Step into the intertidal zone a world shaped by the rhythm of the tides where every rock pool reveals a hidden story. Join for a guided shoreline exploration and discover colourful seaweeds, crabs, and other fascinating life along the shore. This hands-on, family-friendly program encourages curiosity, careful observation, and respect for the creatures we encounter. Join Wild Pacific Trail for this relaxed, one-hour Naturalist guided walk along the ever changing shoreline at Big Beach. Please wear sturdy footwear and be prepared for uneven, rocky terrain. Perfect for locals and visitors alike.

Please supervise children carefully, wear sturdy shoes,. No pets please. Respect the power of the open ocean, stay with your guide. Meet at the Big Beach Picnic Shelter or find us on the beach if you arrive late. 

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

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.

Every Tuesday & Friday in June!

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

Learn about the carnivores that live in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, and the trail cameras that Parks Canada staff use to study them.

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 and is open to all ages.  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 Trail Camera

Take a deep dive into the wondrous world of octopuses! Which one of their unique behaviours will surprise you the most?

Doors Open at 7:30pm at the Greenpoint Theatre!

Photo credit: Peter, iNaturalist

A guided tour of the fascinating world that exists where the land meets the sea.

Every Wednesday and Saturday this June!

This event is free with the purchase of a National Park entry pass. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets.

Meet at the Kwisitis Visitor Centre Parking Lot.

Photo by Parks Canada

Sharks and bats are often misunderstood, and many are rare species that need our help.  Learn more about these fascinating animals, and why they are so important with Parks Canada!

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 Credit: Parks Canada

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

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

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

As part of the 2026 Haahuupa Series, this National Indigenous Peoples Day, join čiisqʷał (Nicki Love) to explore Nuu-chah-nulth teachings in contemporary society alongside Nicki's traditional whalebone tools, offering space for learning, reflection, and cultural connection.

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?

Every Monday this June!

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 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.

Every Monday this June.

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

Small Town, Big Picture: Ucluelet is one of 5 courses available within the West Coast Ambassador Program. This three-hour orientation session delivers the “big picture” of living in Ucluelet. Learn about local history and basic ecology, cross-cultural understanding, businesses and activities, festivals, 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). 

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!

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.

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.

Every Tuesday & Friday in June!

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

A fun, hands-on activity that will teach you all about the lives of the Southern Resident Killer Whales with the help of a Parks Canada Naturalist.

Every Tuesday this June!

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 may be limited.

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

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

A guided tour of the fascinating world that exists where the land meets the sea.

Every Wednesday and Saturday this June!

This event is free with the purchase of a National Park entry pass. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets.

Meet at the Kwisitis Visitor Centre Parking Lot.

Photo by 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! 

To learn more, visit: Visitor Information — Tofino Museum

Photo credits: Tofino Clayoquot Heritage Museum 

Drop by the Seasonal Species Booth with Wild Pacific Trail naturalists and explore the plants, animals, and marine life currently active along the coast.

Wondering what you spotting on the trail? Bring your photos and questions to learn more about the incredible seasonal species that call this area home.

A fun and interactive drop-in for curious locals and visitors of all ages.

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.