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Paddling
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You’ll find a few natural hot springs off the beaten path in the Columbia Valley including Lussier Hot Springs in the Whiteswan Lake Provincial Park (please take note of closures through the BC Parks website here: https://bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/whtswan). You’ll also want to make sure you check out…
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Hot Springs
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The Columbia Valley has become a golfing paradise for visiting golfers. From easy Par 3’s to championship level courses, you’ll find the perfect course for your experience level. With 13+ golf courses situated in or within 45 minutes of the village, each offering a unique experience,…
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Golfing in the Columbia Valley
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Southern Vancouver Island is home to an incredible array of hiking opportunities. West Coast wilderness awaits you in our vast rain forests and long coastlines. Explore and see what there is to find. No matter what your age, the Sooke area offers easy to technical hikes,…
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Hiking in Sooke
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The Columbia Valley offers the perfect location for your winter adventure vacation. Enjoy the close proximity to many ski hills, skating areas, snowmobile trails, and more.
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Winter Activities
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The Columbia Valley in the Kootenay Rockies region of beautiful BC has long been known as a hotspot for hiking activities, suitable to anyone’s level of ability. Radium Hot Springs is one of the gateways to Kootenay National Park, which boasts over 200 km of hiking…
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Columbia Valley Hikes
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Sooke is in the perfect location for golf enthusiasts! From entry-level to championship level, you’ll find a pleasant mix of short, medium and championship golf courses that can accommodate players of all skill levels. Find the balance between good quality, great value, challenge and playability on…
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Golfing near Sooke
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