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Sooke is named for the "T'Sou-ke" Indian Band, the early inhabitants of the area. The name "T'Sou-ke" was given to a species of stickleback fish that, at one time, was quite numerous in Sooke Basin.

Sooke is located on the south western tip of Vancouver Island a scenic half hour drive from BC's capital city Victoria. As a part of a temperate rainforest, the Sooke district has one of the mildest climates in Canada. This pleasant climate can be enjoyed while hiking, biking, or horseback riding on some of the local trails, or kayaking or sailing in the local waters of Sooke Basin and beyond. The area is world famous for its marine ecology. Nestled in protective waters it is a diving wonderland, and sports fishers come to enjoy the natural beauty of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Once an old railway line, the Galloping Goose Trail is now a favourite recreational trail. This scenic trails guides you through the West shore communities from Victoria to Sooke and passes through all types of classic British Columbian terrain; coniferous forests merge to streams, rivers, and lakes as you walk, cycle, or horseback ride the trail. The trail passes close to beaches, above roaring rivers, and around pristine lakes.

Activities are available year-round salt and freshwater fishing, cycling, scuba diving, hiking through old-growth forests, kayaking, beachcombing, whale and bird watching. Many coastal attractions include theatre, artisan studios, and art galleries along with festivals and tours that will delight the senses with imaginative, cultural and entertaining pleasures. This quiet community includes Sooke and East Sooke, all bordering Sooke Basin and Sooke Harbour. Both the harbour and basin are well protected from offshore winds providing excellent kayaking opportunities, sheltered boat launch ramps and charter fishing guides. Sooke Potholes are a swimmers paradise and are one of the more popular swimming spots in the capital region. This cool swimming spot is a scenic half hour drive from the city centre. Wonder along A small creek that runs under a wooden bridge then further upstream you will discover a waterfall complete with mossy rocks and shallow pools of clear water, a beautiful area to immerse yourself in the moment.