Tofino, British Columbia / 8 photo spots
8 Instagram spots around Tofino, British Columbia
Tofino lies on Vancouver Island’s west coast, where beaches, forest and a working harbour sit close together. Some ideas are outside the village in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve or on Meares Island and require separate planning. Coastal conditions can be dangerous. Check current warnings and stay well back from the water.
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Tonquin Beach
A short trail leads to Tonquin Beach, a small cove near town. Include the rocky shoreline in a wide frame and keep a safe distance from breaking waves.
Search Google MapsChesterman Beach
North and South Chesterman beaches meet at a sand spit. From a safe place on the beach, use the curve of the shore to lead towards the water.
Search Google MapsCox Bay Beach
Cox Bay Beach has a broad crescent-shaped shoreline. Only photograph from the beach when conditions permit, and avoid the unsanctioned Cox Bay Lookout route.
Search Google MapsLong Beach
Long Beach lies in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Give the long stretch of sand room in a landscape frame. Check entry requirements, closures and coastal warnings before visiting.
Search Google MapsThird Street Lookout at Anchor Park
The Third Street Lookout at Anchor Park looks across Tofino’s working harbour towards Meares Island. Include the harbour in the foreground to show the place as well as the view.
Search Google MapsBig Tree Trail on Meares Island
The Big Tree Trail is in Meares Island Tribal Park and is reached by water. Photograph the forest from the boardwalk and plan transport separately from a visit to Tofino itself.
Search Google MapsRainforest Trail A
Rainforest Trail A is a boardwalk loop in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Use the wooden path as a leading line beneath the cedar and hemlock canopy. Check park entry requirements and current trail notices.
Search Google MapsVillage Green and Weeping Cedar Woman
Tourism Tofino identifies Weeping Cedar Woman at the Village Green. Treat the work and its cultural setting respectfully and use a wider frame to include the surrounding public space.
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