Surfing

There's no wonder Tofino is Canada's surf capital. Home to the aptly named Long Beach and a host of others, the waves keep rolling in along miles of sandy beaches - 35km of surf-able beach break to be exact, leaving plenty of room for all boarders, from absolute surf beginners to seasoned waveriders.

The water is a cool, yet fairly constant 10°C/50°F, making surfing a year-round activity in Tofino, with some of the best rides being caught during the winter when the surf is definitely up! Neoprene is the order of the day with wetsuits, booties, gloves and a hood recommended if you want to spend quality time in the water.

Get started with Tofino surf schools, offering lessons and surf camps, where certified instructors share their knowledge of proper surfing technique, ocean safety, and surf etiquette. Visit our surf shops for surf gear rentals, they're also the best place for advice on current conditions and where to ride the next epic wave during your stay.

In October, Tofitians will welcome the best women in surf to the Second Annual Queen of the Peak. This will be an exciting time to be in Tofino, with a week's worth of exciting, educational, and just plain entertaining activities to watch and experience. Keep your eyes peeled for some surf-themed deals and events, coming soon to a west coast beach break near you!

Surfing

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