North Coast Trail
Canada · North America · Multi-day trek · score 62/100
At a glance
| Countries | Canada |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Region | British Columbia (Cape Scott PP, Vancouver Island) |
| Type | Multi-day trek |
| Length | 58 km |
| Typical duration | 6 days |
| Difficulty | 4/5 (Hard) |
| Max altitude | 30 m |
| Best season | May-Sep |
| Start | Shushartie Bay (water taxi), BC |
| End | Cape Scott trailhead (San Josef Bay), BC |
| Permit / guide | Backcountry permit required (Cape Scott PP) |
| Special gear | none |
Score
62/100
Remote wild coast north of the WCT; muddy, quiet, wildlife-rich
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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