Tested by us· May 2025Half day (~5 hrs)4 stops
In the off-season, Tofino's weather is the main event. Here's how to spend a wild grey day without ever feeling cold.
The day, stop by stop
Late morning
Suit up and walk Long Beach in the rain
16 km of empty sand with the surf detonating against it. Borrowed rain gear and you'll love it.
Lunch
Tacos at Tacofino
The original food truck behind the surf shop. Ling cod taco, hot sauce, no regrets.
Afternoon
Hot springs by boat… or a hot sauna
If the swell allows, a boat runs to Hot Springs Cove. If it doesn't, the cedar sauna in town is the consolation prize.
Dusk
Window seat at the Wickaninnish
Order a hot toddy and watch the storm throw itself at the rocks through floor-to-ceiling glass.