French Beach Provincial Park

Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation

1. Reservations are recommended and available for dates between May and September through BC Parks’ Discover Camping website (groups from March to October).
2. If camping on weekends or holidays (Canada Day, BC Day, or Labour Day), secure your spot as far in advance of your trip as you can.
3. During peak season, you may be able to score a first-come, first-served spot, especially mid-week if you show up right at check-out time (11am).

When to Go

French Beach Provincial Park is open for camping year-round, though water will be shut off and sani-service will be unavailable outside of the regular May to October season. For the best weather, think about booking between mid-May and mid-September (though this will also be the busiest time in the park). The grey whale migration of mothers and calves from April to early May is also popular. 

Know Before You Go

• Thirteen kilometres northwest of French Beach is the 47-kilometre Juan de Fuca Marine Trail, popular for hikes and wildlife viewing.
• The campground has limited amenities and no showers.
• There are some barrier-free facilities at this park, including a wheelchair-accessible walking trail.
• The nearby communities of Jordan River, Shirley, and Sooke feature restaurants and other services.