Parks

Washroom Closures
Trail Closure in Moor Park due to Gabo Creek restoration project daily from 7am to 4:30pm until August 15. See map for alternative route.
Bike trail closure at Mann Ave. See map for alternative route.
Prospect Lake Park Tennis Courts closed from August 15-August 30.
Beckwith Park splash pad open daily from 10am - 7pm through mid-October, weather dependent.
Rutledge Park splash pad: daily from 10am - 7pm through mid-October, weather dependent. QUICK TIP: If the water stops, turn the wheel to restart the cycle.
The Viewmont Tennis Courts are being replaced. New courts will be ready for play end of summer.
New boardwalk coming soon to a section of Douglas Trail at PKOLS (Mount Douglas Park).
Churchill Dr to PKOLS (Mount Douglas Park) summit closed all long weekends and statutory holidays.
View updated plans to address pickleball and tennis needs in outdoor parks.
H5N1 Avian Influenza and the Feeding of Wild Ducks in Saanich Parks.
Spear grass FAQs [PDF - 170 KB] - what pet owners need to know.

Please enjoy our parks and trails while providing personal space to other park guests and respecting peoples' personal choices.
Host an event outdoors in a park: obtain a valid permit for use of any sports field or priority use of picnic tables.
If you pack it in, pack it out! Anything you bring to a park should go home with you. Please never leave trash, food containers, animal waste or other items.