McDonald Campground, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve

#1 among attractions in Gulf Islands National Park Reserve

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Facts and practical information

SMONEĆTEN Campground is located in the town of Sidney on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. SMONEĆTEN Campground is 20 hectares of forested parkland and can be accessed from the Pat Bay Highway. Previously, SMONEĆTEN Campground was managed by the province of British Columbia and known as McDonald Campground. Today SMONEĆTEN Campground is a part of Gulf Islands National Park Reserve. The campground was renamed to SMONECTEN in 2021. ()

Elevation: 72 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 48°40'23"N, 123°25'32"W

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SandownGulf Islands National Park Reserve Canada

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Day trips

McDonald Campground – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sidney Museum and Archives, Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre, British Columbia Aviation Museum, Moresby Island.

2.1 miSE
Specialty museum, Museum, History museum
Sidney Museum and Archives, Sidney
53 min walk • The Sidney Museum and Archives is a non-profit community organization located in Sidney, British Columbia, Canada, which is dedicated to the history of Sidney and North Saanich. Run by the Society of Saanich Peninsula Museums, the museum promotes awareness of local heritage through exhibits, programs, and collections.
2.1 miSE
Aquarium, Park, Zoo
Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre, Sidney
55 min walk • The Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea is a not-for-profit aquarium and cultural learning centre that focuses on the ecosystem of the Salish Sea and is located in the Sidney Pier Building on the waterfront in the Vancouver Island town of Sidney, Canada, in the Greater Victoria region.
2.3 miS
Specialty museum, Museum
British Columbia Aviation Museum, Sidney
58 min walk • The British Columbia Aviation Museum is located in Sidney, British Columbia, Canada. It is on the grounds of the Victoria International Airport at 1910 Norseman Road on the east side of the airport.
6.5 miNE
Island
Moresby Island
167 min walk • One of the main attractions on Moresby Island is Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that encompasses the southern portion of the island. Visitors can explore the park's lush rainforests, towering mountains,...
4.3 miS
Park, Trail
John Dean Provincial Park
111 min walk • ȽÁU, WELṈEW̱/John Dean Provincial Park, formerly John Dean Provincial Park, is a small, densely vegetated provincial park on the Saanich Peninsula of southern Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.
1 miSE
48°39'56"N • 123°24'29"W
Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, Sidney
25 min walk • National park, Park
2.2 miN
Island
Piers Island
57 min walk • The island is surrounded by the stunning waters of the Pacific Ocean, providing breathtaking views and opportunities for water-based activities such as kayaking, boating, and fishing. Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by the diverse wildlife that calls Piers Island...
5.3 miS
Museum, History museum
Saanich Pioneer Museum
134 min walk • The Saanich Pioneer Museum is a museum dedicated to the history and settling pioneers of the Saanich Peninsula in Canada. It is located in the village of Saanichton, British Columbia.
4.4 miNE
Island
Portland Island
112 min walk • Visitors to Portland Island can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, from hiking and birdwatching to kayaking and snorkeling. The island's network of scenic trails provides stunning views of the surrounding ocean and coastline, making it a popular destination for...
2.9 miS
Locality
North Saanich
75 min walk • The District of North Saanich is located on the Saanich Peninsula of British Columbia, approximately 25 km north of Victoria on southern Vancouver Island. It is one of the 13 Greater Victoria municipalities.
2.1 miSE
48°38'58"N • 123°23'49"W
Peninsula Gallery - Canada, Sidney
54 min walk • Museum, Shopping, Art shops