Welcome to Pacific Rim National Park Reserve Meares Island of Canada and the traditional territory of the Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations. This special place is part of a network of Canada’s national treasures Tofino B r o w n in g protected on your behalf by Parks Canada. Indian Island Look for the blow of whales, try riding a wave at Long P a s s a g e Kw anuwis As hosts to unforgettable experiences, Parks IR 30 Canada invites you to discover the awe inspiring Beach, and explore the new Kwisitis Visitor Centre. Mackenzie beaches and magnificent rainforests found here Pacific Rim National Park Reserve offers inspiring

Beach experiences for everyone, every day of the year. G r i c e ˆ in the Long Beach Unit of the park. B a y Ku’cuwis IR 4 Chesterman 4 Beach

Cox Bay Kennedy Lake Park Cox Pt. Radar Hill Ty-histanis Administration IR 3 Esowista Incinerator 8 IR 3 Rock Long Beach Schooner Gowland 4 Rocks Cove Green 7 Box I. Point 6 Portland W i c k a n i n n i s h B a Pt. Combers y Beach Sea Lion Port Rocks Alberni Wickaninnish 105 km Beach 5 Creek Kwisitis TSL Shoe w ~ N K isitis Lost Pacific Rim Visitor Centre 3 4 Visitor Centre Kilometres ~L TSL 0 1 2 4 Hu?u F l o r e n c i a Quisitis B a y Legend Trails Pt. 1 Willowbrae Wya Road Park Info Centre Park Administration Pt. 1 IR Indian Reserve Boat Launch Willowbrae Florencia 2 Exhibit/Signs Indoor Theatre 2 Halfmoon Bay I. Camping Viewpoint 3 South Beach Wheelchair Accessible Picnic Area 4 Nuu-chah-nulth Telephone Airport 5 Shorepine Bog Hospital Golf Course 6 Rainforest Police Visitor Centre P A C I F I C 7 Combers Beach Shorebird Critical Trail Habitat Road 8 Schooner Cove OCEA N TSL Treaty Settlement Land Ucluelet ALL BEACHES UNSUPERVISED Park Administration Green Point Campground Reservations 250-726-3500 www.pccamping.ca R64-424/2012E IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Email: [email protected] 1-877-RESERVE (737-3783) 978-1-100-20941-8 CALL 911 OR CONTACT THE PARK AT 1-877-852-3100 2040 Pacific Rim Highway TTY: 1-866-787-6221 PO Box 280 Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0 Your Guide to the Long Beach Unit Did you know? Hiking Trails

