Naturalist with the Wild Pacific Trail Society (WPTS) and Raincoast Education Society (RES) are available 9am to 4pm daily!

Daily Interpretive topics can be explored from the new Interpretive Centre overlooking the iconic Amphitrite Lighthouse. Learn about the Wild Pacific Trail, Ucluelet, and the array of eco-systems on the Pacific Rim. Ask about the walking trees and other unique features of rainforest, bog, intertidal or wetland ecosystems see along the Wild Pacific Trail. Birds and other wildlife abound here on the West Coast, hear about what has been seen recently. Have questions about the ocean and marine wildlife? Need trail orientation? Get tips on how to observe whales and marine mammals swimming past. The surf is in constant motion here, sweeping up-surge channels and reefs. Observe from the safety of the trail or observation deck.

Discovery Tent for 2025: Daily special guests will also appear on the lawn at the Lighthouse, end of Coast Guard Road to offer drop-in activities and talks.
Exhibits rotate exploring the plants, animals and cultures that make for a fascinating visit. Special events and possible pop-up tours launch from this location. Special guest listed under programs occur at this tent.

Photo Credits: Wild Pacific Trail 

Survival is all about food, learn about bears, wolves, cougars and how to keep them from harm. Great display for kids of all ages. Bring your questions about how to be Bear Smart. Plan strategy for putting out garbage bins safely. Don't miss this rare opportunit to visit with WildSafe BC experts.

Search for signs of the exciting animals that call the rainforest, ocean, and beaches their home.  Between towering whale spouts and crawling banana slugs, what will we find today?

This event is free with the purchase of a National Parks entry pass. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets and recording devices are not permitted.

Arrive early as parking may be limited.

For more information contact: Pacific Rim Visitor Centre (250-726-4212)

PLEASE NOTE: Events may be subject to change without notice.

Photo Credit: Parks Canada

Join Parks Canada to experience an interactive touch table while you learn about the bears, wolves and cougars that live in Pacific Rim National Park.

This is a free all ages event with the purchase of a National Park entry pass. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets and recording devices are not permitted.

Arrive early as parking is limited. 

For more information contact: Pacific Rim Visitor Centre (250-726-4212)

PLEASE NOTE: Events may be subject to change without notice

Photo credit: Parks Canada

Join the Raincoast Education Society's West Coast Ambassador Program and learn how to be a responsible resident of this incredible place and how to share that knowledge with visitors.

The courses are open to all local residents, including seasonal staff, newcomers, and business owners. They focus on Tofino and Ucluelet, their past, present, ecologies, vibrant business communities, festivals and events, opportunities, and much more. 

Participants of the Ambassador course will receive an Ambassador Card. Show your card for discounts and benefits at many local businesses!

Small Town, Big Picture: Ucluelet

Small Town, Big Picture: Ucluelet is a three-hour orientation session that delivers the “big picture” of living in Ucluelet. Learn about local history and basic ecology, cross-cultural understanding, businesses and activities, festivals, host etiquette, and important civic information. This is a great way to get up-to-date local information about living and working in Ucluelet.

Register HERE for this FREE course (space is limited). 

This FREE program is offered as a joint initiative of the Raincoast Education Society, the Tofino-Long Beach Chamber of Commerce,  Ucluelet Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Ucluelet and Tourism Tofino,  The Raincoast Education Society is responsible for course curriculum, registration, and program delivery.

Walk the slopes and crests of windblown sand. Discover a world that is not beach or forest, but a strange and disappearing blend of both.

This event is free with purchase of a National Park entry pass, and open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets. Recording devices are not permitted. Arrive early as parking may be limited.

For more information contact: Pacific Rim Visitor Centre (250-726-4212)

PLEASE NOTE: Events may be subject to change without notice

Photo Credits: Parks Canada/K. Kwasnecha

Learn about the fascinating lives of slugs with a Parks Canada naturalist in the Kwisitis Visitor Centre!

This event is free with purchase of a National Park entry pass, and open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets. Recording devices are not permitted. Arrive early as parking may be limited.

Why do wolves howl? What do they eat? Take a walk on the wild side! Learn about how to keep our wolves wild! 

Often cast as villains in popular stories, wolves have long been misunderstood. These sacred creatures, roam the rugged shores and forests of the Pacific coast and hold a deep and complex role in the ecosystems they call home.

Join us for a one-hour guided walk as we explore the lives of these elusive predators—how they hunt, swim, and thrive at the intersection of land and sea. Through stories of culture, ecology, and conservation, we’ll trace the shifting human perspectives of wolves: from feared and hunted to respected and protected

No registration is required. Event is by donation.

Experience the sights, sounds, and scents of an old growth rainforest with a Parks Canada Naturalist.

This event is free with purchase of a National Park entry pass, and open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets. Meet in the Kwisitis Visitor Centre Parking Lot.

For more information contact: Pacific Rim Visitor Centre (250-726-4212)

PLEASE NOTE: Events may be subject to change without notice.

Photo Credits: Parks Canada

The Tofino Clayoquot Heritage Museum has restarted its historical walking tours for the summer season! 

