Bamfield is divided into two areas, separated by approximately 200 yards of the Bamfield Inlet. The west side of the village offers a waterfront boardwalk that connects all the homes and docks on the harbour. On the east side of Bamfield you’ll find local businesses that include a friendly pub, a food market and café.
The year-round population of Bamfield and surrounding Anacla Communities is approximately 300, but during the summer months this area sees up to 10,000 visitors all seeking the rugged, natural beauty of this super natural landscape. The setting features a temperate rainforest with protected inlets and an exposed Pacific Coast, and is the home of the Huu-ay-aht First Nations.
Fishing
For those who fish we also have fish cutting tables, vacuum packing and freezing available for a small fee. Guests can also book half day fishing trips and half day site seeing aboard one of our 2 vessels, a 28 ft Kingfisher or 26ft Grady White.
Beaches
Bamfield is home to amazing beaches, Pachena Bay, Tapaltos Beach, Keeha Beach and the Famous Brady’s Beach is a 20 minute walk on a slightly hilly, dirt road. Perfect for a day of lounging, picnic or even a day of swimming.
Dining
A beautiful spot for a quiet dinner or happy-hour cocktail, Flora’s is within walking distance of the resort. The Bamfield Wreckage is also one of our favorite spots. Check websites for hours and reservations.
Hiking – West Coast Trail
There are 77 amazing kilometres of old growth forest from Port Renfrew to Bamfield! The trail began from a shipwreck in 1906 as an effort for emergency relief. Now, outdoor enthusiasts from around the world travel through the rainforest, across beaches, alongside falls, up vertical ladders, and over log bridges amongst untouched wilderness. The West Coast Trail is voted one of the best hikes in the world!
Paddling
Bamfield Point Resort offers 2 paddle boards and 2 kayaks to go exploring the shorelines. The Barkley Sound is a great place to see wildlife on the open ocean for paddlers of all skill levels. Paddle alongside whales, kingfishers and herons. Protected calm waterways also offer opportunities to see wildlife.
Cape Beal Lighthouse
In 1874, the Cape Beale lighthouse was built on a bluff over 50 meters above sea level. In order to get here, follow the Tapaltos Trail, an offshoot of the Keeha Bay Trail, located in the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. The light house is located beyond Tapaltos Beach, about a 6km easy to moderate hike in (12k round trip). You will rise over rocky hills, swampy bogs and cross sand flats — be sure to check that the tide will be low. Allow for about 8 hours to do this.