Tofino, on the western edge of British Columbia’s Victoria Island, is Canada’s most famous surf location. But it offers up much more than chilly surf, including a rich cultural history, lush forests, misty mornings by the beach, and serene evening sunsets. You can drive to Tofino after taking a ferry from Vancouver. Here’s how to enjoy a few magical days there.
The following day, after a breakfast of oatmeal with granola at our campground, we make our way down to the beach. An early morning cloud bank begins to give way to blue skies, and we stroll barefoot in the crisp air along the crashing waves.