5 Best Sights in Vancouver Island, British Columbia

Campbell Point

Part of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, this waterfront area has walking trails and, at Bennett Bay, one of the island's most scenic beaches.

Gowlland Point Park

South Pender Island
The small pebble beach at Gowlland Point Park, at the end of Gowlland Point Road on South Pender, is one of the prettiest on the islands, with views across to Washington State.
Gowlland Point Rd., Pender Island, British Columbia, V0N 2M3, Canada

Long Beach

The most accessible—and visited—section of the park is the Long Beach Unit, the highlight of which is a 15-km (9-mile) stretch of pristine forest-backed sand just off Highway 4 between Ucluelet and Tofino. Four-hour "beach walk" passes are available at Long Beach Parking Lot only. Amenities: parking (fee); toilets. Best for: surfing; walking.

Hwy. 4, Tofino, British Columbia, V0R 2Z0, Canada
250-726–3500
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Rate Includes: C$6.50 per adult or C$13.25 per group (4-hr beach walk pass only)

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Mortimer Spit

South Pender Island
The sandy beach at Mortimer Spit is a sheltered spot for swimming and kayaking; it's near the bridge linking the two islands.
Mortimer Spit Rd., Pender Island, British Columbia, V0N 2M3, Canada

Whiffen Spit

West of Sooke, you'll reach this mile-long natural breakwater that is great for bird-watching and makes for a leisurely scenic walk past sea grass beds and rocks where harbor seals sprawl in the sun.
Whiffen Spit Rd., Sooke, British Columbia, V9Z 0T4, Canada