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Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead

1. Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead

89%
(119)
3.9km from Malahat · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Shawnigan Lake, BC
Are you looking for a secluded camping experience with a lot of privacy? Bring your tent and stay at one of our wilderness campsites. Our basic Campsites have picnic tables, fire pits and an outhouse close by. And if you want, you can explore the farm and all our animals or one of the many hiking trails close by. Firewood is available for a charge.Our property is located in Shawnigan Lake, BC on Vancouver Island. The area is renowned for its rugged beauty and its 7-kilometre long lake that provides the opportunity for fishing, swimming and sunbathing in the summer.Nearby is the recently restored Kinsol Trestle named for the short-lived “King Solomon Mine”. Restored in 2011, it is an engineering feat, even by today’s standards and remains one of the loftiest wooden railway trestles in the world.We look forward to hosting you!
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
CA$45
 / night
Prospect Lake View

2. Prospect Lake View

90%
(39)
9.9km from Malahat · 1 site · Tent, RV · Victoria, BC
The property is 1.5 acres in total set amidst rural surroundings. It is a very quiet and peaceful community set on the shores of the lake and surrounded by magnificent trees and greenery. There is limited bus service about a 20 minute walk away so a car is recommended. We are about a 25 minute drive away from Sidney, where most people will arrive by plane or ferry from the mainland, and also about 25 minutes away from downtown Victoria. The driveway from the street up to the front of our house is a paved sloped driveway and from there the access to the camping site is a sloped and curving dirt road. You don’t need a four-wheel-drive to get up it. We just want to be sure you are aware. The area itself is a level piece of ground to the side of our house. It is approximately 30 ' X 30 ', big enough for a small camper van and a tent. Please note it’s not a camping space like you would find in a provincial park. There’s no picnic bench or fire pit. In any case open flames are not allowed. Portable propane powered camping stoves are fine. We can supply a couple of plastic chairs and a small cocktail sized table. The facilities are comprised of a toilet in a small room in our basement and a utility sink just outside, accessed through the sunroom and down the back stairs. Pets are welcome, but must be on a leash or otherwise kept under control and not allowed to run loose. We have three cats ourselves, and they have access to the sunroom. We are just letting you know in case you are allergic. Also, we might occasionally sit in the sunroom ourselves and we don't mind you passing through on your way to and from the facilities, if you don't mind us being in there on occasion. There is no bath or shower available. You are advised to bring your own face and/or hand towels if needed. You also need to be prepared to take away your own recycling, garbage and organics.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
CA$40
 / night
Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle

3. Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle

99%
(62)
19km from Malahat · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Duncan, BC
Learn more about this land:Enjoy camping on our quiet and peaceful campsite located in Cowichan Valley BC on Vancouver Island! We welcome campers with tents or camper vans (maximum vehicle length= 25ft). Much of the property is treed with second-growth cedar, hemlock and some fir trees. Our property is designed for you to unwind and relax. We have an outhouse available for campers to use as well as a hand pump for water. Nature lovers will find plenty to explore; Kinsol Trestle is close to our property. Hikers will love the proximity to the Mount Tzouhalem Kaspa Trailhead, and mountain bikers will find this a great location for their sport. For those looking for a more relaxing vacation, unwind in the surrounding gardens and take in the beautiful views.  We are 15 minutes to the closest town where you can stock up on all essentials! Great for families looking to get outside and enjoy nature at its finest. We look forward to hosting you!
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
CA$35
 / night
West Coast Wilderness Glamping

4. West Coast Wilderness Glamping

96%
(12)
19km from Malahat · 1 site · Lodging · Sooke, BC
Your booking at Maple Haven includes both tents and the entire site to yourself! A basecamp for adventure! This massive glamping site is completely private on 5 acres of forest at the base of a 4000 hectare hiking and biking adventure park! Enjoy a dip in the world famous Sooke Potholes (10min away by car) or ride horseback along the Galloping Goose, a gorgeous multi use trail stretching from Victoria to Sooke, then enjoy a craft beer at Oceanside Brewery, a 10min walk away!
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
CA$200
 / night
94% (2.9K)

Top-rated campgrounds

Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead

1. Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead

89%
(119)
3.9km from Malahat · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Shawnigan Lake, BC
Are you looking for a secluded camping experience with a lot of privacy? Bring your tent and stay at one of our wilderness campsites. Our basic Campsites have picnic tables, fire pits and an outhouse close by. And if you want, you can explore the farm and all our animals or one of the many hiking trails close by. Firewood is available for a charge.Our property is located in Shawnigan Lake, BC on Vancouver Island. The area is renowned for its rugged beauty and its 7-kilometre long lake that provides the opportunity for fishing, swimming and sunbathing in the summer.Nearby is the recently restored Kinsol Trestle named for the short-lived “King Solomon Mine”. Restored in 2011, it is an engineering feat, even by today’s standards and remains one of the loftiest wooden railway trestles in the world.We look forward to hosting you!
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
CA$45
 / night
Prospect Lake View

