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FIRE BAN – Is there a fire ban at the campground?
Fires are allowed in the designated fire pits. Firewood may not be collected from the campground or woods.
Fires are allowed in the designated fire pits. Firewood may not be collected from the campground or woods.
OPEN AND CLOSE DATES – What are your opening and closing dates for the 2011 season?
The campground will be open May 20 – September 5, 2011.
The campground will be open May 20 – September 5, 2011.
AGE – What is the minimum age to camp?
You must be 19 years of age in order to stay at the Campground. Any one under the age of 19 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian (25 years of age or older). ID will be checked at the gate.
You must be 19 years of age in order to stay at the Campground. Any one under the age of 19 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian (25 years of age or older). ID will be checked at the gate.
RESERVATIONS – How far in advance do I need to make a reservation?
Our reservation system closes at midnight 3 days in advance. For example, Friday arrivals must be booked by Tuesday midnight. On long weekends Sunday reservations will be closed 4 days in advance.
Our reservation system closes at midnight 3 days in advance. For example, Friday arrivals must be booked by Tuesday midnight. On long weekends Sunday reservations will be closed 4 days in advance.
RESERVATIONS – How do I reserve a camp site?
Reservations can be made online starting mid April by clicking the ‘Book a Tent Site’ or ‘Book an RV Site’ on the Sooke Potholes Campground Web page. You may also choose to make a telephone reservation by calling
250 383 4627 (Victoria) or toll free 1 888 738 0533 Mon-Fri 9:00AM to 5:00PM.
Reservations can be made online starting mid April by clicking the ‘Book a Tent Site’ or ‘Book an RV Site’ on the Sooke Potholes Campground Web page. You may also choose to make a telephone reservation by calling
250 383 4627 (Victoria) or toll free 1 888 738 0533 Mon-Fri 9:00AM to 5:00PM.
RESERVATIONS – Can I pick my site number with a reservation?
No. A reservation guaratees that there will be a site available for you. The office has no way of knowing which sites are available at the campground and cannot entertain requests for specific sites, areas or proximity to other sites. The campground is run on a first come, first served basis for site selection.
No. A reservation guaratees that there will be a site available for you. The office has no way of knowing which sites are available at the campground and cannot entertain requests for specific sites, areas or proximity to other sites. The campground is run on a first come, first served basis for site selection.
ARRIVAL TIME – How early may I arrive to pick my site?
Arriving guests are allowed access to the campground after 1:00pm. This is to allow our guests departing time to leave the campground. You will not be allowed access to campground sooner than 1:00pm.
Arriving guests are allowed access to the campground after 1:00pm. This is to allow our guests departing time to leave the campground. You will not be allowed access to campground sooner than 1:00pm.
NOISE – Do you have a noise policy?
Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. It is our mandate to offer a safe environment for families and to promote the QUIET ENJOYMENT of the Potholes. If you or individuals within your group do not adhere to our posted quiet hours you will be asked to leave.
Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. It is our mandate to offer a safe environment for families and to promote the QUIET ENJOYMENT of the Potholes. If you or individuals within your group do not adhere to our posted quiet hours you will be asked to leave.
CANCELLATIONS – What is your cancellation policy?
NO REFUNDS FOR BOOKINGS OVER LONG WEEKENDS
14 days before stay: Full Refund less the $7.35 Reservation Fee.
NO REFUNDS FOR BOOKINGS OVER LONG WEEKENDS
14 days before stay: Full Refund less the $7.35 Reservation Fee.
13 to 5 days before stay: Refund less a $20.00 Cancellation and the $7.35 Reservation Fee.
Less than 5 days: NO REFUND
Less than 5 days: NO REFUND
GATE HOURS – What time do your gates open/close?
Gates Open @ 8:00 AM (and no sooner)
Gates Close @ 9:00 PM (SHARP!)
Check out time is @ 11:00 AM
Gates Open @ 8:00 AM (and no sooner)
Gates Close @ 9:00 PM (SHARP!)
