Long Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Long Beach featuring surfing, general coastal views and rocky coastline
Long Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach
Long Beach featuring a beach, cycling and island images
Long Beach featuring a beach and surfing as well as a small group of people
Long Beach showing a beach

The national reserve’s longest beach is home to marine wildlife, stunning views and crashing waves that lure surfers to these shores.

Long Beach lives up to its name by stretching across 10 miles (16 kilometres) of Vancouver Island’s scenic west coast. The beach, known for its surfing and marine wildlife, is part of the Pacific Rim National Reserve. As the sun sets over the horizon, relax on the soft sand and watch the water glisten with changing hues.

As its name suggests, this stretch of sand is the longest in the Pacific Rim National Reserve. Although the coastline has a rugged, rocky appearance, the sand is very fine and soft. Trek for miles along the coast and listen to the calming sound of waves gently lapping or violently crashing onto the shore. Follow trails leading from the ocean inland through the rainforest.

Let the kids play and make sand castles or collect driftwood on the beach. Climb to the top of Incinerator Rock for breathtaking views of sand, water and forests.

Take advantage of the large waves to practice surfing. Try to capture the perfect photo of a friend or family member riding the waves. In the spring you may also see grey or humpback whales. The beach is popular in winter among storm watchers.

Use the many amenities: picnic tables, outdoor showers and bathrooms. Enjoy a picnic with the family in front of the setting sun as it descends beyond the horizon.

Sit around a bonfire in the evening and play games or musical instruments with friends. You can stay at a resort in the area or reserve a spot at a camping site. Bring wetsuits to brave the cold ocean water. There is a small fee for entrance to the beach.

Long Beach is located in the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve on the west coast of Vancouver Island. To the north, you will find Schooner Cove to the south is Combers Beach. From Tofino, drive south for 10 minutes to reach Long Beach, which is about 4 miles (6.4 kilometres) away. Use the convenient parking lots along the beach.

Canadian Princess Lodge & Marina
Canadian Princess Lodge & Marina
3.5 out of 5
1943 Peninsula Road, Ucluelet, BC
The price is ₹21,912 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
₹21,912
₹25,597 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Ucluelet. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"We were very fortunate to find such a nice stay very last minute during the peak season. The room is clean and very comfortable for a family of three. I like the convenient layout. Floathouse seafood restaurant is walk away."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Canadian Princess Lodge & Marina
Black Rock Oceanfront Resort
Black Rock Oceanfront Resort
4 out of 5
596 Marine Drive, Ucluelet, BC
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Ucluelet. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Our room was amazing! 180 degree views of the ocean, super comfortable and modern room amenities. The restaurant food was not a match to what was expected. The food was average. The staff were amazing. The hot tub was not working"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Black Rock Oceanfront Resort
Pacific Rim Motel
Pacific Rim Motel
2 out of 5
1755 Peninsula Road, Ucluelet, BC
The price is ₹18,208 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
₹18,208
₹21,121 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Ucluelet. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (813 reviews)
"Nice stay. Great location"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Pacific Rim Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Reef Point Cottages
Reef Point Cottages
3 out of 5
1012 Peninsula Road, Ucluelet, BC
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Ucluelet. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 hot tubs. Popular attractions Terrace Beach and Little Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (583 reviews)
"Overall, the property was great, the bedrooms were great. The small pullout couch in the loft was fantastic. It's cosy cute little cottage. The refrigerator was not great, there was no veggie drawer. So the whole bottom part of the fridge was unusable, and the door had no holders so you couldn't ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Reef Point Cottages
Wild Pacific Waterfront Cabins
Wild Pacific Waterfront Cabins
3 out of 5
277 Boardwalk, Reef Point, Ucluelet, BC
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Ucluelet. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Terrace Beach and Little Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (200 reviews)
"Couldn’t lock the doors when I left. Could not contact person in charge until 10 am"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Wild Pacific Waterfront Cabins
Cabins West
Cabins West
3 out of 5
258 Boardwalk Blvd., Ucluelet, BC
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Ucluelet. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Terrace Beach and Little Beach are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
"Living space was well organized and kitchen was well supplied."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Cabins West
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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