2. Prospect Lake View

90%
(39)
9.9km from Malahat · 1 site · Tent, RV · Victoria, BC
The property is 1.5 acres in total set amidst rural surroundings. It is a very quiet and peaceful community set on the shores of the lake and surrounded by magnificent trees and greenery. There is limited bus service about a 20 minute walk away so a car is recommended. We are about a 25 minute drive away from Sidney, where most people will arrive by plane or ferry from the mainland, and also about 25 minutes away from downtown Victoria. The driveway from the street up to the front of our house is a paved sloped driveway and from there the access to the camping site is a sloped and curving dirt road. You don’t need a four-wheel-drive to get up it. We just want to be sure you are aware. The area itself is a level piece of ground to the side of our house. It is approximately 30 ' X 30 ', big enough for a small camper van and a tent. Please note it’s not a camping space like you would find in a provincial park. There’s no picnic bench or fire pit. In any case open flames are not allowed. Portable propane powered camping stoves are fine. We can supply a couple of plastic chairs and a small cocktail sized table. The facilities are comprised of a toilet in a small room in our basement and a utility sink just outside, accessed through the sunroom and down the back stairs. Pets are welcome, but must be on a leash or otherwise kept under control and not allowed to run loose. We have three cats ourselves, and they have access to the sunroom. We are just letting you know in case you are allergic. Also, we might occasionally sit in the sunroom ourselves and we don't mind you passing through on your way to and from the facilities, if you don't mind us being in there on occasion. There is no bath or shower available. You are advised to bring your own face and/or hand towels if needed. You also need to be prepared to take away your own recycling, garbage and organics.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
CA$40
 / night
Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle

3. Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle

99%
(62)
19km from Malahat · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Duncan, BC
Learn more about this land:Enjoy camping on our quiet and peaceful campsite located in Cowichan Valley BC on Vancouver Island! We welcome campers with tents or camper vans (maximum vehicle length= 25ft). Much of the property is treed with second-growth cedar, hemlock and some fir trees. Our property is designed for you to unwind and relax. We have an outhouse available for campers to use as well as a hand pump for water. Nature lovers will find plenty to explore; Kinsol Trestle is close to our property. Hikers will love the proximity to the Mount Tzouhalem Kaspa Trailhead, and mountain bikers will find this a great location for their sport. For those looking for a more relaxing vacation, unwind in the surrounding gardens and take in the beautiful views.  We are 15 minutes to the closest town where you can stock up on all essentials! Great for families looking to get outside and enjoy nature at its finest. We look forward to hosting you!
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
CA$35
 / night
West Coast Wilderness Glamping

4. West Coast Wilderness Glamping

96%
(12)
19km from Malahat · 1 site · Lodging · Sooke, BC
Your booking at Maple Haven includes both tents and the entire site to yourself! A basecamp for adventure! This massive glamping site is completely private on 5 acres of forest at the base of a 4000 hectare hiking and biking adventure park! Enjoy a dip in the world famous Sooke Potholes (10min away by car) or ride horseback along the Galloping Goose, a gorgeous multi use trail stretching from Victoria to Sooke, then enjoy a craft beer at Oceanside Brewery, a 10min walk away!
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
CA$200
 / night

