SMONEĆTEN Campground, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, Parks Canada
157 Reviews
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Frontcountry camping - Gulf Islands National Park Reserve | Discover our frontcountry campgrounds in the national park reserve.
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+18669441744
10740 McDonald Park Rd, North Saanich, BC V8L 5S5
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- Wheelchair-accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible washroom
- Good for kids
- Gender-neutral washroom
- Dogs allowed
- Picnic tables
- Public restroom
Recommended Reviews
Jean Tremblay
12.10.2023
SMONEĆTEN Campground, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, Parks Canada
We stayed in smonecten right at the ferry.Keep in mind we sleep through anything, the ferry traffic goes on all night. That's it.It's beautiful and our lil spot was perfect.Close to Sydney for whatever you need. Close to Victoria but not in a busy area.There's a store within 10 minute walk.
Leah Sullivan
12.10.2023
SMONEĆTEN Campground, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, Parks Canada
Nice spot. You can hear the highway, but it's not that bad. Outhouses only. Walk in sites have no fire pits but you can use the group one near by. Overall had a good time, close to the ferry and a pretty straight shot into Victoria for the day
Joanna
11.10.2023
SMONEĆTEN Campground, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, Parks Canada
Good campground. Pit toilets clean and didn’t smell. Highway noise can be heard until late night and it starts early morning, but I managed to sleep without ear plugs. We went to Oak Bay Recreation Centre to take a shower for $2 per person.
Scabiosa 8
30.09.2023
SMONEĆTEN Campground, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, Parks Canada
These reviews are mainly way off ! This was an old farm that was donated to become a Park.....it became a walking Park, then a Provincial Park, at one point I was told it was a federal Park, I lived right up the road from it it is a very pretty place. It is minimalist, a place to tent and catch a ferry.People expect Disneyland, stop complaining, it is a lovely little wooded area.I really loved walking through here with my dog everyday. If you are into a big tough adventure, go do the Cape Scott Trail, no highway noises, but you will have to get off your butt and stop whining in. these review. lol
Giané Pretorius
04.09.2023
SMONEĆTEN Campground, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, Parks Canada
Amazing spot to pitch your tent! Although there's no showers or flush toilets, the sites and pit toilets are very well maintained! Sites are decent sized and very private. The highway noise didn't bother us at all. Friendly staff.
Hannah H
03.08.2023
SMONEĆTEN Campground, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, Parks Canada
This is a great campground - super convenient location, great campground hosts who work hard to enforce rules (like 10pm quiet time). Yes it is near the highway, but the noise tapers off in the evening - I woke up to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night, and didn't hear a single car go by. Definitely pick an inside" site as they are quieter. If you are a tent camper
Holly Stewart
27.07.2023
SMONEĆTEN Campground, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, Parks Canada
Good amenities. It was quiet, clean, and spacious.
Barb Smith
21.07.2023
SMONEĆTEN Campground, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, Parks Canada
We like this campsite as it is close to Swartz Bay and the Gulf Islands and the Lockside Trail starts very nearby. Unfortunately there are no showers and there are pit toilets, but you can get a shower for $2 at the Panorama Recreation Centre near the airport. Park staff come by daily and they are very helpful. The seniors rate makes it very affordable. We'll be back.
Jayne Hope
19.07.2023
SMONEĆTEN Campground, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, Parks Canada
It’s a pretty good national parks campground close to Schwartz Bay ferry terminal, Victoria Airport and 30 minutes from Victoria. Beautiful trees but the highway, airplane and ferry noises are noticeable. The staff are good at keeping the primitive toilets clean. No showers available. Not too bad spacing between campsites.
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10740 McDonald Park Rd, North Saanich, BC V8L 5S5
SMONEĆTEN Campground, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, Parks Canada