Sandcut Beach lies about six kilometers east of Jordan River along West Coast Road. It is not marked in any way, so it can be difficult to find for a traveller who does not know exactly what to look for.
To reach Sandcut Beach, drive west from Sooke along West Coast Rd. Before Jordan River, there is a bridge that spans Sandcut Creek. Just beyond this bridge, there is a parking area on the coastal side of the road. From this parking area, a ten minute hike winds through coastal trees and down to the secluded beach.
Nature lovers will enjoy the privacy of this spot—Sandcut Beach is a portrait of isolation. A visitor might spend an entire day exploring the coast and not encounter another soul. Accordingly, wildlife enthusiasts can hope to see both eagles and river otters; they enjoy the seclusion and are common sights at the beach.
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[...] first went to Sandcut Beach last year around the same time of year and have been wanting to go back ever since. This is an very [...]
[...] Sandcut beach on the south-west of Vancouver Island has become one of my favourite beaches since discovering it last year after moving to Victoria. This is one of the most beautiful locations I have ever visited. I have made a number of trips to this beach in the past little while and hope to be able to continue to do this. Unfortunately the current owners of this property, Western Forest Products is looking to sell off 5,700 hectares along the Juan de Fuca straight near Jordan River which includes many of the popular surfing beaches as well as Sandcut beach. Right now local governments and private parties such as UBC and the land conservancy (TLC) are in negotiations to prevent the privatization and development of at least the waterfront portions of this land if not all of it. I can only hope that some kind of agreement is reached so not only Sandcut beach can be saved but this whole area which is simply stunning. [...]