Matheson Lake is a very relaxing place to be. There are walks around the lake, and at the eastern end is a small sandy beach. This panorama of Matheson Lake was taken from the beach and looks down the length of the lake. In the middle is an island, which does not show up well in this panoramic image, but can bee seen on the satellite view of the Google map. A couple were inflating a canoe while I was here.

Beach at Matheson Lake - Greater Victoria visitor guide showing a virtual tour of 'Beach at Matheson Lake' linked to an interactive map with local and travel information. 360° panoramas from Vancouver Island.

Matheson Lake is in Matheson Lake Regional Park in Metchosin. The park covers some 162 hectares and the lake is popular for fishing and swimming. The lake rests at the foot of Mount Matheson in heavy woods. A 3km trail, the Matheson Trail, encircles the lake providing a relaxing environment for walks. Matheson Lake is close to Pedder Bay Marina and the town of Sooke.

Matheson Lake Regional Park is 16 miles (26 km) southwest of Victoria. The park is accessed via Matheson Lake Park Road, off West Coast Highway 14.