99% (251) • 11 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Victoria
West Coast Retreat at Anneth Farm
1. West Coast Retreat at Anneth Farm
97%
(30)
24km from Victoria · 9 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to our secluded little farm paradise. We are located on the west side of the W̱SÁNEĆ Peninsula on the main drive, West Saanich Road. Close to the beaches Coles Bay and Patricia Bay and a 12-minute drive to Sidney and the village of Brentwood Bay.
We have 3 accommodations offerings here on HipCamp:
(1) Tent camping in the fenced forest meadow
(2) Car camping at selected sites around the farm
(3) The Barn Loft private guest suite
{1. The Camping Meadow}
The meadow is a 1/2 acre fully-fenced, flat forest dell. There is a water spigot and an electrical outlet. It can host up to 3 tents. It is tent camping only - no vehicles allowed in the meadow.
West Saanich Road can be a bit loud at night in the summer. If you have sensitive hearing, we encourage earplugs and/or camping at the farthest west end of the meadow.
{2. Car Camping}
The Cedar Grove is a private camp site with room for a regular vehicle (not an RV) and a tent. It is our only spot where you may camp next to your vehicle.
{3. The Barn Loft Guest Suite}
The Barn Loft Guest Suite is a beautiful restored hay loft with a double bed, a pull-out sofa, a kitchenette, and a living room and dining area. It is equipped with a composting toilet. Those staying at the Loft can also use the shared farm washroom.
{Shared Washroom}
The washroom is the shared washroom inside the farmhouse on the ground/basement floor, with a flush toilet and luxury shower. It is a short walk from the camping meadow, inside the heritage farmhouse. Please note that while inside the farmhouse basement, only the washroom is available for public use. Entering other areas of the basement is prohibited, as these are private living spaces.
{Farm Fun}
We have five horses, a tiny pony, chickens, a few goats and a flock of sheep. You are welcome to respectfully meet the animals with us - it is not permitted to meet the animals without a guide. DM us if you want to say hi to the animals and we will arrange a time. Please understand, there are safety protocols that need to be followed around horses.
Eggs and lamb meat are also available for sale. DM us to order.
Enjoy your stay on our beautiful west coast.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
CA$36
/ night
Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
2. Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
90%
(120)
24km from Victoria · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
CA$45
/ night
Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle
3. Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle
99%
(62)
39km from Victoria · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
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!
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
CA$35
/ night
Sea Change Farm and Nursery
4. Sea Change Farm and Nursery
97%
(91)
41km from Victoria · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
💚💜Enjoy the simple wild private campsites with gravel pads, on the edge of a creek ravine with second growth forest, and the regeneration of the forest around you. A big beautiful pond hosts lots of wildlife and you will hear our ducks and chickens making their happy noises on the wind.
And for your information—This year we have a quiet long term camper at the end of the road. There are large berms full of greenery between each site for privacy.
Sheringham light house and Shirley Delicious Cafe are within walking or biking distance and The Stoked wood fire pizza is also just down the road beside French beach.
No shortage of sights to take in here on the west Coast of Vancouver island.
For more information look in our descriptions.♥️
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
CA$46
/ night
Rejeanne's Forest on Salt Spring
5. Rejeanne's Forest on Salt Spring
98%
(115)
49km from Victoria · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Gorgeous forested 5 acre property at the top of Eagle Ridge with a rugged walking trail throughout our land. See ocean glimpses from our trail, walk to Long Harbour in 20 minutes, drive to Ganges in 4 minutes, or cycle to town in 10 minutes.
Enjoy all Salt Spring has to offer, by car, by bike or by bus. Come stay with us!
Pets
Toilets
Potable water
from
CA$37
/ night
99% (251) • 11 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Victoria
West Coast Retreat at Anneth Farm
1. West Coast Retreat at Anneth Farm
97%
(30)
24km from Victoria · 9 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to our secluded little farm paradise. We are located on the west side of the W̱SÁNEĆ Peninsula on the main drive, West Saanich Road. Close to the beaches Coles Bay and Patricia Bay and a 12-minute drive to Sidney and the village of Brentwood Bay.
