Hiking the West Coast of Vancouver Island

Western Vancouver Island's geographical variety attracts more than 8,000 hikers per year, from less experienced hikers to the expert hikers capable of traversing such majestic, challenging areas as the stretch known as the Graveyard of the Pacific. Hiking the West Coast of Vancouver Island covers every major coastal hike in six major areas, from the remote beaches of the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail to the rugged surf-swept shore of Cape Scott. From planning the trip, to getting to and from the trailheads, to choosing the most scenic campsites, this is the one indispensable guide.