Every Wednesday

• Tour 1: 11 AM - 12 PM
• Tour 2: 2-3 PM
• $10 per person (cash or card accepted)

Their tours cover Tofino’s historic waterfront and town, and are a great activity for tourists or residents wanting to become more familiar with Tofino.

The museum is also open daily, 10 AM - 4 PM, offering a look into Tofino's history, a great activity, especially on rainy days! 

Photo credits: Tofino Clayoquot Heritage Museum 

Join Parks Canada to discover how salmon are the unsung hero, the ultra-elite athlete, whose lives are inextricably tied to all other living things on the west coast.

This is a free all ages event with the purchase of a National Park entry pass. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets and recording devices are not permitted.

Arrive early as parking is limited. 

For more information contact: Pacific Rim Visitor Centre (250-726-4212)

PLEASE NOTE: Events may be subject to change without notice

Photo credit: Parks Canada

Step into the world of a woodland bog, where waterlogged landscapes and stunted forests create a haven for a unique community of plants and animals—including the black bear! On this guided walk along the Wild Pacific Trail, discover the surprising connections between bogs and bears, and how these vital ecosystems shape life on the rugged west coast. 

No registration is required. Event is by donation.

Visit Parks Canada Interpreters at the lighthouse Discovery Tent and enjoy interactive activities with rotating topics to discover, learn, and have fun. Get to know some local whales, test your wildlife knowledge on the trivia wheel, and try to spot a whale spout from shore!. Along the way, you'll learn about the biology, ecology, and conservation of whales and other marine mammals.

No registration is required.

Come search for the tracks of Bears, Wolves and Cougars, on the beach and in the dunes!

This event is free with purchase of a National Park entry pass, and open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets. Recording devices are not permitted. Arrive early as parking may be limited.

For more information contact: Pacific Rim Visitor Centre (250-726-4212)

PLEASE NOTE: Events may be subject to change without notice.

Photo Credits: Parks Canada/Ian Cruickshank

Join a Parks Canada naturalist to explore the world of sea otters! Ask all your questions and interact with the props provided by Parks Canada. 

The event is free with the purchase of a National Park entry pass. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets and recording devices are not permitted.

Arrive early as parking is limited.

For more information contact: Pacific Rim Visitor Centre (250-726-4212)

PLEASE NOTE: Events may be subject to change without notice.

Join the Raincoast Education Society's West Coast Ambassador Program and learn how to be a responsible resident of this incredible place and how to share that knowledge with visitors.

The courses are open to all local residents, including seasonal staff, newcomers, and business owners. They focus on Tofino and Ucluelet, their past, present, ecologies, vibrant business communities, festivals and events, opportunities, and much more. 

Participants of the Ambassador course will receive an Ambassador Card. Show your card for discounts and benefits at many local businesses!

Coastal Raincoast Ecology in Ucluelet

This outdoor course focuses on our coastal temperate rainforest. From the forest floor to the top of the canopy, you will explore the many interactions that make up the fabric of this iconic habitat.  Join us to discover the dynamic nature of old-growth forests!

Small Town, Big Picture is a suggested prerequisite for this course.

Register HERE for this FREE course (space is limited). 

This FREE program is offered as a joint initiative of the Raincoast Education Society, the Tofino-Long Beach Chamber of Commerce,  Ucluelet Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Ucluelet and Tourism Tofino,  The Raincoast Education Society is responsible for course curriculum, registration, and program delivery.

Photo by Jeremy Koreski

Discover what happens when bears, wolves and cougars try to share the landscape with the people who live and visit this region.

This event is free with the purchase of a National Parks entry pass. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets and recording devices are not permitted.

For more information contact: Pacific Rim Visitor Centre (250-726-4212)

PLEASE NOTE: Events may be subject to change without notice

This Tidepools Walk with Ucluelet Aquarium and Wild Pacific Trail Society is a highlight of any visit.

Low tide days: Don’t miss the chance to go tidepool exploring with experts from Ucluelet Aquarium and the WPTS when the tide is low. We’ll go looking for the amazing creatures that call Big Beach home.

High Tide Fridays: Explore creatures and features of the beach. Ask experts your tough ocean questions. Our guided beach walk is above the high-tide line respecting the power of the ocean (No Tidepool exploring if the tides are too high).

Please supervise children carefully and wear sturdy shoes, please no pets.

Meet at the sheltered picnic area at Big Beach.

No registration is required. This is a free event, with any donations going to continued programming on the Wild Pacific Trail.

Visit Parks Canada booth on the Wild Pacific Trail to learn about rotating topics each week!

Parks Canada Coastal Stewards will greet you at the Amphitrite Lighthouse Discovery Tent. Learn about staying safe on and near the water. The ocean is unpredictable. Always stay on the trail. Never venture down into the surge channels along the Wild Pacific Trail or out onto the rocks near the ocean. Learn fun facts about the power of the ocean!

Find the tent at the Amphitrite Lighthouse Discovery Tent on the Wild Pacific Trail.

For more information, check out their website here!

Photo Credit: Parks Canada

Are you enthralled by eagles? Wowed by woodpeckers? Discover the unique adaptations and natural history of the beautiful birds that call Pacific Rim home. Binoculars are great but not necessary.

This event is free with the purchase of a National Parks entry pass. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets and recording devices are not permitted.