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Journey to the water's edge

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Over 25 thousand kilometres of Pacific coastline, from sandy beaches to dramatic cliffs, shapes British Columbia’s geography and way of life.  A rich ecosystem of fish and plant life, the Pacific Ocean is a source of sustenance and spirit for British Columbia. Explore BC’s Pacific Ocean and coast in the stories below.

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Spring

How to Experience BC's Must-See Coastal Towns

Discover Indigenous culture, art, and exciting culinary offerings in these West Coast towns.

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Beaches & Lakes, Spring, Summer

Top 12 Beaches in BC

Ready to hit the beach? Learn more about some of BC's top picks.

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Beaches & Lakes

Stewards of the Sea: Protecting the Ocean Around Vancouver Island Through Responsible Travel

Ocean conservation is vital to life and travel on Vancouver Island.

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Coastal Circle Route

3 to 7 days / 563.84 km (350 mi)

Uncover the places where many of British Columbia's artists and artisans live, work and showcase their art.

Explore Road Trip

Dining & Culinary Tours, Fishing

Crabbing on the West Coast of BC

Blogger Lindsay Anderson shares her tips on how to go crabbing on the west coast of British Columbia.

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Camping, Whale Watching, Paddling, Summer

Kayaking the Broken Group Islands

In Pacific Rim National Park, there is a kayaker’s paradise called the Broken Group Islands. It consists of over 100 scattered islands off the...

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Accommodation

Stay Cozy in These Oceanfront Getaways

Looking to unplug for a weekend? Here are five oceanfront getaways on Vancouver Island, including Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort, Beach Acres...

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Sightseeing

BC’s Captivating Coastal Towns

Looking for a seaside holiday in a BC coastal town? Try surfing in Tofino, buying fish off the boat in Steveston, or viewing wildlife in Prince...

Read the Article

Spring

How to Experience BC's Must-See Coastal Towns

Discover Indigenous culture, art, and exciting culinary offerings in these West Coast towns.

Read the Article

Beaches & Lakes, Spring, Summer

Top 12 Beaches in BC

Ready to hit the beach? Learn more about some of BC's top picks.

Read the Article

Beaches & Lakes

Stewards of the Sea: Protecting the Ocean Around Vancouver Island Through Responsible Travel

Ocean conservation is vital to life and travel on Vancouver Island.

Read the Article

Coastal Circle Route

3 to 7 days / 563.84 km (350 mi)

Uncover the places where many of British Columbia's artists and artisans live, work and showcase their art.

Explore Road Trip

Dining & Culinary Tours, Fishing

Crabbing on the West Coast of BC

Blogger Lindsay Anderson shares her tips on how to go crabbing on the west coast of British Columbia.

Read the Article

Camping, Whale Watching, Paddling, Summer

Kayaking the Broken Group Islands

In Pacific Rim National Park, there is a kayaker’s paradise called the Broken Group Islands. It consists of over 100 scattered islands off the...

Read the Article

Accommodation

Stay Cozy in These Oceanfront Getaways

Looking to unplug for a weekend? Here are five oceanfront getaways on Vancouver Island, including Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort, Beach Acres...

Read the Article

Sightseeing

BC’s Captivating Coastal Towns

Looking for a seaside holiday in a BC coastal town? Try surfing in Tofino, buying fish off the boat in Steveston, or viewing wildlife in Prince...

Read the Article

Tofino | Johan Lolos

Respect the Ocean: Be CoastSmart

The Pacific Rim coastline of BC is breathtaking, but don’t let it take your breath away permanently. Understand the hazards of our wildly beautiful beaches and trails with these safety tips.

Become CoastSmart