Goldstream Provincial Park

Goldstream

BC Parks
Vancouver Island · British Columbia

what to expect

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 Provincial Park, a mere 16 km from downtown Victoria on southern Vancouver Island. It's a world that seems far removed from the urban adventures of British Columbia's capital city whether the visitor is a hiker seeking inspiration from this magnificent example of the great outdoors or a naturalist looking to add to their notebook. There's something new, different and exciting every month of the year at Goldstream Park. Goldstream's numerous trails criss-cross through the dramatically different terrain of two distinct vegetation zones. The park is home to 600-year-old Douglas fir trees and western red cedar, mixed with…

what to know

Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

No fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.
Pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.

what to bring

This list adapts to Goldstream.

common questions about Goldstream

can dogs camp at Goldstream?
Yes. Goldstream Provincial Park allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
does Goldstream have electric hookups?
No. Goldstream Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is Goldstream from Vancouver?
Goldstream Provincial Park is 95 km from Vancouver. Use Google Maps for current drive times — they account for terrain, traffic, ferries, and closures we can't.
do you need reservations at Goldstream?
Yes. Goldstream Provincial Park is operated by BC Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.

nearby places

Within ~100 km of Goldstream.

Data last refreshed 2026-06-01 from BC Parks + open sources

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