PACIFIC RIM NATIONAL PARK

Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, consists of three geographically seperate areas including Long Beach, the Broken Group Islands and the West Coast Trail. The Long Beach area is named for the longest of a series of beaches on Vancouver Island's west coast, the Broken Group Islands is an archipelago of over 100 islets in the Barkley Sound and the West Coast Trail is 77 km (48 miles) of difficult hiking which was originally used as a life saving trail for shipwrecked mariners battling the elements of Vancouver Island's west coast.

VACATION PROVIDERS In This Area:

Ecosummer Expeditions - Join BC�s first kayaking company on award-winning trips to the Queen Charlotte Islands, Johnstone Strait, Gulf Islands and West Coast Trail. We guarantee world-class scenery, some of the world�s finest Orca whale and bear watching plus an absolute commitment to service - in the office and in the outdoors.

Long Beach Lodge Resort - Our luxurious beachfront lodge & forest cottages are located between the spectacular pristine beauty of Pacific Rim National Park & Clayoquot Sound. First-class amenities & service in a relaxed setting make a perfect, serene retreat from everyday responsibilities.

Mills Landing Cottages & Fishing Charters - Our private oceanfront cottage resort is in Bamfield on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. This is paradise! We offer cozy oceanfront cottages and salmon & halibut fishing charters in Barkley Sound - some of the best fishing on BC's West Coast. Hike The West Coast Trail and explore Pacific Rim National Park.

Six Gill Adventure Tours - Our family owned company provides a safe, high quality, low impact outdoor experience for visitors, families, & groups. Exciting marine adventures include half-day tours in the Strait of Georgia, to a full day tour in Barkley Sound, Northern Islands and Inlets of the Strait of Georgia. Our experienced tour guides do all they can to create a lifetime memory.

Terrace Beach Resort - Jason Priestley and family invite you to their beautiful fully equipped beachfront resort in Ucluelet. Near Pacific Rim Park, Long Beach, Broken Islands, Wild Pacific Trail, & Amphitrite Point Lighthouse, there�s fishing, kayaking, hiking, cycling, & whale watching.

Weigh West - World renowned for guided charter fishing and saltwater fishing, we also provide land and sea activities including whale watching, sea kayaking, beach combing, adventure packages and more. Pacific Rim Park and Clayoquot Sound, are right on our doorstep.

Wickaninnish Inn - Near Pacific Rim National Park and Clayoquot Sound we provide panoramic ocean & beach views, fireplaces, soaker tubs, & balconies. Our spa offers the ultimate in relaxation, and there�s an oceanfront dining from our award winning culinary brigade.

Long Beach

Pacific Rim National Park Best known for its incredible beaches and rugged rocky headlands, Long Beach is a favorite for those wishing to hike the sandy trails, beachcomb, enjoy the pounding surf, the dense coastal rainforest or view an impressive array of bird and wildlife. Each spring over 20,000 grey whales migrate through the park waters. The Wickaninnish Centre is an intrepitive centre located at the water's edge and should be visited to learn about the park's marine ecology and the ocean and forest environment.

LOCATION
The park is located on the west coast of Vancouver Island and may be accessed by Highway 4 via Port Alberni.

Camping
Fully facilitated campgrounds include the Green Point Campground which is a 94 site semi-serviced camping area with fireplaces and a walk-in campground which has 53 sites and offers primitive camping facilities. There are private campgrounds in the area offering various services.

Hiking & Trails
A trail system leads the visitor to various viewpoints and other notable features.

Pacific Rim National Park Broken Group Islands

The 100+ small, rocky islands in Barkley Sound are accessible only by boat. A kayakers and canoeists paradise, this area offers protected anchorages and numerous sandy beaches. Bird and wildlife is abundant and the undersea world offers divers some of the world's best diving oppurtunities including old wrecks and a varied marine life. There are eight designated campgrounds. Visitors may stay a maximum of 14 nights on the Broken Group Islands.

West Coast Trail

This 77 km (48 mile) trail leads the visitor through the coastal rainforest of western Vancouver Island. A varied terrain and abundant wildlife species attract visitors from all over the world each year. Reservations must be made to ensure that the parks natural habitat is protected from over-use. Starting points are from Port Renfrew, Bamfield and Nitinat Lake.

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