Overview

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Sweet Stays on Vancouver Island: A West Coast Getaway in Ucluelet

Water's Edge Shoreside Suites has 360-degree coastal views and is on a protected harbour.

Six Things to Know About Vancouver Island’s Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

Interpreter Bram Dams shares his love for Canada's national parks. Plus, three more national parks to explore in Saskatchewan, British Columbia and Newfoundland.

Things to Do On Vancouver Island This Spring

If you’re making your way to Vancouver Island this April or May, visit gardens near Victoria filled with cherry blossoms, attend “boat-to-table” food events during Feast Tofino and go salmon fishing off Port Hardy.

Where to Go Winter Camping in Canada

Winter camping in Canada comes with its challenges. But enjoying the crisp fresh air on an oTENTik adventure in Quebec’s La Mauricie National Park or getting cozy in a sleeping bag in British Columbia's rugged Strathcona Provincial Park makes it all worth it.

How to Spend Three Days in Tofino

Old-growth forests, mountainous islands and vast stretches of wave-worn coastline—Tofino is a place where wild, untamed beauty is evident at every turn. During storm-watching season (November to March), watch the waves roll in, warm up by the fire at the Wickaninnish Inn and fuel up for your adventures with fresh West Coast cuisine.

An Insider’s Guide to Vancouver Island

If you could shape a piece of clay into your ideal destination, it might look a lot like Vancouver Island: sandy beaches that feel subtropical; valleys where flowers bloom and spring seems eternal; widely acclaimed artists, musicians and festivals that could fill weeks with mind-expanding experiences; and farm-fresh produce, artisan cheeses, local wines and handcrafted spirits in overwhelming abundance.

What To Do In Ucluelet

Photo by Mike Fisher

The small fishing town of Ucluelet, located just outside Pacific Rim National Park on Vancouver Island’s wild, west coast, is a haven for adventure seekers. Wildlife watchers, stand-up paddleboarders, surfers, kayakers, hikers and even foodies have plenty to explore.

Here are five reasons to visit.