Stories from the community

An overview of the established site, showing the amount of space.
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Melissa
September 2025
14 ft campervan
Weekend Trip to Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle
We stayed for the weekend in site 1. It was the furthest from the house , so nice and private and quiet. We did a wine tour on our e bikes and went swimming at the River . It was a lovely stay, and the hosts were great and even left fresh tomatoes . I would definitely recommend !
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The main barn, you'd see when you drive in
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Jan
August 2025
Tent
2 nights at Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
Exactly communication. A nice beautiful farm in the woods with a private camp site
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Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
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Project
August 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
It’s a nice peaceful spot with privacy and nature.
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An overview of the established site, showing the amount of space.
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Marcia
August 2025
25 ft campervan
Weekend Trip to Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle
Very quiet and tranquil setting. Loud of space and privacy.
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An overview of the established site, showing the amount of space.
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Ieva
August 2025
16 ft car
Weekend Trip to Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle
Such a serene, beautiful and quite camp spot! The hosts were very welcoming and lovely and I enjoyed my stay. Thank you so much!
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The main barn, you'd see when you drive in
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Serena
August 2025
Tent
2 nights at Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
Our campsite was private and nestled in nature. We had so much fun interacting with the horses, they were very friendly and sweet. The surrounding property was spacious, beautiful, and beaming with wildlife.
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An overview of the established site, showing the amount of space.
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Annie
August 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle
The space was lovely and very peaceful! Would definitely return. The hosts were kind (and helped us jumpstart our car when we left!), the garden was beautiful, the turkeys were cute, and all-in-all we had a great weekend.
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An overview of the established site, showing the amount of space.
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Rhonda
August 2025
25 ft campervan
5 nights at Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle
Beautiful and peaceful. Well water is crystal clear. Would stay again.
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Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
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Hahn
August 2025
Tent
With kids
1 night at Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
A very comfortable camping environment, with horses, sheep, and other animals keeping you company — a great choice. The pit toilet was clean and odor-free, definitely worth a thumbs-up. Suggestion: It would be even better if the toilet door could close properly and if there were running water
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West Coast Wilderness Glamping
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Sarah
August 2025
Group trip
Weekend Trip to West Coast Wilderness Glamping
We love the site, super cute and cozy! Beds are comfy everything was nice and clean. The outhouse however is way over due for a service, it is disturbingly full. The caretaker, Bronte was lovely and super helpful, they have super cute and friendly dogs that greeted us at the driveway. We would 100% stay here again :)
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Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle
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Kelsey
August 2025
24 ft campervan
Weekend Trip to Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle
Had a great time at this spot! The host, Loretta, was friendly and showed us the lay of the land upon arrival. The outhouse was clean and it was a nice perk having access to well water and a sink. The site is close to the Kinsol Trestle (walk or bike) and Cowichan Bay to explore (by vehicle). Nice and quiet at night. Would stay again!
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Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
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Mostafa
July 2025
Tent
With kids
Weekend Trip to Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
We were 3 families stayed there. Conny was so friendly. Later, we all moved to Site A. It was so enjoyable 😍😍😍😍
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The main barn, you'd see when you drive in
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Rachel
July 2025
Tent
Group trip
Weekend Trip to Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
Lovely ranch, very secluded. Campsites are very private. Remember to bring your own water, and bring your own sanitizer. A note for bikers: at the time of writing this, the road from the CVT is quite bumpy. 2 in our group got flats. 4km off the trail, Google maps is misleading for the address listed.
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An overview of the established site, showing the amount of space.
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Mary
July 2025
Tent
3 nights at Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle
The place is very simple but nice. There’s an outhouse & a water source up by the main house. We slept there but didn’t spend a whole lot of time there. There was a burn ban so we could not make a campfire. The older couple who live on the property were very welcoming & warm. The address needs a sign with the number at the start of the driveway because it was very difficult to find. I was glad that I had asked Giovanni prior for the exact address, so we could figure out which driveway it was by looking at the other house numbers. GPS alone cannot get you there.
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Prospect Lake View
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Diana
July 2025
18 ft campervan
Weekend Trip to Prospect Lake View
Elizabeth was patient and kind with last minute adjustments to my reservation. Her husband Ron was on site to show us the ins and outs, when we arrived. The camping spot was flat, with easy access to the toilet and sink. The pictures and the description of the hillside are accurate. Location is great, if you want to get a feeling for rural Victoria, which has a vibe that needs to experienced. Allow yourself time to stop at the many farm stands.
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Prospect Lake View
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Sonny
July 2025
16 ft car
1 night at Prospect Lake View
Jennifer and Ron's Hipcamp location is very nice. Private bathroom, tub with warm water. There are even cute deers going around the land ;) Thanks for the stay!
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West Coast Wilderness Glamping
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Michelle
July 2025
With kids
2 nights at West Coast Wilderness Glamping
Our family LOVED staying at Maple’s Edge. The tents were decorated in such a lovely way and they had everything we could need. The kids loved the rope swing, hammock and watching the resident turtle sun bathe in the pond. Our son is already asking to come back!
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West Coast Wilderness Glamping
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Estair
June 2025
With kids
Weekend Trip to West Coast Wilderness Glamping
This is a great spot. Very peaceful and well designed. Comfy beds, cute and creative kitchen set up., clean outhouse. Wonderful location just up the road from the goose where you can bike to the potholes. We were surprised how close it was to some buildings on site but it was not an issue. It was really quiet, we would happily stay again.
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The main barn, you'd see when you drive in
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Ruby
June 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
Lovely sites deep in the forest. The sites had a good enough distance between them to feel private. The pit toilets were fine. Just don't forget to byo water b
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Prospect Lake View
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Olivia
May 2025
Tent
With kids
Weekend Trip to Prospect Lake View
Was a grate place nice and quiet and out of town just far enough that you can feel seclude and still feel part of the hustle and bustle
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