Beaches in Tofino

Famous as the longest stretch of pristine beaches on Vancouver Island, this spectacular beach attracts surfers and vacationers from all over the world. There are two that beaches that connect onto Long Beach; Greenpoint and Combers. When the tides low, you can hike between beaches and catch the Link Shuttle service back to your car.

Long Beach contains recreational facilities, including one campground, short hiking trails, picnic areas, scenic roadways, the Wickaninnish Interpretive Centre and Green Point Theatre. Popular activities in the park include beach-combing, sea kayaking, scuba diving, whale and bird watching, boating, and fishing. Visitors can also participate in a full range of interpretive programs.

Located at the south end of Long Beach, this beach offers trails and viewpoints of storm waves from a safe distance. The Wickaninnish Centre is a remarkable interpretive centre with exhibits and movies exploring the natural and cultural history of the Pacific Rim – including murals of ocean life and whale bones are on display and restaurant on site. Open mid March to mid October and is wheelchair accessible.

Long stretch of scenic beach at the North end of Long Beach.

This scenic beach is ideal for long walks, but be aware of the rising tides.

The Park Information Centre is located on Highway 4, just inside the park's southern boundary. The Park Information Centre offers information on all three units of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve.

Ucluelet, British Columbia

Telephone: (250) 726-7721
www.pc.gc.ca/pacrim