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 Location
French Beach Provincial Park is located on the west coast of southern Vancouver Island. The park can be accessed via Hwy 14, 20 km west of Sooke. Directional signs are posted. The park is located approximately 11 km from Jordan River. Nearest communities, towns or cities are Sooke, Jordan River, Port Renfrew, Victoria. Outdoor Activities
Situated on the scenic Strait of Juan de Fuca on the west coast of southern Vancouver Island, French Beach Provincial Park offers much more than just beautiful hiking trails through lush forests. A wide swatch of green lawn fronts this sand and pebble beach, where visitors can relax and enjoy a picnic or take a cool dip in the ocean. In addition to offering fabulous views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Mountains, the 1,600-meter beach at this park is an ideal location for exploring and whale watching. The magnificent Gray whales pass by this park in the spring as they migrate to northern feeding grounds, and return again in the fall. Roaming pods of resident killer whales can also be seen offshore, as well as otters, seals and sea lions. French Beach is also a good spot to observe Bald eagles, ospreys and a variety of seabirds. Picnicking
This park has a large, grassy day-use/picnic area with an adventure playground, picnic tables, fire rings, fresh water taps and pit toilets. The day use area is located next to the sand and gravel beach. Day-use Area Vehicle Parking Fee: $3.00 per vehicle / day or$1.00 per vehicle for the first hour.
Group Picnicking Fee: $50.00 per group Group Sites
There is one group campsite at French Beach. Contact RLC Enterprize at 250 474-1336 or email
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to reserve a site. Group Camping Fee: Min per night fee of $126.00 (6 parties) and $16.00 per party / night extra fees
Youth Group Camping Fee: $50.00 per group / night Camping
This park has vehicle accessible campsites, located in the forest approximately a 5-10 minute walk from the beach. Campsite reservations are accepted and first-come, first-served sites are also available. Prices and Seasons
The prices for camping are seasonally adjusted to the provision of services. During the peak season camping fees are $21.00 per night and there is a second vehicle charge of $10.50. Additional sleeping units are permitted in an occupied campsite but there is a camping fee charge of $21.00. Winter season is November 1 to March 14, or until full services are resumed, rates are $10.00 for everyone. Shoulder season is May 1 to June 15 and after Labour Day to September 30 where the rate is $21.00 and seniors pay $10.50 per night. Peak season is June 16 to Labour Day where the rate is $21.00 and seniors pay $21.00 per night. Second vehicle charges are $10.50 per night with a campsite. BC seniors over 65 must provide a BC gold card to pay half price prior to June 15th and after Labour Day. During the peak season seniors pay full price. Parking is $1.00 for one hour or $3.00 for the day. Reservations
To make a reservation in the campground please contact Discover Camping or by calling toll free at 1-800-689-9025. Fires
Campfires are allowed in designated fire rings provided that a fire ban is not in effect. Firewood is available for sale to visitors and the cost is $7 per bundle or $18.00 for 3 bundles. It is illegal to burn wood or material from the forest because it is destructive and damages the protected ecosystems within the park. Nearby Parks
Nearby parks include the Sooke Potholes, China Beach, and the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail. Rules and Regulations
To see the complete list of opportunities and regulations for this park please see the BC Parks Parkfinder
For the general rules and regulations for all Provincial parks please see
BC Parks General information
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