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Chesterman Beach

Tofino, British Columbia, Canada
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Ranked #1 of 18 attractions in Tofino
Type: Beaches
Activities: Surfing
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Cold Lake, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

great for a quiet walk along the beach. Had a fire and watched the sunset and then starred at the many many stars that we don't see in the city!

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Maple Ridge, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

Beautiful, clean & uncluttered offering stretching to the horizon beaches Weather was socked in however with a stiff breeze off the ocean it cleared and the sun came out to show spectacular views

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Vancouver Island, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Come here often at all times of the year to enjoy the surroundings. Highly recommended spot amongst many in this part of the west coast of Vancouver Is.

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Vancouver, Canada
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4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Walked to Chesterman's from Crystal Cove Resort nearby. Lovely beach that swoops as two crescents, which makes for interesting tides. Many homes along the waterfront so it doesn't feel as isolated as Long Beach. We decided to walk because of a review saying you had to pay for parking and it wasn't that far for us. We walked through the... More

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Courtenay, Canada
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6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This is a nice beach for kids with boogie boards or learning to surf. However with a very big swell, there are outflows - in the southern corner particularly. People live all along the beach and try very hard to discourage walkers on or through their properties. I guess I don't blame them. Parking is at a premium. At least... More

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San Francisco, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

easy walking; can take your dog; quiet. can go out to Frank's Island at low tide; readily accessible from the hotel. could ride a bike on the sand, too.

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Kelowna, Canada
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Tofino is one of our families favorite places to go to. We all feel the need for a "Tofino" fix every year possible. Chsterman Beach is wonderful in so many ways...it is clean, it is long so you can stroll leisurely, or you can jog, or you can brace the cold waves and feel exhilerated afterwards! It is the perfect... More

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Sechelt, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Lovely walking beach with easy access at the north end. Had to go over the rocks on the south end to re-connect with Cox Bay.

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Calgary, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

One of our goals taking our family to Tofino in August 2012 was of course spending quality family time, soaking ourselves in Hot Springs Cove and see star fish cluster along the beautiful Tofino beaches. Well by the third and last day of our stay in the area we had successfully taken the tour and we not only soak in... More

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Victoria, Canada
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Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

At low tide you have the opportunity to walk out to Frank Island just off shore. Note the island is private property. There is an eagles nest on the island to your right. There is a closer view of lighthouse for out there. You have a marvelous view back along the shore line, the sandy bays, homes and resort. There... More

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