emailThetis Lake Regional Park
This regional conservation area was established as Canada's first nature sanctuary in 1958. The park offers outdoor activities in a natural setting.
Park Features
- Swamp and lake ecosystems for nature study
- Delicate spring wildflowers, Garry oak ecosystems and Douglas-fir forest
- Freshwater lakes for swimming, canoeing and fishing (lakes stocked with catchable Rainbow Trout)
- Beaches and picnic areas
Trail Rating: Moderate to Challenging
Size: 833.68 hectares
Location: Six Mile Road in View Royal/Langford
Established: 1993
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Things to Do
Go for a hike on the scenic trails hugging Upper and Lower Thetis lakes. For panoramic views of the lakes and surrounding hills, follow the more challenging trails up Seymour or Scafe hills. In spring, wildflowers dot the hillsides. Please help us protect this sensitive habitat by staying on designated trails and keeping pets on the trail.
The beach area of Thetis Lake is perfect for a family picnic or refreshing swim. If you have a canoe, try an early morning paddle and you may even have the lake all to yourself.
Swim Safely
Never swim alone, and look before diving. Lakes contain hidden hazards.
Remember, lifeguard service is not provided in regional parks.
- Beach Safety (PDF
)
Boating Regulations
The only motorized boats permitted on Thetis Lake are those with electric motors. Power boats are not permitted on Prior Lake.
How to Get to Thetis Lake
Follow the Trans-Canada Highway from Victoria, and take the Colwood exit. Follow the Island Highway. Turn right on Six Mile Road, which leads to the park entrance. Allow approximately 20 minutes driving time from Victoria.
- Map to Thetis Lake Regional Park (PDF )
- Directions to the main parking lot
- Directions to the Highland Road parking lot
Parking Fees
Parking is free at Thetis Lake Regional Park from October to April. Pay parking is in effect from May 1 to September 30. Read more 
Public Transportation
Take BC Transit bus #50 to the Six Mile Road stop and walk approximately 1 kilometre to the park. Contact BC Transit for schedule information.
Thetis–Langford Connector Trail
This 1.3-kilometre pedestrian/cycling trail allows Langford residents to access the park without travelling on busy roads or cycling on hiking trails, and connects with other cycling routes such as the Galloping Goose Regional Trail.
- Connector trail map (PDF )
