Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next French Beach Provincial Park adventure.
Beachside camping with a chance to spot whales, otters, and other sea life.
Set in a forest off of a windswept 1.6-kilometre beach, French Beach Provincial Park’s shoreline and its trails attract beachcombers and those looking for a chance to stretch their legs. The area is also a popular viewing point for the 20,000 gray whales that migrate north from February to early May and then make the return trip in fall. Campers have 69 campsites available to them in the main campground, as well as a group site. Hikers will want to check out the nearby Juan de Fuca Marine Trail for day hikes, multi-day hikes, and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. French Beach Provincial Park lies within the traditional territory of the T'Sou-ke First Nation.
French Beach Provincial Park is open for camping year-round, though water will be shut off and sani-service will be unavailable outside of the regular May to October season. For the best weather, think about booking between mid-May and mid-September (though this will also be the busiest time in the park). The grey whale migration of mothers and calves from April to early May is also popular.