Pacific Rim Beaches

Welcome to Pacific Rim Beaches, where Vancouver Island’s rugged coastline meets the raw power of the Pacific Ocean. Nestled within the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve near Tofino and Ucluelet, these iconic shores, Long Beach, South Beach, Schooner Cove, Combers Beach, and Wickaninnish Beach, offer breathtaking natural beauty and endless adventure. Whether you're surfing the waves of Long Beach, exploring tide pools at South Beach, or hiking to Schooner Cove, Pacific Rim Beaches promise an unforgettable coastal escape.
Tofino and Ucluelet, perched on the wild edge of Vancouver Island, are home to some of the most iconic and spiritually resonant Pacific Rim National Park Beaches. Known for their dramatic surf, endless horizons, and lush coastal rainforest, these shores are where land, ocean, and sky come together with breathtaking intensity. Long Beach Pacific Rim National Park stretches for over 16 kilometers, a windswept expanse of sand where surfers ride waves year-round, and visitors walk for hours under moody skies or golden light. It’s a place of power and renewal, where the ocean is always in motion, and every visit feels a little different.

Featured Beaches

Discover the unique charm of Pacific Rim Beaches within the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve:
• Long Beach: The crown jewel of Pacific Rim Beaches, Long Beach Pacific Rim spans over 16 kilometers in the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve Long Beach Unit. Famous for surfing and vast sands, it’s a top pick for families and adventurers. 
• South Beach: A hidden gem in the Pacific Rim National Park Beaches, South Beach Pacific Rim National Park dazzles with dramatic rock formations and tide pools. 
• Schooner Cove: Reached via a scenic rainforest trail, Schooner Cove offers secluded sands and calm waters within Pacific Rim Beaches. Perfect for relaxation and wildlife spotting.
• Combers Beach: Known as Combers Beach Pacific Rim , this serene retreat captivates with views of Sea Lion Rock and abundant birdlife in the Pacific Rim National Park Beaches.
• Wickaninnish Beach: A standout among Pacific Rim Beaches, Wickaninnish Beach Vancouver Island shines with wild surf and golden sands, ideal for surfing and storm watching.

Activities and Attractions

Pacific Rim Beaches are a paradise for adventure seekers:

• Surfing: Ride the waves at Long Beach Pacific Rim National Park Surfing (high intent from keyword data) or Wickaninnish Beach. Beginners can join lessons at Pacific Rim National Park Long Beach Surfing Lessons.
• Hiking: Explore trails like the South Beach Trail Pacific Rim or the path to Schooner Cove, immersing you in the lush beauty of Pacific Rim National Park Beaches.
• Wildlife Viewing: Spot sea lions and eagles at Combers Beach Pacific Rim or whales near Long Beach Pacific Rim National Park.
• Storm Watching: Winter transforms Wickaninnish Beach Vancouver Island into a dramatic spectacle—a must-do at Pacific Rim Beaches.

Getting There

Accessing Pacific Rim Beaches is straightforward. From Vancouver, take a ferry to Nanaimo, then drive 2.5 hours west on Pacific Rim Highway to Tofino and Ucluelet. Parking is available at Long Beach Pacific Rim National Park and Wickaninnish Beach.
No car? Shuttles connect to the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve Long Beach Unit Ucluelet BC.

Plan Your Visit

Stay near Pacific Rim Beaches with top accommodations:

•Long Beach Lodge Resort: Located at 1441 Pacific Rim Highway Tofino, this oceanfront luxury spot is steps from Long Beach Pacific Rim book here.
•Pacific Sands Beach Resort: On Pacific Rim Highway Tofino BC, it’s family-friendly and close to Pacific Rim National Park Beaches details here.
•Camping: Long Beach Campground Pacific Rim offers vehicle and walk-in sites—check Pacific Rim Long Beach Campground Cost for rates.
Enjoy Tofino’s seafood or Ucluelet’s cozy cafes after a day at the beaches.

Best Time to Visit

Plan your Pacific Rim Beaches trip by season:

•Summer (June–August): Warm and calm—perfect for Long Beach Pacific Rim National Park Surfing and hiking.
•Spring (March–May): Quiet with wildflowers—ideal for Schooner Cove.
•Fall (September–November): Crisp and peaceful for Combers Beach Pacific Rim.
•Winter (December–February): Storm watching at Wickaninnish Beach Vancouver Island shines.

Cultural and Environmental Respect

Pacific Rim Beaches lie within the unceded territories of the Tla-o-qui-aht and Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ First Nations. Their stewardship is vital to the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve Long Beach Unit. Honor these lands by packing out waste and joining Indigenous-led tours.