Victoria and the South Island
Trip worthy places, an hour from Victoria.
BC Parks
Before you go
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Washout from Sunset Drive, 6km Northwest of Ganges and Vesuvius Bay Rd to Mountain Park Dr.
Single lane alternating traffic. Watch for traffic control. Last update: September 15th, 2026 at 8:03pm PDT. Next update: September 25th, 2026 at 12:00pm PDT.
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Road construction at Hutchinson Road, At Hutchinson Road and Telegraph Road.
Starting Tue Sep 1 until Tue Sep 22. From 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM PDT, weekdays. Single lane alternating traffic. Last update: September 15th, 2026 at 8:03pm PDT.
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Utility work from Highway 14, In Metchosin and Impala Rd to In Metchosin and Kangaroo Rd.
Starting Tue Sep 22 until Wed Sep 23. From 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM PDT the next day, Tuesday. Single lane alternating traffic. Last update: September 15th, 2026 at 8:03pm PDT.
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Utility work from Highway 14, Rockbottom Creek to Cedar Coast Dr.
Starting Mon Oct 5 until Fri Oct 9. From 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM PDT, every day. Right lane closed. Watch for traffic control. Last update: September 15th, 2026 at 8:03pm PDT.
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Utility work from Highway 99, In Delta and Highway 17 to In Delta and 88 St.
Starting Wed Sep 16 until Fri Sep 18. From 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM PDT, Wednesday to Friday. Shoulder closed. Last update: September 16th, 2026 at 9:13am PDT.
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Forecast
- Today 70° Sunny
- Saturday 70° A mix of sun and cloud
- Sunday 70° A mix of sun and cloud
- Monday 66° A mix of sun and cloud
Happening
No scheduled programs listed.
On the water
Tides at Victoria Harbour
Full tide table
| When | Tide | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 6:07 pm | High | 8.3 ft |
| Sat 4:16 am | Low | 2.9 ft |
| Sat 3:47 pm | High | 8.2 ft |
| Sun 5:24 am | Low | 2.9 ft |
| Sun 4:04 pm | High | 8.1 ft |
| Mon 6:24 am | Low | 2.9 ft |
| Mon 4:14 pm | High | 7.9 ft |
| Mon 7:15 pm | Low | 7.6 ft |
| Mon 9:00 pm | High | 7.7 ft |
| Tue 7:13 am | Low | 2.9 ft |
| Tue 4:04 pm | High | 7.7 ft |
| Tue 7:40 pm | Low | 7.2 ft |
| Tue 10:36 pm | High | 7.5 ft |
| Wed 7:52 am | Low | 3 ft |
| Wed 3:26 pm | High | 7.5 ft |
| Wed 8:08 pm | Low | 6.6 ft |
| Thu 1:00 am | High | 7.4 ft |
| Thu 8:25 am | Low | 3.3 ft |
| Thu 3:08 pm | High | 7.5 ft |
| Thu 8:41 pm | Low | 5.8 ft |
| Fri 2:07 am | High | 7.5 ft |
| Fri 8:55 am | Low | 3.7 ft |
Heights above chart datum. Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Worth the drive
4 places
Chemainus River Park
The park addition is located on the Chemainus River, approximately 3km northwest of Duncan on southern Vancouver Island. This park is cooperatively managed by the Cowichan Valley Regional District. Services and facilities may differ from those offered in other…
Goldstream Park
Massive trees, majestic waterfalls, a meandering river that meets the sea, flowers, birds, and fascinating fish are but a few of the attractions that draw people to Goldstream Park, a mere 16km from downtown Victoria on southern Vancouver Island. Take a virtua…
Juan de Fuca Park
Juan de Fuca Park is on the west coast of southern Vancouver Island, along the Strait of Juan de Fuca. This park offers views of roaring surf and marine wildlife, from spectacular coastal trails. The most popular attraction here is the Juan de Fuca Marine Trai…
ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱/John Dean Park
Situated on top of Mount Newton on southern Vancouver Island, ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱/John Dean Park overlooks the pastoral Saanich Peninsula, the Gulf Islands and the Cascade Mountains. ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱/John Dean Park protects one of the last stands of old-growth douglas fir …
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