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Foggy mornings, old-growth forests, surf breaks, and some of the wildest stretches of coastline in the Pacific Northwest—Tofino has a way of slowing you down.

We asked Olympic surfer @ to share her favorite ways to experience this laid-back Vancouver Island town, from local cafés and happy hour favorites to scenic hikes, surf schools, wildlife adventures, and the independent shops that make Tofino so memorable.

Save this 24 hour guide for your next adventure and head to comment below for link to the full itinerary.
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Morning — Big Tree Trail, Wanachus-Hilthuuis Tribal Park Wanachus-Hilthuuis is Canada's first Tribal Park — declared in 1984 to stop clear-cut logging of Meares Island. The Big Tree Trail is a 1km cedar boardwalk past red cedars over 1,000 years old. The Hanging Garden Tree is 18.3 metres in circumference. Water taxi from Tofino Harbour takes 10 minutes.

Afternoon — / Boat tours into Clayoquot Sound — grey whales, orcas, sea lions, otters on the water. Bears and wolves on the shoreline if the day cooperates. Both operators run half-day tours to Hot Springs Cove: geothermal springs via a 2km cedar boardwalk through old-growth rainforest. Book ahead.

Late Afternoon — Campbell Street, 1984. Head to the oldest surf shop in Tofino. Boards, wetsuits, apparel, and the best Tofino swag selection in town.

Evening — at the Marina, open until 11PM. Wild-caught seafood, free-range meats, herbs from the on-site garden. The fish tacos and the Sound of the Sea are the consistent standouts. Views across Clayoquot Sound.

Where to Stay — Every room faces the Pacific. Summer: surf and sea base camp. September through April: storm watching season, with blankets, binoculars, and a menu to match. The Pointe Restaurant is on site. Book well in advance.
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Photos: (1) Wayne Barnes/Courtesy of Wickaninnish Inn (2) Dave Heath- for Paddle BC, Courtesy of TourismTofino (3) Hot Springs Cove Jordan Siemens/Getty Images (4, 5) Kyler Vos/Courtesy of Tourism Tofino (6) Caitlin Ronda/Courtesy of Wickaninnish Inn

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