West Coast Trail

British Columbia · Canada

West Coast Trail, Canada
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Good to know

Best time to go
May–September
Budget
$$
Accessibility
not-accessible
Coordinates
Open in maps

A challenging 75km wilderness trail along the western edge of Vancouver Island in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, known for rugged sea stacks, old-growth forest, and tidal beaches. Considered one of the world's premier backcountry hiking routes, it requires a permit and takes 6–7 days to complete.

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