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Fishing in Victoria, BC

Fishing in Victoria BC Victoria, on Vancouver Island, BC, is an angler’s paradise, surrounded by the ocean and stunning scenery with a large variety of fish species available including favorites like salmon and halibut. As well, there are numerous lakes and rivers in the region offering abundant freshwater fishing opportunities. Fishing around Victoria is a

COLQUITZ RIVER TRAIL

The Colquitz River Trail is perhaps one of Saanich's least-known public trails. Starting roughly at the western corner of Interurban Road and Burnside Road West, Colquitz River Trail was envisioned as early as 1967 and was one of the municipality's first efforts to protect urban streams. The waterway, alternatively referred to as a river or

BUS SERVICE OUT-OF-TOWN

Bus Transportation from Victoria to other Vancouver Island Destinations If you're looking for easy, convenient and less expensive ways to get around Vanvouver Island, there are some very good bus services running on the island that will get you pretty much any community you may wish to visit as well as the various ferry terminals

THE CANADIAN SCOTTISH REGIMENTAL MUSEUM

The Canadian Scottish Regimental Museum The Canadian Scottish Regiment (Princess Mary’s) Regimental Museum is located upstairs in the heritage building of the Bay Street Armoury at 715 Bay St. in Victoria, BC. This museum is an accredited museum of the Canadian Forces and was opened by the Regiment’s Colonel-in-Chief, Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra, GCVO, CD,

ROCHE COVE REGIONAL PARK

Roche Cove Regional Park Hike along a cool creek at midday or paddle still waters in early morning light at this serene 163-hectare park. You’ll find a secluded cove, ocean views and lush vegetation, including old-growth cedar trees. Explore the park’s seven kilometres of forested trails, or picnic at the secludedbeach. Roche Cove Roche Cove

SPORTS BARS

Here are some ideas if you'd like to watch 'the game' while having a meal or downing a few 'cold ones'.  (In alphabetical order!)  Please click on link for menu and hours.  Check Yelp or Trip Advisor for reviews! Dylan's Sports Bar & Grill - (Closed) The Games Room at the Strathcona Hotel - 919

RESTAURANTS WITH PATIOS OR OUTDOOR DINING

When the weather's nice ... there's no better place to eat than outside on a restaurants' deck or patio.  Here's some suggestions:  (Please click on individual links for hours, menu etc.)* WITH CONTINUING CASES OF COVID-19, MANY MORE RESTAURANTS HAVE OPENED UP PATIOS.  PLEASE GO TO THE INDIVIDUAL RESTAURANT (LISTED ELSEWHERE) FOR UP-TO-DATE INFO ON