West Coast Trail, Tofino

OutsideMay 4

You don’t need to be on a honeymoon to copy this dreamy outdoor itinerary complete with backcountry hot springs and Canada’s best surfing.

famous backpacking route

13 things in this story

Pacific Rim National ParkSightold-growth, temperate rainforests and wide, sandy beaches
West Coast TrailTrailfamous backpacking route
Long Beach Lodge ResortHotelprivate rainforest cottages with outdoor hot tubs
Rhino Coffee HouseCaféfavorite coffee spot
Clayoquot SoundSightfloating sauna experience
Surf SisterAttractionwomen-owned company teaching surfing
Rainforest Trail LoopTrailmile-long maintained trail
Hot Springs CoveSightremote hot springs on the edge of the peninsula
Alteo AirPlacefloat plane service
Jamie’s Whaling StationPlaceoffers whale watching tours
Vancouver International AirportSight
Moss & Stone ResortHotel
Pacific Rim HighwayTrail

West Coast Trail