Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary Society

The Nature Sanctuary is an accessible greenspace in urban Victoria, BC that works to protect two distinct ecosystems: a low-lying wetland around Swan Lake and a rare Garry oak meadow on the rocky summit of Christmas Hill. The Nature Sanctuary is vital for protecting threatened species and the Colquitz River watershed.

Visitors regularly come to enjoy a picnic on the Founders' Wharf, birdwatch on the floating boardwalk, collect data for iNaturalist, sit quietly or visit our gift shop!