West Coast Trail
Canada · North America · Multi-day trek · score 82/100
At a glance
| Countries | Canada |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Region | British Columbia (Vancouver Island, Pacific Rim NPR) |
| Type | Multi-day trek |
| Length | 75 km |
| Typical duration | 6 days |
| Difficulty | 4/5 (Hard) |
| Max altitude | 30 m |
| Best season | May-Sep |
| Start | Pachena Bay (Bamfield), BC |
| End | Gordon River (Port Renfrew), BC |
| Permit / guide | Reservation required (Parks Canada quota) |
| Special gear | none (ladders; tide tables) |
Score
82/100
Legendary storm-wreck coast trek with ladders, cable cars and tides; often rated the world's top coastal hike
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
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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