Tofino
Canada's Surf Capital
249 places47 events coming upPopulation 2,516
- Long Beach
- Chesterman Beach
- Hot Springs Cove
- Pacific Rim National Park
Tofino is at the end of Highway 4 on the outer coast, and the road in is the only road out. Long Beach and the rest of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve start about twenty minutes back down that highway, and the surf the town is known for breaks at Cox Bay and Chesterman Beach.
Places in Tofino
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Tofino Ocean Adventures
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Monday Board Game Night at the Bear Bierhaus
Tofino on the map
Open the mapLocal Insider Tips
Book accommodations well in advance, especially summer
Bring layers - coastal weather changes quickly
Try storm watching in winter for dramatic ocean views
Best Times to Visit
spring
Whale migration season and fewer crowds
summer
Perfect surfing, hiking, and beach weather
fall
Storm watching season begins, great for cozy retreats
winter
Epic storms, hot springs, and peaceful atmosphere
Signature Tofino Experiences
World-Class Surfing
Ancient Rainforest Walks
Whale Watching
Indigenous Cultural Tours
Tofino Travel Guides & Articles
In-depth guides to help you plan your visit to Tofino
Itinerary
3 Days in Tofino: A Romantic Weekend for Two
Low tide on Chesterman Beach, a boat to Hot Springs Cove, dinner at The Pointe and Wolf in the Fog, old growth on the Rainforest Trail and a sunset at Tonquin Beach.
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Storm Watching in Tofino: When to Go & Where to Stay
Tofino's storm season runs November to February. Where to watch it from, where to stay, and how to do it without getting hurt.
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Things to Do in Tofino: The Ultimate Vancouver Island Bucket List
What there is to do in Tofino, most of it within half an hour of the village: the surf, the sound, the trails and the beaches.
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