VICTORIA CAMINO

Esquimalt Gorge Walk
2026-06-20 08:45 - 12:30 (America/Vancouver)
Meeting Point: Esquimalt Gorge Park and Pavilion
Meeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1RRap6qik5VunEbh6
Route Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/vg9votf9
Come and join us for a stroll along the E&N Rail Trail and the Gorge Waterway. We will start and finish at Esquimalt Gorge Park where the flowers should be starting to bloom. Our walk will take us along the E&N Rail Trail with a chance to view Thetis Cove, Portage Inlet and the Gorge Waterway. We will stop at iluka expresso for a topical themed treat.
Walk Statistics:
Total Distance: 9.5 km
Estimated Finish Time: 3 hours (with coffee)
Elevation Change: 173m
Difficulty: Easy
Surface: Paved and Dirt Trails

Brentwood Bay Loop
2026-06-27 08:45 - 12:30
Meeting Point: Hardy Park, Corner of Moody Street and Wallace Road
Meeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bsRWda9YyntBG44LA
Route Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/bo0pvet1
This walk starts at Hardy Park in Brentwood Bay, offering distant ocean views. We ascend to Gore Park, with slab rocks, moss, and frost-covered plants. Continuing to Oak Haven Park, then climbing a hill to a summit with Saltspring Island and peninsula farms in view. From there, we walk along Garden Gate Road to Gowlland Todd Provincial Park, stopping at the beach for a break. We continue on Benvenuto Avenue, taking a hidden path to Woodward before descending to the ocean. We walk along the ocean to Verdier Park, where we have a coffee and snack break and then meander through the streets before returning to our cars.
Pets are not permitted on our walks for the comfort and safety of all walkers, thank you!
Walk Statistics:
Total Distance: 11 km
Estimated Finish Time: 3.5 hours (with coffee)
Elevation: 315m ascent: 315m descent
Difficulty: Medium
Surface: Pavement and dirt trails

Camino Coffee House
2026-07-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Quality Foods Café, 27 Helmcken Road, Victoria, BC, V8Z 5G6, Canada
Location: Quality Foods View Royal
Camino Coffee House takes place the first Thursday of each month. The café is located inside Quality Food, upstairs. If you have a credencial and you would like to have one of the Victoria Chapter stamps come and join us for coffee and there will be someone there to stamp your credencial. The stamps are at the bottom of every newsletter!
Please join us, but sorry no outside food.

Central Saanich Walk
2026-07-04 08:45 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Centennial Park
Meeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/n7Ex9takZgMu8N2QA
Route Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/jntvunrp
Enjoy a picturesque walk through the rural landscapes of Central Saanich. We’ll begin at Centennial Park and follow mostly flat terrain, with a gentle climb from 40 m to 110 m as we make our way up toward Butterfield Park.
Midway through the route, we’ll stop at the well‑known Saanich Peninsula Farmers’ Market, one of the largest weekly markets in the CRD. The market offers an abundance of fresh local produce, warm baked goods straight from the oven, and a wide variety of artisan crafts before we continue the walk back to the park.
Pets are not permitted on our walks for the comfort and safety of all walkers, thank you!
Walk Statistics:
Total Distance: 11.09 Km
Estimated Finish Time: 4 hrs
Elevation Change: 245m
Difficulty: Easy
Surface: Pavement and dirt trails

An Ode to Ice Cream Walk
2026-07-11 09:45 - 14:00
Meeting Point: Beacon Hill main parking, 404 Circle Dr.
Meeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/A8DtAQRwk9P3esSm7
Route Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/g1n5is8j
Summer and ice cream are the perfect pairing, and this walk celebrates both. We’ll set out at 10am —early enough to enjoy the cooler morning air and timed so that the ice cream shops are open when we arrive. Along the route, we’ll visit three local favourites: Parachute Ice Cream near the Oak Bay Marina, Cold Comfort in Estevan Village, and finally Beacon Hill Drive‑In.
If ice cream isn’t your thing, no worries—there are cafés and bakeries near the first two stops where you can treat yourself instead. A long walk, good company, and delicious local treats make this a wonderful way to enjoy the summer season.
Pets are not permitted on our walks for the comfort and safety of all walkers, thank you!
Walk Statistics:
Total Distance: 20.8 km
Estimated Finish Time: 4.5 hours
Elevation: 34 m
Difficulty: Easy
Surface: Pavement

Members Only Event at Robinson's Outdoor Store
2026-07-16 17:30 - 19:30
Where: 1307 Broad St., Victoria, BC V8W 2A8
When: Thursday, July 16, 2026, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Robinson’s Outdoor Store, a huge supporter of the Victoria Camino group, has agreed to hold a special evening for CCoP Members Only. The first event was such a success that we are doing it again! This time, we really will have sessions on footwear, packs and gear and hold a door prize raffle!
We were all so overwhelmed last time with the 80+ attendees, we were caught off guard, but this time we will be ready for whatever the night brings!
Members will get 15% off all purchases and if purchasing a pack, Robinson’s will do a custom pack fitting at a later date with full return policy to exchange a pack model etc.
This is your opportunity to become educated and outfitted by our partners at Robinson’s!
Doors open at 5:30pm.

Government House Beacon Drive-In Walk
2026-07-18 09:45 - 13:00
Meeting Point: Beacon Hill main parking, 404 Circle Dr.
Meeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/A8DtAQRwk9P3esSm7
Route Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/udg1mt9a
Come join us for a walk around the beautiful grounds of the official residence of British Columbia’s Lieutenant Governor. The estate spans 36 acres of manicured gardens, native woodlands, and historic buildings—an inviting place to explore at a relaxed pace. After completing a loop around the property, we’ll make our way to Beacon Drive‑In for a coffee, ice cream, or the snack of your choice before heading back.
Pets are not permitted on our walks for the comfort and safety of all walkers, thank you!
Walk Statistics:
Total Distance: 9.79 km
Estimated Finish Time: 2.5 hours
Elevation: 170 m
Difficulty: Easy
Surface: Pavement

St James Day Walk
2026-07-25 07:45 - 14:00 | Elk Lake, 5267 Patricia Bay Hwy, Victoria, BC, Canada
We are looking forward to our annual St. James Day Walk event. Walkers can choose to walk 10 km or 20 km. Come join us, share experiences and enjoy a picnic together after the walk. You’ll see markings for our meeting place off the main parking lot.
If you would like to walk 20 km (twice around the lakes), the meeting time is 7:45am and starts at 8am.
If you would like to walk 10 km (once around the lakes) meeting time is 9:45am at 10am.

The picnic will start about 12:00pm with everyone bringing their own food, beverages, and seating. Dessert will be provided!

Walk Statistics:
Total Distance: 10 km or 20 km
Estimated Finish Time: 2 hours or 4 hours (excluding lunch)
Elevation Change: 131m
Difficulty: Easy
Surface: Dirt trails
