Schooner Cove

Schooner Cove is a recreation sandy beach located in the Pacific Rim National Park near the communities of Tofino and Ucluelet, British Columbia, Canada. The beach is hidden gem located in a small cove situated at the north end of Long Beach.

Some say Schooner Cove is one of the most intimate and romantic beaches in the park because it is shut out from the rest of the world surrounded by rock outcroppings and dwarfed trees.

To reach the private cove there is a 1 kilometre boardwalk trail. There are sections of the trail that includes some stairs. There are sections which cross wooden bridges. Some are slippery, most are wet. Be careful.

The trail explores a forest full of ferns, moss and lichens. The ground is covered in deadfall trees and branches. The leaves drip with moisture from the mist in the air. And in the distance are the sounds of waves crashing on shore.

Activities enjoyed on the beach include picnicking, suntanning and beachcombing. Some arrive as families. Some arrive alone with a good book in hand. All enjoy the serenity and marine scenery the cove has to offer.

All visitors to the park must have a Park Use Permit. Pack out what you pack in.

How to get to the Schooner Cove

Travel towards the community of Tofino, BC. Schooner Cove is located at the north end of Long Beach. From Schooner Cove you can walk the beach at low tide and connect to Long Beach. Or watch for the signs on the Pacific Rim Hwy for the parking lot and walk the boardwalk trail to the beach.