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Visit
Ucluelet … on the west coast of Vancouver
Island … and live life to the edge. Ucluelet is located
288 kilometres (179 miles) northwest of the British Columbia
provincial capital, Victoria, on the magnificent outer West
Coast of Vancouver Island. From Ucluelet you’ll have
easy access to some of British Columbia’s most spectacular
areas including Long Beach,
Pacific Rim National Park,
Barkley Sound,
and the Broken Group Islands.
The Ucluelet area offers extraordinary opportunities for outdoor
adventure and recreational activities. Located beside Long
Beach in BC’s Pacific Rim National Park, people come
to Ucluelet for surfing, hiking, kayaking, fishing, diving,
camping, whale and bear watching, beachcombing and storm watching.
The Wild Pacific Trail
is also becoming the focus of many Ucluelet vacations, with
its unique shoreline trails and ocean vistas. The Broken Group
Islands are a popular boating and kayaking destination, and
the West Coast Trail to the south is world renowned for hiking.
Of course the town of Ucluelet itself offers spas, shops and
galleries, as well as a waterfront promenade along the inner
side of the Ucluth Peninsula.
Looking for a great place relax during your stay at Ucluelet?
The area offers a wide choice of options from campgrounds
and resorts … quaint and cozy bed and breakfasts …
cabins and luxury resorts … and much more. The dining
in Ucluelet, on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, offers
something for everyone as well, from causal to gourmet. From
gourmet hot dogs to fine dining at one of the area’s
luxury resorts, you’ll find something to satisfy your
culinary desires and budget in Ucluelet.
Long Beach, nearby Ucluelet on Vancouver Island’s west
coast, offers 16km of sandy beach and is the region’s
most famous … and many of Ucluelet’s beaches offer
you incredible vistas of ocean, forest and islands. The Ucluelet
area is surrounded by spectacular hiking opportunities, including
the Wild Pacific Trail, Pacific Rim National Reserve, and
the West Coast Trail. Nothing is more exhilarating than Storm
Watching during the fury of the wind, rain and waves of a
winter storm in Ucluelet. Witness the ferocity from the warmth
and coziness of a Bed and Breakfast or a resort, go outside
and meet Mother Nature head on along the Wild Pacific Trail,
or if you are a little more daring take a boat tour out on
the water where the waves will give you a wild ride.
And there’s a lot more to see and do in Ucluelet! Pacific
Rim National Park is the place to surf in Canada as the long,
open shoreline with rolling swells makes it a perfect year-round
spot for those who love to ride the waves. The waters are
excellent for salmon fishing and
saltwater sportfishing around Ucluelet, with
five species of salmon, including Coho and Chinook, along
with halibut and ling cod. There are also Cutthroat trout
in the streams around the area. There are also many opportunities
to experience the breathtaking natural beauty and wildlife
of the Ucluelet area. A walk along the beach or trails in
the region offers a great view of rugged west coast nature,
and many companies offer whale watching, bear watching and
wildlife viewing tours. The area of Ucluelet, Long Beach and
the Pacific Rim National Park will provide unforgettable opportunities
for you to see humpback whales, orcas, sea otters, sea lions,
eagles, birds, and bears in comfort and safety.
The Arts and Culture are also alive and well in Ucluelet with
many unique galleries, jewelry stores, and boutiques. Whether
you’re looking for groceries for your stay in Ucluelet
cabins or campgrounds, gifts, clothing, artwork, books, camping
supplies or bicycles, you’ll also find a selection of
shops in Ucluelet to meet all of your needs. Treat yourself
to a trip to the spa and rejuvenate through a well-deserved
massage, pedicure, manicure, or facial. Let the comforting
service and the natural tranquility of the west coast restore
your mind, body and spirit.
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it’s stunning scenery, interesting events and activities,
and a rich cultural history, Ucluelet is growing as a
major tourist destination … and with a location on
a peninsula surrounded by water, the marine influence
permeates Ucluelet from the climate … to events such
as the Pacific Rim Whale Festival
… and the design of buildings which are uniquely
West Coast Vancouver Island. |
Tourism Ucluelet
Vancouver
Island, BC, Canada
Visit
our full website for Tourism Ucluelet at: http://www.ucluelet.travel
Tourism Ucluelet contact: (250) 726-2485
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