Chesterman Beach
Chesterman Beach, Tofino: Address, Phone Number, Chesterman Beach Reviews: 5/5
Chesterman Beach
Chesterman Beach
5
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Restaurants
40 within 5 kms
Tacofino Cantina
2,378
0.7 km$ • Quick Bites • Mexican • Fast food
Chocolate Tofino
1,015
0.8 km$$ - $$$ • Dessert • Canadian
wildside grill
1,083
0.8 km$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Seafood • Fast food
The Pointe Restaurant at the Wickaninnish Inn
1,162
1 km$$$$ • Seafood • Canadian • Vegetarian Friendly
Tofitan Cafe
176
0.8 km$ • Quick Bites • Cafe • Canadian
Tacofino Food Truck
64
0.8 km$ • Quick Bites • Mexican • Fast food
Driftwood Cafe at the Wickaninnish Inn
114
1 km$$ - $$$ • Cafe • Canadian • Vegetarian Friendly
Darwin's Cafe
56
1.4 km$ • Cafe • Canadian • Vegetarian Friendly
Surfside Grill
77
1.9 km$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Bar • Seafood
RedCan Gourmet
340
2.2 km$$ - $$$ • Pizza • Canadian • Vegetarian Friendly
Attractions
26 within 5 kms
Cox Bay Beach
271
1.5 kmBeaches
Long Beach
1,235
1.5 kmBeaches
Schooner Cove
389
1.5 kmBeaches
Rainforest Trail
891
1.5 kmHiking Trails
Tofino Brewing Company
405
2.1 kmBreweries
Solart Glass Studio
6
0.7 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Tofino Botanical Gardens
361
1.5 kmGardens • Scenic Walking Areas
Henry's Carving Shed
24
0.9 kmArt Galleries
Tonquin Park
276
3.4 kmParks
Clayoquot Sound
138
3.8 kmBodies of Water
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1,522 reviews
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AllanNikki
Calgary, Canada49 contributions
Life’s a beach!
Apr. 2021 • Couples
Not our typical beach comparing to Mexico, Cuba and such. Overall amazing place to visit. Still cold in April to go swimming, but if you have a wet suit and love to surf. It’s one of the places to go. Beautiful beach and relaxing.
Written April 8, 2021
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must_travel_soon_10
Mississauga, Canada1,339 contributions
Beach cuts into the water at lower tides
Apr. 2021
When the tide is low, you experience a beach that has ocean on both sides. No park pass required, but parking is more limited and I don't recall any washroom facilities. Unique beach and very beautiful.
Written April 6, 2021
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Karin L
Vancouver, Canada13 contributions
amazing walk on Chesterman Beach
Mar. 2021
easy walk that can go for miles - beautiful scenery
we lucked out and got a sunny day to explore - but I'm waiting for warmer weather to go in the ocean - there were brave souls enjoying the waves
we lucked out and got a sunny day to explore - but I'm waiting for warmer weather to go in the ocean - there were brave souls enjoying the waves
Written March 26, 2021
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Retired Travel Agent
Penticton, Canada8 contributions
TinWisResort view
Feb. 2021
Stay at this resort for the extraordinary ocean views from your room, especially the sunsets. Love this hotel.
Written February 13, 2021
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Narinderpal Sin... P
Surrey, Canada1 contribution
Amazing
Jan. 2021 • Family
Excellent, soothing, fabulous tides, had great time, relaxing, wasn’t too cold even in winter, best ocean views
Written January 16, 2021
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Departure683118
Wardner, Canada13 contributions
Beautiful and sheltered
Oct. 2020 • Couples
We visited this beach more than any of the others during our stay on the coast. Not only was it smaller than some of the others, but it seemed more sheltered. The rocky outcrops, and a number of close, small islands, however, really made the crashing waves that much more spectacular. The sand was hard...easy walking...and there seemed to be more “treasures” to be found. We loved exploring here, and watching the many surfers who practiced their craft here. And as an added bonus, the sunsets were beautiful. This will definitely be our go-to beach when we return!
Written December 9, 2020
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briguy1960
Vancouver, Canada27 contributions
Paradise in November
Nov. 2020
WE actually stayed one bay over in Cox bay. We hiked over to Chesterman Beach for a couple of days. Ok there are no palm trees, but it is as warm as you are going to find in Canada. The sound and the vibe of the surf is intoxicating. Instant metal peace
Written December 3, 2020
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B0b125
Vancouver, Canada148 contributions
How can you not love it?
