Just 17 kilometers from downtown Victoria, Goldstream Provincial Park lies amid the splendour of an old-growth temperate rain forest. There you can see a world class salmon-spawning stream with thousands of Chum salmon returning between October and December. During this amazing time of year you can visit the park and the always-changing Visitor Centre. The salmon run starts in mid-October and lasts until early December when huge numbers of bald eagles arrive to feast on the remains until early February. Admission complimentary. Tour and transportation options available. www.goldstreampark.com