Pachena Beach and the Trailhead

Two beaches in one

For most visitors, Pachena is a beach day — wide sand, surf, room. For hikers, it is kilometre zero (or seventy-five) of the West Coast Trail.

On Huu-ay-aht land

The campground and much of the surrounding area are Huu-ay-aht. Camp by their rules, on their land, with respect.

Anchor a trip here

Beach in the morning, trailhead photo at noon, back to the cottage by evening. Pachena organizes a Bamfield stay around itself.

Timeline

• The deep place: Pachena sits in Huu-ay-aht territory, on an ancient coastline.
• The trailhead: The northern gateway of the West Coast Trail.
• Today: Beach days and thru-hikes, same sand.