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Plan a trip to Tofino, BC: beaches, surf lessons, whale watching, Hot Springs Cove, rainforest trails, where to stay and eat, and how to get here.

The best things to do in Tofino, BC: surf lessons, whale watching, Hot Springs Cove, sea kayaking, rainforest hikes and rainy-day ideas, with planning tips.

Surfing in Tofino: beginner beaches, water temperature, wetsuits, lessons at Cox Bay and Chesterman, surf events and how to plan your first surf day.

Tofino whale watching guide: grey whale and humpback seasons, tour length, boat types, what to wear and how to choose a responsible operator.

Hot Springs Cove from Tofino: boat and floatplane times, the 2 km boardwalk, park and stewardship fees, what to pack and how to plan the day.

Tofino hikes: Rainforest Trail A and B, Shorepine Bog, Nuu-chah-nulth Trail, Tonquin Trail and the 25 km ʔapsčiik t̓ašii pathway, with lengths and tips.

Kayaking in Tofino and Clayoquot Sound: guided tours, Meares Island, tides and currents, what to wear and how to paddle respectfully.

Storm watching in Tofino: when storm season peaks, the best viewing spots at Chesterman, Cox Bay and Long Beach, and how to stay safe.

Things to do in Tofino when it rains: galleries, museum, brewery and distillery tastings, spas, sheltered rainforest walks and storm watching.

Tofino beaches compared: Chesterman, Cox Bay, Long Beach, tinwis and Tonquin. Parking rates, access points, surf, family beaches and safety.

Chesterman Beach, Tofino: 2.7 km of sand, North and South access, Frank Island tombolo, parking, tides, surf lessons and nearby stays.

Cox Bay, Tofino: surf beach access, boardwalk and Maltby Road trail, pay parking, undertow safety, storm watching and beachfront stays.

Long Beach in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve: park passes and fees, day-use lots, Combers Beach, nearby rainforest trails and Green Point.

Tonquin Beach, Tofino: walk the 3 km Tonquin Trail from town, find the trailheads and parking, and catch sunset over Clayoquot Sound.

tinwis (formerly MacKenzie Beach), Tofino: calm water, access and parking, the Mobi-Mat at Hellesen Drive, the beach’s name and nearby stays.

Where to stay in Tofino: town vs Chesterman, Cox Bay and tinwis beachfront, resorts, cabins and camping, plus what to ask before booking.

Tofino camping guide: Green Point Campground sites, season and reservations, private campgrounds near town and rules for vehicle camping.

Tofino accommodation finder: filter 68 hotels, beach resorts, B&Bs, cabins and campgrounds, then check availability direct or on booking sites.

Where to eat in Tofino: dinner reservations, casual tacos and pub food, coffee shops and breweries, with addresses and dietary planning tips.

Plan your Tofino visit: when to go, where to stay, how to get here, getting around, weather, families and travelling respectfully.

How to get to Tofino from Vancouver and Victoria: BC Ferries routes, drive times, Highway 4 winter tires, flights, floatplanes and buses.

Getting around Tofino: beach pay parking rates, downtown parking season, West Coast Transit, the summer shuttle, multi-use path and park passes.

The best time to visit Tofino: summer beaches, whale season, spring and fall shoulder months, winter storm watching and what each costs in flexibility.

Tofino weather and tides: where to check forecasts, swell, road and ferry conditions, winter tire rules, ocean safety and what to pack.

Tofino in winter: storm season, what to do on wet days, winter tire rules for Highway 4, what is closed and where to stay.

Tofino with kids: calm beaches, tide pools, short rainforest loops, family stays, free youth park admission and rainy-day plans.

Visit Tofino respectfully: Tla-o-qui-aht and Ahousaht territories, wildlife distance, beach rules, parking, fires and supporting local business.

Tofino itineraries and trip ideas: three days, one full day, slower stays and seasonal swaps, built around weather and travel days.

A flexible three-day Tofino itinerary: arrival beach walk, a surf, whale or hot springs day, then rainforest trails and Long Beach.

A Ucluelet day trip from Tofino: driving time, the Wild Pacific Trail Lighthouse Loop, Amphitrite Point Lighthouse and park stops on the way.

Tofino local business directory: selected restaurants, cafés, stays, campgrounds, surf schools and tour operators with links to current details.

About Tofino BC, an independent visitor guide to Tofino and Clayoquot Sound: how we research, what we link to and what we never collect.