Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.
Chesterman Beach
Popular beach for surfing and family-friendly shoreline walks
Cox Bay Beach
Known for powerful waves and vibrant surf culture
Grice Bay Beach
Calm inlet-style beach near Pacific Rim wetlands
Halfmoon Bay Beach
Quiet tucked-away cove near Chesterman with fewer visitors
Long Beach
Most iconic Pacific Rim beach with vast sands and consistent surf
Mackenzie Beach
Calm waters protected from strong surf, ideal for beginners
Rosie Bay Beach
Lesser-known bay offering peaceful views away from main beaches
Tonquin Beach
Secluded cove accessed by trail near Tofino town
Tofino sits in British Columbia, Canada and is home to 8 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.
Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Tofino or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.
