Things to do in Long Beach

Activities, attractions and tours

Long Beach which includes surfing, rocky coastline and general coastal views
Long Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views
Long Beach which includes island images, cycling and a sandy beach
Long Beach featuring a beach and surfing as well as a small group of people
Long Beach showing a sandy beach

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1. 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 featuring rugged coastline and general coastal views

2. Ucluelet Big Beach

Thrill to a day of fun, adventure and excitement at Big Beach. The popular beach park is situated in large bay and is flanked by cliffs and rocky outcrops. Relax under the sun, hike through a forest and across cliffs and go wildlife spotting.
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Ucluelet Big Beach featuring a house and a luxury hotel or resort

3. 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 forest scenes and hiking or walking as well as an individual female

4. Rainforest Trail

Walk the Rainforest Trail in the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve and you’re sure to fall in love with the forest. The route winds through enchanting habitats that almost seem intentionally designed to promote peaceful reflection.
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Rainforest Trail showing a bridge and forests

5. Schooner Cove Trailhead

The Schooner Cove Trailhead leads through untouched countryside, but the boardwalks and stairs along the way make it accessible to hikers of all ages and fitness levels. However. it’s not suitable for wheelchairs. Catch glimpses of the ocean between the trunks of monster trees and listen as the forest sounds mingle with the rolling of the waves. Finally, emerge into sheltered Schooner Cove itself.
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Schooner Cove Trailhead showing forest scenes and a bridge

What to do in Long Beach

Popular places to visit

Wickaninnish Beach

Wickaninnish Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Wickaninnish Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Long Beach. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Wickaninnish Beach
Schooner Cove

Schooner Cove

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Schooner Cove might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Long Beach. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Schooner Cove
Rainforest Trail showing a bridge and forests

Rainforest Trail

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Journey through lush foliage dense with colossal trees as you discover why this is one of the best-loved hiking trails near Ucluelet.

Rainforest Trail
Schooner Cove Trailhead showing forest scenes and a bridge

Schooner Cove Trailhead

Walk this boardwalk trail, which weaves through verdant rainforest, and be rewarded with access to a picturesque and secluded beach.

Schooner Cove Trailhead

Wickaninnish Interpretive Center

4/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Wickaninnish Interpretive Center during your travels in Long Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the hiking trails.

Wickaninnish Interpretive Center

Spruce Fringe Trail

Explore the lovely green spaces of Spruce Fringe Trail and enjoy the hiking trails in Long Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Spruce Fringe Trail

 

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Ucluelet featuring a bay or harbour, mountains and a sunset

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