Carter Navarette Dog Park – 2276 Church Rd. – a short walk off Church Rd to a fenced in dog park, with fresh water & poop bags & disposal bin.

Sooke Pot Holes Provincial Park – up Sooke River Rd – serene natural pools, hiking & climbing.

Ed McGregor Park – across from 6774 Westcoast Rd – dog welcome, nice trail walk down to the Rotary Board Walk & Pier.

East Sooke Regional Park – 6807 East Sooke Rd. – waterfront nature space with trails.

Sooke Region Museum & Visitor Centre – 2070 Phillips Rd. – gift shop, history of Sooke, a& visitor information.

Matheson Lake Regional Park – Matheson Lake Park Rd. – staple for hiking, swimming & fishing.

Sea to Sea Regional Park – at the top of Harbourview Rd. – hiking/walking area