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The West Coast Trail Unit of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, includes the section of coast southeast of Barkley Sound between the villages of Bamfield and Port Renfrew.
This 63,358-acre strip of coastline contains the 46-mile historic West Coast Trail constructed for the rescue of shipwrecked mariners.
This trail largely retraces an old telegraph route first established in 1890 and follows a rugged shoreline where hundreds of ships have met their demise along this stretch, also known as the "Graveyard of the Pacific."
The topography ranges from sandy beaches to rocky headlands and wide sandstone ledges. Caves, arches, tidal pools and waterfalls add variety to the shoreline.
The land along the trail is temperate coastal rain forest dominated by ancient spruce, hemlock and cedar.
To enjoy the trail, which can be difficult, you must be able to hike long distances across rough terrain with a heavy pack. You should expect to be isolated and on your own for five to seven days.
Some of the tallest and largest trees in Canada are known to be in the vicinity of the West Coast Trail.
An overnight use permit is required when hiking the West Coast Trail.
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