Sugarloaf/Townsend Hill loop hike - Sunday AM

Hello hikers,

Come join us for an approximately 6-8 km morning hike at Sugarloaf and Townsend Hill. Meet at the first entrance to Sooke Hills - off Sooke Rd. before Cutter Industries. Please arrive a few minutes early. *If anyone would like to carpool or needs a ride, message me or put a note on the event board - I can stop by the Colwood Park and Ride near JDF Rec Centre on the way*.
We will be mostly in the forest but it could be warm and dry, so bring lots of water. Elevation gain is around 325m. We will be out for around 3 hours (return time is approximate). This is moderate-paced hike with steep, rooty, and rocky sections - including some potentially scrambly sections. Please wear sturdy shoes or hiking boots.
Bring snacks and water.
*If you are a regular Weds night hiker, keep in mind that this hike will be harder than the average Weds night!
If it's your first hike with us, please read all the information below.
Drop in fee is $2. Membership fee for 2026 is $30 and can be sent as an e-transfer to victoriaoutdoorclub@gmail.com.
Anyone who hasn't already needs to read and sign the club waiver once yearly. I will have copies on hand at the event!)
*IF you are not able to come, reservations close at midnight the night before the hike.
*Please make sure you have your meetup profile set up with our club before attending an event. We use the meetup profiles to keep track of who has signed their waiver for 2026.

*IF you would like to bring a dog on the hike, they MUST be on leash - this is an on-leash area due to frequent sightings of bears/cougars in Sooke hills (I'll be leaving my small dog home for this one). *There is one area descending Sugarloaf that could be difficult for some dogs. Please post in event comments if you are bringing a dog.