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Chloe Annabelle
"If you're lucky enough to have clear skies during your stay in Tofino, you must ABSOLUTELY do this hike for sunset, it's to me one of the best views in the world! It's very rooty and muddy, and there is a rope section at the end, so it might not be for everyone, but if you can you won't regret it.
You have to park at Cox Bay Beach, and then walk to the left towards the hill at the end of the beach. The trailhead is not easy to spot, you basically have to climb a couple of rocks at the beginning. Once you reach the first mud puddle, you have 2 options. If you're short on time and are afraid to miss the sunset, take a slight left. You will get to the top in 10 minutes, but the path is very steep and the lookout area very small. My preference is to take a right turn, the trail is a bit longer (roughly 30 min) and with a rope section at the end, but the lookout is in my opinion better. Plus, from there you can actually keep walking for 5 minutes to another secret lookout overlooking the other side of the bay! "
Liza Eliseeva
"A beautiful beach that's popular amongst surfers
Tip: surfing is very popular in Tofino and there are many wonderful surf schools in town that offer classes. So put on your wetsuit and brave the cold ocean (or watch others from the comfort of your beach blanket)
Pro tip: at the southern point of Cox Bay Beach there is a trail that goes up the hill leading to a beautiful lookout of the beach. Be sure to bring your hiking boots and a camera!"
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Danielle Evans
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"At the VERY left side of the beach (if you're facing the ocean) there is a short, but steep hike to the Cox Bay Lookout. It is a jaw dropping few from the top. Very worth it. Take a picnic and a beer and savour the few for an hour. "
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