Day 1: Victoria ➝ Jordan River ➝ Sombrio Beach
Distance: ~95 km (~1.5 hours driving)
Camp: 🏕️ Sombrio Beach Backcountry Campsite
Coordinates: 48.5176° N, 124.4152° W
Free camping, hike-in access (~250m), outhouses available
Things to Do:
Grab coffee in Sooke on the way.
Explore the tide pools at French Beach.
Hike to the secret Sombrio waterfall (hidden in the forest on the east side of the beach).
Optional surf session at Sombrio.
Evening: Campfires on the beach (check fire ban status), stargazing, listen to the waves.
Day 2: Sombrio ➝ Port Renfrew ➝ Cowichan Valley ➝ Victoria
Distance: ~140 km loop
Things to Do:
Visit Botanical Beach in Port Renfrew.
Brunch or coffee at The Renfrew Pub.
Take the scenic Pacific Marine Road to Lake Cowichan.
Optional stop at Skutz Falls or Cowichan River hike.
Return to Victoria by evening.
This is the perfect quick coastal getaway – perfect for weekend warriors