Top 10 Hiking Trails in Tofino, Vancouver Island

April 18, 2022 Augustus Redeker

It's true: you can surf in Canada. And Tofino, on the west coast of Vancouver Island, is where you'll find exceptional surfing, Canadian-style. Busiest in summer, Tofino also fills up in winter when storm watchers descend upon this tiny town. Stay at an upscale inn and enjoy the town that affectionately calls itself The Tree Loving Capital of the World.
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1. Pacific Rim National Park

Tofino, British Columbia V0R 3A0 Canada +1 250-726-3500 [email protected] http://pc.gc.ca/pacificrim
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5.0 based on 1,337 reviews

Pacific Rim National Park

Unique park composed of three sections - Long Beach, the West Coast Trail and the Broken Group of Islands - that feature sandy beaches, island archipelagos, temperate rainforests and important archaeological sites.

Reviewed By EkMusafir - Pune, India

The Pacific Rim National Park Reserve consists of 3 units stretching from Tofino, the northern end, to Port Renfrew at the southern end, on Vancouver Island. These 3 units are: 1) The Long Beach Unit located between the beach towns of Tofino and Ucluelet, 2) The Broken Group Islands located in Barkley Sound and accessible only by boat, and 3) The West Coast Trail stretching for 75 km from Pachena Bay to Port Renfrew. Only experienced trekkers should attempt this trail. We got to explore the Broken Group of Islands when we joined one of the Whale Watching tour operators in Ucluelet. We were taken across the small islands in Barkley Sound, towards the south-east of Ucluelet, and saw the spectacular views of these islands covered by a small forest of trees, and rocks with a lot of kelp floating around. Finally the captain of the motorised boat spotted a humpback whale which we followed for quite a while as it kept spouting and breaking the surface of the water every few minutes. We even saw a group of grunting and squabbling sea lions on a rocky island, a sea otter floating on it’s back in the water, and some sea eagles perched up on tall trees of some of the islands. Likewise, a walk along the Long Beach near Tofino and along the West Coast Trail must be as mesmerizing for the incredible coastline scenery with the temperate rain-forests of the islands meeting the ever turbulent waters of the Pacific Ocean. Keep your eyes open to spot some of the wonderful aquatic and terrestrial fauna like whales, orcas, dolphins, wolves, bears, cougars, and myriads of smaller creatures along the shore.

2. Walk the Wild Side Trail

Ahousaht, Tofino, British Columbia V0R 1A0 Canada +1 250-670-6803 [email protected] http://www.wildsidetrail.com
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5.0 based on 50 reviews

Walk the Wild Side Trail

Walk the Wild Side is a 11km hike historically used by the Ahousaht people. Visitors now have the opportunity to experience the culture of the trail while hiking along forest boardwalk and 8 gorgeous beaches. Used by the Ahousaht people for thousands of years, Walk the Wild Side Trail is an 11km escape into the remote wilderness of Clayoquot Sound. First restored in the early 1990’s, Walk the Wild Side Trail has developed into must-see ecotourism destination for those visiting Tofino and Ucluelet. Take a tour through the Maaqtusiis reserve and then head out on to the trail with your Ahousaht Heritage Trail guidebook for the ultimate cultural experience!

3. South Beach Trail

Tofino, British Columbia Canada http://www.tofinohiking.com/hikes/south-beach-trail/
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

South Beach Trail

4. Rainforest Trail

2040 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino, British Columbia V0R 2Z0 Canada +1 250-726-3500 [email protected] http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/pn-np/bc/pacificrim/index.aspx
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4.5 based on 891 reviews

Rainforest Trail

Rainforest Trail has two routes, A & B, both of which fully engulf you in the temperate rainforest full of gigantic western red cedars and western hemlocks. Sparking a sensation of zen, you will be overcome with the nostalgia of your childhood memories, ready to make more. Scan the upper canopy for birds, listen to the trickle of water and smell the life of this highly productive forest. Trail A is located on the opposite side of the highway from the parking lot. Trail B starts from the parking lot.

Reviewed By karinl357 - Vancouver, Canada

great walk - the red cedar boardwalk that takes you on the 1KM loop is in great shape and well taken care of. we did both loops A&B both were spectacular. Lots of signs and information along the way. was not expecting to pay to use, but they are definitely using the monies received to keep the boardwalk in good shape. lots of boards had been replaced. overall an easy walk - some stairs

5. Bog Trail

Tofino, British Columbia Canada http://www.tofinohiking.com/hikes/bog-trail/
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Bog Trail

6. Lone Cone Hike

Tofino, British Columbia Canada http://tofinohiatus.com/adventure-hiking/lone-cone-mountain.html
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4.5 based on 57 reviews

Lone Cone Hike

7. The Big Tree Trail

Meares Island, Tofino, British Columbia Canada
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4.5 based on 67 reviews

The Big Tree Trail

Reviewed By 2096nikm

This feast for the senses is said to be 25 minutes to the end of the boardwalk. The boardwalk is rough hewn logs, and on the day we were there it was wet and slippery. We had hiking boots so it was manageable. A person in another group was wearing flip flops and didn't get very far. Combined with the amazing rainforest and trees and photo ops, we took 50 min to get to the end and ended up over 2 hours on the island without doing the whole loop trail (stopped to sketch and meditate). Wear good shoes and give yourself time to appreciate the sights, sounds, and smells.

8. Canso Plane Crash Hike

Radar Hill And Walk South Along The Highway To The 15Th Telephone Pole, Tofino, British Columbia Canada
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4.0 based on 3 reviews

Canso Plane Crash Hike

9. Nuu Chah Nulth Trail

Tofino, British Columbia Canada
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

10. Spruce Fringe Trail

Pacific Rim National Park, Tofino, British Columbia Canada
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4.0 based on 2 reviews

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