Check out time is @ 11:00 AM
Check in time is @ 1:00 PM
WATER – Can I drink the water?
Yes, our water is safe to drink. It is tested frequently by Vancouver Island Health Authority.
Yes, our water is safe to drink. It is tested frequently by Vancouver Island Health Authority.
VISITORS – Can guests visit my campsite during the day?
Guests may visit campers. One car maximum. Guests must depart by 8pm. A $20 refundable security deposit is taken at our gate, the car licence plate number is taken, and your guests receive a parking pass. Again, guests must depart by 8pm. Please note, only two vehicles are allowed in each campsite. Extra vehicles must park in pay parking lots.
Guests may visit campers. One car maximum. Guests must depart by 8pm. A $20 refundable security deposit is taken at our gate, the car licence plate number is taken, and your guests receive a parking pass. Again, guests must depart by 8pm. Please note, only two vehicles are allowed in each campsite. Extra vehicles must park in pay parking lots.
LIMITS – How many people are allowed to camp per site?
Tenting sites are limited to 4 people maximum. RV sites are allowed up to 6.
Tenting sites are limited to 4 people maximum. RV sites are allowed up to 6.
FIREWOOD – Do you sell firewood?
Firewood is available to purchase at $6.00/bundle. Please note that fire bans can happen during the summer at the discretion of the local Fire Department. Please do not burn garbage, plastics or anything that isn’t firewood in your campfire.
Firewood is available to purchase at $6.00/bundle. Please note that fire bans can happen during the summer at the discretion of the local Fire Department. Please do not burn garbage, plastics or anything that isn’t firewood in your campfire.
LIMITS – Do you have group rates?
Tenting and RV campsites are booked on an individual basis. Please understand that during our busy summer season there is no guarantee of side by side sites.
Tenting and RV campsites are booked on an individual basis. Please understand that during our busy summer season there is no guarantee of side by side sites.
LIMITS – What is the maximum length allowed for RV’s?
26 feet. If your vehicle is larger – you will not be able to navigate our campground ring road.
26 feet. If your vehicle is larger – you will not be able to navigate our campground ring road.
DAY USE – Is there Day Use Parking at the Campground?
Day Use Parking is not available at the Campground. Access to the campground is granted only to registered campers and their guests. There are however three day use parking lots within the Sooke Potholes Regional Park. The two top lots are operated by CRD Parks and cost $2.00/day. The lower lot is operated by BC Parks and costs $3.00/day. Cars must vacate these parking lots before the gates close at 9PM.
Day Use Parking is not available at the Campground. Access to the campground is granted only to registered campers and their guests. There are however three day use parking lots within the Sooke Potholes Regional Park. The two top lots are operated by CRD Parks and cost $2.00/day. The lower lot is operated by BC Parks and costs $3.00/day. Cars must vacate these parking lots before the gates close at 9PM.
FACILITIES – Do you have a Sani-Station for my RV?
We do not have sani-station/dump facilities. The nearest sani-station location is about 10km away at the Sooke River Flats Campsite. The cost for a non-registered sani-dump there is $5.00. The nearest facilities in a provincial park are located at French Beach Park or Goldstream Park.
We do not have sani-station/dump facilities. The nearest sani-station location is about 10km away at the Sooke River Flats Campsite. The cost for a non-registered sani-dump there is $5.00. The nearest facilities in a provincial park are located at French Beach Park or Goldstream Park.
PETS – Can I bring my pet?
Domesticated animals are allowed in the campground but not allowed on the beaches or near park buildings. Pets must be kept on a leash at all times and must be cleaned up after.
Domesticated animals are allowed in the campground but not allowed on the beaches or near park buildings. Pets must be kept on a leash at all times and must be cleaned up after.
Further Questions?
Contact Us:
Contact Us:
E-mail address: enterprises@conservancy.bc.ca.
Phone: (250) 383-4627 or 1-888-738-0533
