Ucluelet Attractions
MV Lady Rose
250-726-4641 or 1-800-663-7192
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This small freighter, which delivers mail and cargo to isolated camps from Port Alberni down the Alberni Inlet to Bamfield and Ucluelet (on alternating days). Reservations are recommended in the summer.
Jamie’s Whaling Station
168 Fraser Lane, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0
1-877-726-7444
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Team of local experts has been professionally guiding adventure seekers from around the world to explore the nooks and crannies of Clayoquot Sound and Barkley Sound since 1982! Jamie’s operates our waterfront Adventure Stations in the hearts of both seaside communities of Tofino and Ucluelet.
Wild Pacific Trail
Peninsula Rd, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0
250-726-7600
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This scenic trail winds along the coastline, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, rugged cliffs, and lush forests. It’s a popular spot for hiking and wildlife viewing.
Pacific Rim National Park Reserve
Highway 4, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0
250-726-3500
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This national park reserve encompasses a diverse range of ecosystems, including rainforests, beaches, and coastal waters. It offers opportunities for hiking, surfing, birdwatching, and beachcombing.
Ucluelet Aquarium
180 Main St, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0
250-726-2782
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This small, community-driven aquarium showcases local marine life, providing an educational experience for visitors of all ages. It focuses on sustainable and ethical practices.
Amphitrite Point Lighthouse
Peninsula Rd, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0
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Located in the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, this lighthouse offers stunning views of the coastline and provides a great spot for whale watching during migration seasons.
Surfing in Ucluelet
Various surf shops and beaches in Ucluelet
Contact individual surf schools (and websites) for details
Ucluelet is known for its excellent surfing conditions. Visitors can take lessons, rent equipment, and ride the waves along the rugged coastline.
Cedar House Gallery
1886 Peninsula Rd, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0
250-726-2676
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This art gallery showcases the works of local artists, including paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and other unique creations inspired by the natural surroundings of Ucluelet.
Thornton Creek Hatchery
2456 Peninsula Rd, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0
250-726-8507
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This hatchery is dedicated to salmon conservation and offers an opportunity to learn about the life cycle of salmon and their importance to the local ecosystem.
This town of 1,500, located on Barclay Sound, was named for the Indian word for “safe harbour”. Ucluelet is about 180 km west of Nanaimo, and 100 km west of Port Alberni via the scenic Highway 4. Ucluelet is neighboured to the northwest by rugged and beautiful Pacific Rim National Park. and the town of Tofino about 40 km to the northwest.