Juan de Fuca Marine Trail: China Beach to Clinch Beach
Trailheads
Transportation is required at both ends.
China Beach Trailhead: (70 km from Saanich Hall). Drive west from Victoria on highway #1 to the Colwood exit. Take this exit and continue to where the road becomes BC#14 through Sooke to Jordan River. From Jordan River continue driving west for approximately 3.5 km until you come to China Beach. Turn left and drive into the parking lot.
(A $5 parking fee is charged.)
Facilities available at the trailhead include:
Clinch Beach Trailhead:
Uses
| Backpack | Easy to moderate. | | Best from April thru October. |
| Dayhike | Moderate to strenuous day hike . | 3 hours one way. | Suitable all year. |
Features
This trail features beaches, forests and views.
Hazards
- Boardwalk (can be very slippery in wet conditions)
- some streams are crossed on footlogs
- rouge waves (waves of unusual height that can occur even on calm days - be cautious when wading or fishing, don’t stand too close to the water while taking photos)
- suspension bridge crossings of some creeks or rivers
Trail subject to mud, especially in fall, winter and spring. Suspension bridge crossing near China Beach, some log crossings/stairs.
The portion of the Juan de Fuca trail from Mystic Beach to just beyond Bear Beach was closed in mid July 2005 due to bear problems. The section is now open but the park staff were unable to catch the bear. We suggest you check
the BC Parks website for more information.
Comments
The trail can be quite muddy, especially in the fall, winter and spring. Gators and well water proofed boots are a must.
Campsites along the trail
| Mystic Beach | 2.0 km | 0 meters | | Water is available quality is good. |
| Mystic Beach | Approx 2.0 km | 0 meters | | Water is available quality is good. |
| Bear Beach | 9.0 km | 0 meters | - Bear cache/wire
- Pit toilet
| Water is available quality is good. |
| Bear Beach | 9.0 km | 0 meters | - Bear cache/wire
- Pit toilet
| Water is available quality is good. |
For additional information see:
Other trails in Juan de Fuca Provincial Park
Trail-conditions
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