From your doorstep...
Walk through the rainforest on the Willowbrae Trail to the beautiful sandy beaches and wild open surf of Florencia Bay and Half Moon Bay in Canada's Pacific Rim National Park.
Walk on the Wild Pacific Trail and catch a glimpse of the Broken Group Islands, while exploring the rocky
coastline and tidal pools along the way.
As the seasons change. . .
Spend your days beachcombing, kayaking, surfing, golfing (open year ’round), fishing, hiking, whale watching, bear watching, bird watching, swimming, canoeing or boating to your heart’s content. Fill your senses with the natural beauty and wonder that surrounds you. Then . . . relax back at your cabin on the deck.
‘Fall’ season on the coast brings great weather and the last of the summer crowds have gone home. This is the time for all you romantic couples to venture out and experience the offerings of the west coast in peace and quiet.
Later on in the season, don your rain gear and take advantage of our great winter storms. Witness the breathtaking beauty of the Pacific Ocean in its wildest glory. Or into your wetsuit and catch a wave if you dare.
Warm up your chills the old-fashioned way . . . in front of your fireplace with a glass of wine, or soothing in the warmth of your own private hot tub, just before you snuggle up for the night with your down duvet.
And when you don’t feel like eating in, treat yourself to a fine dining experience and a taste of the west coast at one of our world-famous local restaurants.
"Enjoy your west coast experience at our Florencia Bay Retreat"
Things to do, Places to go
| Towns & Cities | drive | walk | bike |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ucluelet | 5 min | 60 min | 30 min |
| Tofino | 25 min | - | 1.5 hr |
| Port Alberni | 70 min | - | - |
| Nanaimo | 2.5 hr | - | - |
| Comox Valley | 2.5 hr | - | - |
| Campbell River | 3 hr | - | - |
| Port Hardy | 4.5 hr | - | - |
| Victoria | 4.5 hr | - | - |
| Parks, Trails and Beaches | drive | walk | bike |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willowbrae Trail (Pacific Rim National Park) | - | 5 min | - |
| Florencia Bay & Half Moon Bay (Pacific Rim National Park) | - | 20 min | - |
| Wild Pacific Trail | - | 20 min | - |
| Wickaninnish Beach (Pacific Rim National Park) | 9 min | - | 35 min |
| Amphitrite Point & Lighthouse | 10 min | - | 40 min |
| Broken Group of Islands | 10 min | - | 40 min |
| Kennedy Lake | 10 min | - | - |
| Long Beach (Pacific Rim National Park) | 14 min | - | 50 min |
| Cox Bay Beach | 25 min | - | - |
| Chesterman Beach | 25 min | - | - |
| Hotsprings Cove, Clayoquot Sound | 30 min | - | - |
| Strathcona Provincial Park | 1.5 hr | - | - |
| West Coast Activities | drive | walk | bike |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birdwatching | - | - | - |
| Community & National Park Events | - | - | - |
| Hiking | - | - | - |
| Kayaking & Canoeing | - | - | - |
| Salmon & Halibut Fishing (See Below) | - | - | - |
| Spa Treatments / Yoga Classes | - | - | - |
| Stormwatching | - | - | - |
| Surfing | 5 min | 5 min | - |
| Tofino Botanical Gardens | 25 min | - | - |
| Ucluelet Aquarium | - | - | - |
| West Coast Wild Adventures | - | - | - |
| Whalewatching & Adventure Tours | - | - | - |
| Sport Fishing | where |
|---|---|
| West Coast Fish Expeditions | Ucluelet Offshore & Barkley Sound |
| Charter Tofino | Tofino, Clayoquot Sound & Excursions |
| Cleanline Sportfishing Charters | Tofino, Ucluelet, Clayoquot Sound |
| Northwest Ocean Adventures | Tofino, Ucluelet, Clayoquot Sound |
| Fine Dining | drive | restaurant |
|---|---|---|
| Howler's Family Restaurant | 5 min | (250) 726-2211 |
| Pluvio Restaurant | 6 min | (250) 726-7001 |
| Zoe's Bakery and Cafe | 7 min | (250) 726-2253 |
| Heartwood Kitchen | 7 min | (250) 726-2200 |
| Ucluelet Brewing Company | 7 min | (250) 726-0499 |
| Long Beach Lodge | 20 min | (250) 725-2442 |
| The Pointe Restaurant (Wickaninnish Inn) | 20 min | (250) 725-3106 |
| Tacofino | 25 min | (250) 726-8288 |
| Wolf in the Fog | 25 min | (250) 725-9653 |
| Shelter Restaurant | 25 min | (250) 725-3353 |
| Rhino Coffee House | 25 min | (250) 725-2558 |
| Shed | 25 min | (250) 725-7433 |
| West Coast Art | drive | walk | bike |
|---|---|---|---|
| Du Quah Native Art Gallery | 5 min | 60 min | 30 min |
| Eagle Aerie Gallery (Roy Henry Vickers) | 20 min | - | - |
| House of Himwitsa Native Art Gallery | 20 min | - | - |
| Image West Gallery & Gifts | 5 min | 60 min | 30 min |
| Mark Hobson (Coastline Art) | 20 min | - | - |
| Mystic Horizon | 5 min | 60 min | 30 min |
| Out of our Tree Rustic Furnishings | 5 min | - | - |
| Schooner Gallery | 20 min | - | - |
| Shorewind Gallery | 20 min | - | - |
| Churches | drive | walk | bike |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ucluelet | 5 min | 60 min | 30 min |
| Tofino | 25 min | - | - |
| More Links of Interest |
|---|
| Ukee Tours - Ebike Tours & Rentals |
| Long Beach Surf Shop - Surfing Rentals |
| Ancient Cedars Spa |
| Alteo Air Services - Scenic Flights |
| Long Beach Golf Course |
| Tashii Paddle School |