Relax under the sun and stars on a private waterfront deck, or retreat inside by the fireplace to read or watch movies on Superchannel. Sooke is about a 40-minute drive from downtown Victoria. Sooke's main attraction is the great outdoors. Sun, sea and scenery for every person. Map Sooke enjoys one of the best climates on the West Coast of Vancouver Island.
Summers are warm and dry with winter being the season of rain and occasional snow.
The traditional industries have been logging and fishing, but tourism has become an increasing factor in the area's economy. There are whale watching and fishing charters available along the way to Sooke as well as right in Sooke. There are cottage industries and light manufacturing in the area as well. The selection of restaurants, retail stores and accommodation is quite good throughout the Sooke and Port Renfrew area. Sooke is home to the world famous Sooke Harbour House which has catered to heads of state and corporate VIPs from around the world.