We have 3 accommodations offerings here on HipCamp:
(1) Tent camping in the fenced forest meadow
(2) Car camping at selected sites around the farm
(3) The Barn Loft private guest suite
{1. The Camping Meadow}
The meadow is a 1/2 acre fully-fenced, flat forest dell. There is a water spigot and an electrical outlet. It can host up to 3 tents. It is tent camping only - no vehicles allowed in the meadow.
West Saanich Road can be a bit loud at night in the summer. If you have sensitive hearing, we encourage earplugs and/or camping at the farthest west end of the meadow.
{2. Car Camping}
The Cedar Grove is a private camp site with room for a regular vehicle (not an RV) and a tent. It is our only spot where you may camp next to your vehicle.
{3. The Barn Loft Guest Suite}
The Barn Loft Guest Suite is a beautiful restored hay loft with a double bed, a pull-out sofa, a kitchenette, and a living room and dining area. It is equipped with a composting toilet. Those staying at the Loft can also use the shared farm washroom.
{Shared Washroom}
The washroom is the shared washroom inside the farmhouse on the ground/basement floor, with a flush toilet and luxury shower. It is a short walk from the camping meadow, inside the heritage farmhouse. Please note that while inside the farmhouse basement, only the washroom is available for public use. Entering other areas of the basement is prohibited, as these are private living spaces.
{Farm Fun}
We have five horses, a tiny pony, chickens, a few goats and a flock of sheep. You are welcome to respectfully meet the animals with us - it is not permitted to meet the animals without a guide. DM us if you want to say hi to the animals and we will arrange a time. Please understand, there are safety protocols that need to be followed around horses.
Eggs and lamb meat are also available for sale. DM us to order.
Enjoy your stay on our beautiful west coast.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
CA$36
/ night
Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
2. Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead
90%
(120)
24km from Victoria · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
CA$45
/ night
Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle
3. Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle
99%
(62)
39km from Victoria · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
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!
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
CA$35
/ night
Sea Change Farm and Nursery
4. Sea Change Farm and Nursery
97%
(91)
41km from Victoria · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
💚💜Enjoy the simple wild private campsites with gravel pads, on the edge of a creek ravine with second growth forest, and the regeneration of the forest around you. A big beautiful pond hosts lots of wildlife and you will hear our ducks and chickens making their happy noises on the wind.
And for your information—This year we have a quiet long term camper at the end of the road. There are large berms full of greenery between each site for privacy.
Sheringham light house and Shirley Delicious Cafe are within walking or biking distance and The Stoked wood fire pizza is also just down the road beside French beach.
No shortage of sights to take in here on the west Coast of Vancouver island.
For more information look in our descriptions.♥️
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
CA$46
/ night
Rejeanne's Forest on Salt Spring
5. Rejeanne's Forest on Salt Spring
98%
(115)
49km from Victoria · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Gorgeous forested 5 acre property at the top of Eagle Ridge with a rugged walking trail throughout our land. See ocean glimpses from our trail, walk to Long Harbour in 20 minutes, drive to Ganges in 4 minutes, or cycle to town in 10 minutes.
Enjoy all Salt Spring has to offer, by car, by bike or by bus. Come stay with us!
Pets
Toilets
Potable water
from
CA$37
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Anthony
January 2026
22 ft campervan
With pets
We enjoyed our quick one-night stay at Navit's property. The camp space is private and easy to access and the additional fencing around the property provides additional security. Thanks for hosting us on such short notice!
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Melissa
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
The two sites at the farm are very private. There was so much to look at - ravens, rabbits, deer, and ducks on the pond. We fit two cars and two tents comfortably at elderberry. The hosts were great and very responsive to our questions. We can't wait to visit again!
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Sherri
September 2025
17 ft campervan
Great experience in Salt Spring Island. Perfect spot to park the van for the night. Worked perfect with our early ferry departure from Long Harbour.