Pacific Rim National Park Reserve n Pacific Rim is called a national park Distance Exhibits Beach Difficulty  reserve because of pending First Nation Trail Information Access treaty settlements. Willowbrae Trail 1.4 yes Long n The Long Beach Unit is entirely within the 1  km flights of traditional territories of the Yuu-thlu-ilth- Location: Willowbrae Road intersects Highway 4, 2 km south of the Ucluelet-Tofino junction. Trail access is not signed from the highway. Turn west onto Willowbrae Road to one stairs aht and Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations. * the trailhead parking lot. way n It is illegal to collect and remove natural Of Interest: This historic trail formed part of a two-day travel route between Ucluelet  or cultural objects. and Tofino prior to the establishment of a road in 1942. n The Long Beach Unit is the most 2 Halfmoon Bay Trail 500 m yes Steep  sections extensive sand dune/beach area on Location: The Halfmoon Bay Trail branches from the Willowbrae Trail 1.3 km from the one and long Vancouver Island. * Willowbrae parking lot. way Of Interest: The trail winds through old growth cedar/hemlock forest before giving way flights of n Rocky outcroppings provide excellent to the spruce fringe and sandy beach of Halfmoon Bay. stairs  opportunities for exploring tidepools at 800 m yes Some low tide. 3 South Beach Trail Location: South Beach Trail branches from the Nuu-chah-nulth Trail. one stairs n Sea Lion Rocks, off Combers Beach, is a way  Of Interest: South Beach offers spectacular, but potentially dangerous, wave watching. Knowledgeable Parks Canada staff are available to help great bird nesting site and sea lion haulout Very large waves and strong currents form at this pebble beach; water activities not that can be observed with binoculars or recommended. make your visit to Pacific Rim a rewarding experience. a telescope. 4 Nuu-chah-nulth Trail 2.5 yes yes Some Location: Trailheads are located at Florencia Bay and behind the Kwisitis Visitor Centre km stairs If you have questions or need advice, please stop by n Dogs are welcome in the Long Beach Unit. (formerly known as the Wickaninnish Interpretive Centre). one  Please keep them leashed and under control Of Interest: A glimpse into the Nuu-chah-nulth culture. Learn what Hishuk ish ts’awalk way one of these locations. at all times. means and how this belief influences the lives of the Nuu-chah-nulth-aht. On-leash dogs are less likely to: 5 Shorepine Bog Trail 800 m no no May to late Late June to Early Sept to Mid October n flush shorebirds from critical  Location: Along Wick Road. loop Attractions and Services June early Sept mid October through feeding areas Of Interest: This is old growth coastal temperate rainforest with a twist. Search for the April n become prey for wolves and cougars  plant that kills small and unwary insects and learn what kind of an environment might Pacific Rim Visitor Centre 10:00 am – 9:00 am – 10:00 am – closed lead a plant to such deeds. 4:30 pm 7:00 pm 4:30 pm Stop here to purchase your park pass and obtain Each yes no Many information about the national park and surrounding region. 6 Rainforest Trail Trails A and B Choose the Park Pass that’s best for you! Location: Trail A is located on the opposite side of Highway 4 from the parking lot. loop short Kwisitis Visitor Centre 10:00 am – 10:00 am – 10:00 am – 11:00 am – * Trail B starts from the parking lot. 1 km flights of New exhibits in this interpretive facility illuminate the 4:30 pm 4:30 pm 4:30 pm 3:00 pm Park Pass fees stay in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve to help Of Interest: Gigantic western redcedar and western hemlock reach up to the sunlight, stairs natural and cultural history of the region. Fri-Sun support the services and facilities you enjoy. their boughs thickly carpeted with hanging gardens of moss. Loop A signs emphasize forest cycles. Green Point Campground 8:00 am – 8:00 am – 8:00 am – closed Park Pass options Where to purchase Park Passes Loop B signs emphasize forest structure and inhabitants. Situated on a forested terrace above Long Beach: 4:00 pm 6:00 pm 4:00 pm Annual Pass • Pacific Rim Visitor Centre 94 reservable drive-in sites, 20 walk-in and 1 group w 500 m sea- Steep June 29th – • K isitis Visitor Centre 7 Combers Beach Trail campsite. Sept. 2nd • Green Point Campground Location: Along Highway 4. one sonal slope • Park Administration 8:00 am – 8:00 am – 8:00 am – 8:00 am – Of Interest: Combers Beach Trail leads from the parking lot down to Combers Beach. way Park Administration • www.pc.gc.ca Stop here to purchase your park pass or obtain 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm Beach access is dependent on tides, currents and erosion. information about the national park. Mon-Fri Mon-Fri Mon-Fri Mon-Fri Daily Pass (valid to 4 pm the • Park Pass machines* 1 km yes Long following day) • The facilities listed above 8 Schooner Cove Trail Location: Along Highway 4. one flights of Green Point Theatre Programs 8:00 pm way stairs Bring your family and listen to stories about Pacific Rim For other Park Pass options, please visit a park facility. * Of Interest: The trail descends through young and old stands of cedar/hemlock forest, gradually giving way to the Sitka spruce fringe. Coming to the beach, you will catch inside this heated indoor cedar theatre. *Park Pass machines are available at most parking lots except glimpses of the village of Esowista, belonging to the Tla-o-qui-aht, who have lived along Guided Events times vary Grice Bay, Willowbrae Trail, Shorepine Bog Trail, Florencia Bay this shore for centuries. Note: Schooner Cove may be cut off during high tides. Learn from a knowledgeable guide about the natural and and Kennedy Lake. cultural history of the national park. A Park Pass must be displayed in your vehicle when stopping in the Long Beach Unit of the park. *

National parks are wild places. To Identify Rip Currents, Look For: Make your visit a safe one n A narrow stream of water moving away from Some simple precautions will ensure a safe and enjoyable visit. shore, often perpendicular to the shoreline. n Waves breaking on both sides of the rip, Bears, Cougars and Wolves Safety In the Forest Safety In and Around the Water but not inside the rip. n Frequent the intertidal zone as well as the rainforest. n Wear appropriate footwear for slippery n Shorelines are dynamic places. Large waves can unexpectedly sweep over n If you encounter a bear, cougar or wolf: boardwalks and muddy uneven ground. beaches and rocky outcrops. If you get caught in a rip, do not swim • Pick up small children and pets and stay in a group. n Avoid the rainforest during high winds. n Generally, there are two high and two low tides each day. During high tides, against it. Stay calm and swim parallel to • Back away slowly to give it an escape route. creeks and shoreline routes may become impassable. Beach logs will float and the shore, then swim back to shore. If you • If the animal approaches do all you can to appear threatening, roll; they have crushed people. cannot escape, float or tread water and shout, wave your arms and throw sticks. n Wading in the waves is safer than swimming and using inflatables. Rip currents are powerful currents of signal for help. n Never feed or approach wildlife. n Water temperatures are low (7-14°C). Wear a wetsuit in the water. water that can sweep even the strongest swimmer out to sea.