We cycled 15 km west, to Royal Roads University campus & back on this trail. Coming back was mostly downhill, or so it seemed. It took about 3 1/2 hours.

nice variation of bridges, trail, stream, ocean, beaches, forest, and town... perfect way to escape the city streets and exhaust, while still getting where you're going or to spend a tranquil day strolling, or for exercise, biking or jogging

This trail is wonderful for biking, walking, running, riding your horse, walking your dog or pushing your baby in a stroller.. you can go for a short trip or a long trip.. you can ride out to a destination and enjoy lunch somewhere or just put on your music and enjoy the outdoors. Always so much to see. I've been... More

Extensive, mostly paved walking/cycling trails throughout and around Victoria. The trail does cross some busy roads in places, so ensure you have checked and double checked before crossing the road. Most are clearly marked and most often traffic does stop. A great example of a a shared use trail.

The Galloping Goose is an old railway track that has been converted. It runs from Victoria all the way out to Sooke - but I like the portion through the rural community of Metchosin best. Great for biking and running - but the walking and talking with a pal is definitely the best - particularly in dappled sunlight during the... More

Look up the CRD website for the trail. Buy a cycle map. Bring the kids. Wheelchair friendly. You will pass farms, vies of lakes and the sea. Bed and Breakfasts on route. Great for training or just a day out.

Borrowed a bike from my hosts and spent a day exploring the Galloping Goose. Very cool down by the harbour, place called Selkirk - check out a great bakery and watch the rowers. Or, head all the way to Royal Roads University out of town, another heritage property. Unfortunately not right by Oaklands 8 but close enough recommend a stop... More

It's free and its beautiful with many different view points. Very accessible for any wheelchair/pushchair users.

I use this trail daily - walking/running or biking. It's great for getting anywhere quick without worrying about traffic too much. Other trail users are generally very friendly and courteous. Most of the time it's fairly empty, but there's enough traffic until 6 or 7 at night that I feel safe using it even on the dark evenings in the... More