Beautiful Photos From The West Coast Trail, British Columbia, Canada

Beautiful Photos From The West Coast Trail, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, CanadaThe West Coast Trail is a 75km trail along the western edge of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. It was originally created in 1907 as a way to help rescue the survivors of shipwrecks. Now the trail is part of Canada’s National Park system, hosting a maximum of 68 hikers per day from May 1 thru September 30. The trail’s diversity makes it a challenging hike. Winding through wet jungle terrain and sandy beaches, beauty can be found around every corner.
In July 2014, we spent 5 fantastic days on the West Coast Trail. Though it was difficult, we thoroughly enjoyed our time on the trail. Here is a collection of our favorite photos. Enjoy!
West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

Leaf faces! These covered almost the whole length of the trail…either someone was very bored or the leaves somehow end up with faces? This circle arrangement was obviously man made.

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

West Coast Trail, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia, Canada

Do you have questions about our hike? We’d love to answer your questions.

Jill Patterson
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2 Comments

  1. Lovely pictures! Looks like it was a great adventure. We’re going to have to give it a try too!

  2. Quinn 9 years ago

    Amazing photos! We’re so jealous! We weren’t able to make it this year, but definitely next! Thank you for sharing.

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