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Spot de Vancouver Island | Chesterman Beach

Vancouver Island | Chesterman Beach

Vancouver Island | Chesterman Beach

Overview

Chesterman Beach is one of the most famous beaches in the Tofino area, on the wild west coast of Vancouver Island. This west-facing spot receives direct Pacific swells and offers excellent surfing and kitesurfing conditions in SW to NW winds. The beach is divided into two sections by a small rocky headland. Spectacular scenery with temperate rainforest as a backdrop.

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On the water

Pacific ocean waves — surf conditions with regular swell. Sandy bottom. Waves can reach 2-3m in big swells. Powerful shore break. The north section is more sheltered than the south. Cold water year-round (8-12°C).

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Hazards

Powerful Pacific swell with violent shore break. Rip currents. Rocks between the two beach sections. Busy surf zone — surfers have priority. Very cold water (5/4 full wetsuit required). Remote from medical facilities. Bears possible on the beach.

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