Nov. 2020 • Couples
Any where on the wild coast is spectacular. The beach is more protected than others so may be better for smaller children. Not my favorite beach but it is in super tough competiton.
Written November 21, 2020
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Jordan L.
Kelowna, Canada14 contributions
Sunset at Chesterman's
Oct. 2020
We arrived to watch some friends surf right as the sun was setting. It was breathtaking. If you can go watch the sunset, do it. Definitely worth planning and stopping by. Easy access to the beach and parking is decent. We enjoyed a fire on the beach with some friends. Windless night and a nice 16 degrees. Can't get any better than that!
Written October 17, 2020
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Leonard S
Surrey, Canada69 contributions
Impressive!
Sep. 2020
Breathtaking views of the other and pounding surf. When it rains it comes down at an angle to bring rain gear if that's in the forecast.
Written October 12, 2020
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Toby Ford
Tofino, Canada12 contributions
What are the Hwy 4 delays like at Kennedy Hill?
Toby Ford
Tofino, Canada12 contributions
Times are as follows but tofinovr can help you further.
Duke Pt ferry terminal to Pt Alberni is 1 hour.
Pt Alberni to Kennedy Hill Stop/ Go is 1 hour
Delays at Kennedy Hill are 20-40 mins.
Kennedy Hill Go to Tofino is 40 mins
Hope this helps BC highways web has closer schedules
Siobhan dillon
0 contributions
Hello,
I read your review which was really helpful.
I want to book a weeks holida in August y I with Tofino as our base. It looks stunning. My one concern is the danger of the ocean there for my kids (9yrs old). They love swimming and the sea.
You made Chesterman beach sound a good place for kids. Did you feel safe or have concerns about rip tides etc?!
Would love some advice if you have time! It’s only me that’ll be worrying....
kmj
Seattle, WA28 contributions
Apologies I missed your question . As for riptides, signs are posted warning of both riptides & cold water, recommending wetsuits for water activities. From what we observed, Chesterman beach appeared safe at low tides for beach walks & and ankle wading. We also saw families with kids enjoying picnics and playing on the beach. We didn’t swim nor have kiddos with us the time. As for swimming, I think Tin Wis beach - open to public - but by the Best Western Hotel property would be the most protected spot we found for kids to play. Have a great holiday!!
Jesycka S
Niagara Falls, Canada31 contributions
I am interest in this spot for a possible vacation. We are looking to check out some tide pools and also wanted to do some whale watching. I was wondering if you can do both of those things here and if there are unique vacations rental like cabins and treehouses near by?
Thank you!
Gary H
Penticton, Canada519 contributions
Hi...yep...you can all of that and more on the west coast of Vancouver Island. Both Tofino and Ucluelet offer many many opportunities. Bear in mind that Tofino is crazy busy so doing your research for reservations for accommodations and whale watching is a must. And don't be shocked by prices. The cost of vacationing is a home or hotel is pretty steep.
islandkat2010
vancouver british columbia25 contributions
Are dogs allowed on beach in October?
Richard P
40 contributions
Yes. It's a great place to take the dogs. They can run for hours and hours.
tanya592
Kamloops, Canada9 contributions
Any rip tides on Chesterton? Is it safe for kids to swim?
Lynn M
54 contributions
as long as you pay close attention to your children in the waves, they should be fine, the tides & currents are strong for novices, so if they aren't average swimmers... swim close to them, & I would recommend not letting them venture out by themselves out of your swimming compacity!!
karenquinn2016
Balloch, UK90 contributions
What is the best time of year to vist? Nice weather and fishing trips, thanks for looking, Karen.
hockeye44
Sechelt, Canada144 contributions
Last week of July and the first week of August....Best time to see the Tofino end of the peninsula. Ucluelet at the southern end is known for the fog and the residents even call it Fogust. The Chesterman Beach end, which is the northern end of the peninsula, just south of Tofino is great - especially last week of July and first week of August. There are many opportunities to have guided fishing trips out of Tofino, plus the Grey Whale watching tours. Best place to stay, if you reserve soon, the Pacific Sands Resort on Cox Bay....or Long Beach Lodge...The Wichaninnish Inn is fine by very expensive. Keep in mind that this whole peninsula (25 miles in length) from Tofino to Ucluelet has one of the highest occupancy rates year round....so reserve early or you will be out of luck.
Jaydee1811
Vancouver, Canada0 contributions
Hi all,
Are you allowed to have a bonfire at this beach somewhere?
Thanks in advance!
Edvin H
Sechelt, Canada22 contributions
Yes - sure can..weather permitted. Sometimes there are fire bans in effect if it is too dry..
