Galloping Goose Regional Trail, Regional trail in Victoria, Canada

The Galloping Goose Regional Trail is a path that extends approximately 55 kilometers from Victoria to Sooke through residential areas, forests, wetlands, and rocky sections. It passes through diverse landscapes along the British Columbia coast and offers varying environments across its length.

The trail was created in 1987 on the former right-of-way of the Canadian National Railway. It was named after a gas-powered passenger car, No. 15813, that ran on the line from 1922 to 1931. In 1996 the rebuilt Selkirk Trestle and the Switch Bridge over the Trans-Canada Highway opened as connecting links.

The trail links several communities and is used by local residents who walk, cycle, or ride horses as part of their daily routine. It functions as a shared space where people from different neighborhoods naturally encounter each other.

The path has multiple entry points and parking areas along its length, so visitors can start from various locations that suit them. Public transit options and proximity to several towns make reaching different sections straightforward.

The path passes through different types of forests including Douglas-fir, Garry oak, and arbutus trees that together create distinct natural zones. Along the way, the route also connects two regional parks with lakes and hills, offering hikers additional places to explore.