Gowlland Tod Provincial Park

Gowlland Tod Provincial Park is a protected area on southern Vancouver Island in British Columbia that conserves forested hills and shoreline along Saanich Inlet. The park is known for its network of hiking trails and coastal viewpoints.

Hiking routes range from short shoreline walks to steeper upland trails that ascend the Gowlland Range and provide panoramic views across Saanich Inlet and toward the Gulf Islands. Trails pass through coastal Douglas-fir and Garry oak-influenced habitats and are used for wildlife watching and seasonal wildflowers.

The park was established and is managed by BC Parks to protect the natural landscape and provide recreational access. It forms part of the greenbelt and recreational corridor northwest of Victoria.

Gowlland Tod lies northwest of the city of Victoria on southern Vancouver Island, bordering Saanich Inlet and close to communities on the Saanich Peninsula and Highlands. Access is by local roads from the Victoria area and nearby towns.

• Trail character: Trails include steep, short climbs that reward hikers with panoramic views over Saanich Inlet and the Gulf Islands.
• Habitats and views: Protects a mix of shoreline and upland habitats typical of southern Vancouver Island, making it a regional spot for nature walks and viewpoint photography.

What to See #

• Tod Inlet: Shoreline and viewpoints overlooking Tod Inlet and Saanich Inlet, popular for short hikes and coastal scenery.
• Gowlland Range: Forested uplands of the Gowlland Range that rise to viewpoints; composed of coastal Douglas-fir and Garry oak habitats used by hikers and wildlife watchers.