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Melissa
September 2025
14 ft campervan
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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Robyn
September 2025
20 ft campervan
With pets
Beautiful little clearing in the woods. Beside the road, but very minimal traffic. Outhouse is clean, fresh and well-maintained. I've stayed multiple times this summer and really enjoyed the location.
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Mykola
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Great place, great host, great communication!
Highly recommend
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Heike
August 2025
15 ft travel trailer
With pets
Great rustic farm camping with few campers and super nice hosts. Close to pizza, coffee, lighthouse and beaches but nicely tucked away.
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Nathan
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Great location, great host and clean charming camp site
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Penny
August 2025
20 ft campervan
Very quiet site. Very close to the beaches along hwy 14
Excellent composting toilet.
Navit is a delightful host.
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Jan
August 2025
Tent
Exactly communication. A nice beautiful farm in the woods with a private camp site
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Project
August 2025
Tent
It’s a nice peaceful spot with privacy and nature.
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Marcia
August 2025
25 ft campervan
Very quiet and tranquil setting. Loud of space and privacy.
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Jennifer
August 2025
16 ft car
Salmon Berry was the perfect spot for us! Amazing property and a great location for exploring along the west coast! Navit is so welcoming and helpful too!
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Myrna
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We had an amazing experience and my kids totally loved this campsite. Navit was also very accommodating and provided great service. She gave us a nice tour of the property and answered all of our gardening questions. We got to pet baby rabbits and the dogs were super friendly! Would definitely recommend and will plan to come back again!
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Ieva
August 2025
16 ft car
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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Serena
August 2025
Tent
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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Annie
August 2025
Tent
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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Rhonda
August 2025
25 ft campervan
Beautiful and peaceful. Well water is crystal clear. Would stay again.
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Hahn
August 2025
Tent
With kids
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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Kelsey
August 2025
24 ft campervan
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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The best private sites RV sites near Victoria guide
Where to go
Gulf Islands National Park Reserve
This national park protects sections of Vancouver Island as well as several smaller islands offshore. Campers can choose from front country, backcountry, and boat-in campgrounds. The 49-site SMONEĆTEN (McDonald) Campground is closest to Victoria, on a biking trail and regional bus line, convenient to the Swartz Bay Ferry.
The Cowichan Valley
Vancouver Island’s wine making and agricultural center is a great region for food and wine-lovers to explore. For campers, you’ll find RV parks, provincial parks, and lakeside camping spots.
Sooke
Hikers can tromp along scenic walking trails near Sooke on Vancouver Island’s south coast, with its rocky shores along the Pacific Ocean. Camp near the sea in French Beach Provincial Park.
Port Renfrew
Continue west of Sooke to the end of the road—literally. Highway 14 ends in this tiny town, where campers can park their RVs or pitch their tents by the Pacific, follow hiking trails through the rainforest, and watch the waves roll in.
When to go
With one of the mildest climates in Canada, Victoria is a year-round destination. You can comfortably camp anytime between March and October, perhaps with just a little drizzle. During the mild, dry summer (late June to Labour Day in early September), Victoria is packed with day-trippers and camping areas are busy. September and October bring cooler weather and fewer crowds, while wildflowers bloom across the island from March through May. Although winters are rainy, temperatures rarely drop below freezing.
Know before you go
- BC Ferries transports cars, bikes, and foot passengers between mainland British Columbia and Vancouver Island. From Vancouver, catch the ferry at Tsawwassen, 36 kilometres south of the city, to Swartz Bay, 37 kilometres north of downtown Victoria.
- You can reach the Tsawwassen terminal by subway and bus from downtown Vancouver, and regular buses travel between Swartz Bay and Victoria as well. The Victoria region is well laid out for cycling, too.
- From Washington State to downtown Victoria, the Clipper high-speed catamaran transports foot passengers from Seattle, while the Black Ball Ferry takes cars and people from Port Angeles.
- At the Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites west of downtown Victoria, campers can sleep in oTENTiks, Parks Canada’s platform tents, on the grounds of a historic fort.