Matheson Lake Regional Park
Regional Park
Metchosin
This 156 hectare park has a beautiful lake and offers various recreational activities along with sensitive ecosystems. It is next to Roche Cove Regional Park and the Galloping Goose Regional Trail, making it a great spot for nature appreciation, hiking, swimming, and fishing.
On a hot summer day, Matheson Lake is a great spot for a refreshing swim and a picnic at the sandy beach.
In any season, hikers can enjoy the loop trail around the lake or explore the Galloping Goose Regional Trail, which connects to Roche Cove Regional Park and beyond.
Matheson Lake is also an excellent starting point for a cycling day trip on the Galloping Goose Trail.
Size: 156.97 hectares
Location: Matheson Lake Park Road in Metchosin
Established: 1994
Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
Matheson Lake Regional Parks Map [PDF/712KB]
To help preserve the park:
- Keep your dog under control or on a leash.
- Dogs are not allowed in designated main beach area between June 1 and September 15, except to pass through on a leash without stopping.
- Stay on marked trails and do not disturb plants or animals.
- Clean up after your dog and take all your trash with you.
- Smoking is not allowed in parks or on trails.
- Bicycles and motorized vehicles are not allowed.
- Camping, open fires, and alcohol are not allowed.
Activities
Difficulty Rating: Moderate
Beach
Canoeing
Fishing
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Swimming
Walking/Running
Amenities
Information kiosk
Parking lot
Picnic area
Public transit
Rest area
Toilet
How to Get There
Follow the Trans-Canada Highway from Victoria, and take the Colwood exit. Follow the Old Island Highway, which turns into Sooke Road. From Sooke Road, turn left on Happy Valley Road, then right on Rocky Point Road, and right again on Matheson Lake Park Road, which leads to the park entrance. Allow approximately 35 minutes driving time from Victoria.
