PLEASE NOTE: Kapoor Regional Park remains closed due to the Old Man Lake wildfire. This page will be updated when the park has reopened.

Kapoor lies at the end of the Galloping Goose Regional Trail and along the Sooke River past Sooke Potholes Regional Park. Numerous old trails and roads wind through the property, which includes almost two kilometres of riverfront land.

Features

  • Remnants of 19th century logging and gold mining operations
  • Habitat for golden and bald eagles, as well as black-tailed deer, northern alligator lizards, red squirrels, and pileated woodpeckers
  • Northern terminus for the Galloping Goose Regional Trail

Trail Rating: Easy
Size: 12.59 hectares
Location: Juan de Fuca Electoral Area
Established: 1999
Hours: Sunrise to Sunset

Things to Do

The park is adjacent to the historic site of Leechtown, a mid-19th century gold mining town, and is the site of former railway logging operations. Kapoor is dedicated by the Kapoor family in memory of "pioneer lumberman and visionary" Kapoor Singh Siddoo (1885-1964).

Today, no standing structures remain, although relic mining and logging equipment lies throughout the area. That and Kapoor's second growth forest are a testament to the industry that once flourished in these woods. 

Kapoor is the northwest terminus of the Galloping Goose Regional Trail. It is a great ending point for a trip by bicycle or on foot. Travel to it from Sooke Potholes Regional Park.

Amenities

Bike Rack Information Kiosk Toilet

The park offers a bike rack, information kiosk and toilets at the rest area.

How to Get There

Access to the park directly on bicycle via the Galloping Goose Regional Trail. There is no direct vehicle access. Visitors can access the park on foot by walking from the Sooke Potholes Regional Park. It is a 7.3km distance (one way).

Follow the Trans-Canada Highway from Victoria, and take the Millstream Road exit (Exit 14) to Sooke. Follow Veterans Memorial Parkway, then turn right on Sooke Road. Turn right on Sooke River Road and follow the signs to Sooke Potholes Regional Park.


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This Place is Wild: Use Caution

You are sharing this natural area with large carnivores such as bears, cougars, and wolves.

  • Stay alert. Wildlife may be in the area. Watch for signs such as tracks, claw marks on trees and scat.
  • Make noise to avoid surprise encounters, especially around blind corners and areas with dense vegetation.
  • Do not approach or feed wildlife. Keep a minimum viewing distance of 100 m from bears, cougars, and wolves and 30 m from other animals.
  • Dogs must be kept on leash at all times to reduce the risk of encounters with large carnivores.
  • Do not leave children or pets unattended.

Help reduce human-wildlife conflicts:

Please conserve our Parks

Please follow these rules to keep the park natural and enjoyable for everyone.

  • Stay on designated trails
  • Do not remove or disturb animals or plants, such as wildflowers
  • Dogs must be on leash on the Galloping Goose Regional Trail, otherwise under control to avoid injuring or disturbing people, pets or wildlife
  • Pick up dog droppings and take them to the trash
  • Leave no trace and carry out litter
  • Motorized vehicles, camping, open fires, smoking, and alcohol are prohibited

Dog Restrictions

Dogs are required to be on a leash on the Galloping Goose Regional Trail, which runs through the park. Read more on our paws in parks page.

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