Things to do in Tofino

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1. Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

The Pacific Rim National Park Reserve is a natural and cultural wonder with rainforests, beaches and history. It is the main attraction on Vancouver Island, offering something for every type of traveler, from campers and sunbathers to history buffs. Camp and hike in the park, which stretches across more than 123,000 acres (50,000 hectares) of picturesque landscape and ocean.
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Pacific Rim National Park Reserve which includes hiking or walking and forests as well as an individual female

2. Chesterman Beach

Grab a board and tackle the gentle breakers at Chesterman Beach or sit back and look on as rookies and experts surf the waves together. The 1.7-mile (2.7-kilometer) white sandy expanse is a popular place for learning how to surf. It's also where you can walk to an island, see migrating whales and explore tidal pools for marine life.
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Chesterman Beach showing rugged coastline and general coastal views

3. Mackenzie Beach

Visitors flock to Mackenzie Beach to enjoy its calm waters and family ambiance. The Vancouver Island strip of sand is particularly popular because it is close to the town of Tofino and is protected from high winds by rock formations. Its calm waves create a family atmosphere, since more adventurous swimmers and surfers make their way to tougher waters farther south.
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Mackenzie Beach featuring surfing, a beach and mist or fog

4. Tofino Botanical Gardens

Walk among the trees of a temperate rainforest, explore gardens filled with native plants and spot wildlife by the pond when you visit Tofino Botanical Gardens. The 12-acre (5-hectare) site is tucked away on the western coast of Vancouver Island. Its collections include plants from Chile and Japan and art installations.
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Tofino Botanical Gardens which includes a garden and a pond

5. Radar Hill

Once a vital part of the country's defenses during war time, Radar Hill is now a vantage point from which to enjoy superb views of Clayoquot Sound. Walk to the summit to look down on forests, waterways and lush green islands.
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Radar Hill featuring landscape views and forest scenes

6. Tonquin Park

Tonquin Park is comprised of a leafy tract of preserved rainforest, which leads from the edge of Tofino to the sandy shores of Clayoquot Sound. Explore the walking trails that wind through the forest reserve and find scenic boardwalks and two sheltered beaches. Admire views of a magnificent ocean panorama dotted with islands.
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Tonquin Park showing general coastal views and rugged coastline

Popular places to visit

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Chesterman Beach

5/5(4 reviews)

Unwind on soft white sands and ride the waves at a picturesque beach where many people learn how to surf.

Chesterman Beach
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Cox Bay Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cox Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Tofino. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the surfing spots.

Cox Bay Beach
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Mackenzie Beach

5/5(3 reviews)

The calm waters of this beach near Tofino make it an ideal spot for families to take a break from city life and go for a swim.

Mackenzie Beach
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Tofino Botanical Gardens

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Venture into a coastal rainforest, stroll along waterside trails and study native and foreign plants at these beautiful botanical gardens.

Tofino Botanical Gardens
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Radar Hill

4/5(2 reviews)

Rise high above the trees to enjoy fabulous views over the beaches and cliffs of the west coast of Vancouver Island.

Radar Hill
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Tonquin Park

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Via a network of walking trails, make your way through verdant old-growth forest to gentle waters and a wide sandy beach on the Pacific Coast.

Tonquin Park
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Long Beach Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Tofino at Long Beach Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Long Beach Golf Course
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Meares Island

5/5(1 review)

You can take time to visit Meares Island during your travels to Tofino. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Meares Island
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Frank Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Frank Island during your travels in Tofino. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Frank Island

Areas of Tofino

Tonquin Park which includes general coastal views and rocky coastline

Tonquin Beach

If you're spending some time in Tonquin Beach, Tonquin Park and Tofino Art Glass are top sights worth seeing.

Tonquin Beach