Tahsis

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Tahsis

Take the Road Trip Less Travelled

Located on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, Tahsis is a premier eco-tourism destination with unparalleled outdoor recreation, stunning coastal scenery, and a walkable village.

Tahsis offers an abundance of nature activities such as sport fishing, hiking, caving, wildlife viewing, diving, and all manner of water sports. Visit this beautiful coastal community nestled in the heart of Nootka Sound!

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Everything in One Surprising Place

Mountains, Rivers, Forests and Fun

Adventurers love the village of Tahsis, located in the heart of the spectacular Nootka Sound, Tahsis Inlet, and the surrounding Rugged Mountain Range. Blessed with abundant natural resources, stunning scenery, undisturbed wildlife and a thriving fishery, it is a wonderland for hardcore fishing enthusiasts, extreme sports fans and curious historians.
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A Journey as Wonderful as the Destination

Roadtrip to Tahsis

The road from Gold River to Tahsis is part of the experience to savour. The road winds through lush valleys, skips over tumbling rivers and skirts alongside mountain cliffs. There are many opportunities to pull over at the viewpoints to soak in the vistas and spot the wildlife.

This picturesque west coast village is a small but friendly community that boasts all the amenities needed to support a burgeoning eco-adventure industry and an atmosphere saturated with the history of ingenuity and perseverance.

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An Adventure at Every Turn

Historic Trails and Discoveries

Little has changed in this area since the early 1900s when logging was introduced. Relics of the past can be found throughout the community, on the beaches, and in the trail networks around the community. Many proud locals have been here for decades and are often tremendous resources to those looking to learn about the past.

For those seeking a contemplative adventure, scenic day trips to the mission of Esperanza, Friendly Cove or Zeballos are easily arranged through the many fishing and guiding outfits. While cruising through the many inlets, watch for the rafts of sea otters as they soak in the sun.

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The Pristine Waters are Calling

Dive, Boat, Kayak and Swim

The full-service marina and boat launch is a hive of activity. It provides services to private boaters and professional guides whose guests head to the rich fishing grounds of Nootka Sound.

Serious anglers will be treated to excellent saltwater fishing and the opportunity to land some of the largest salmon and halibut caught in BC. Experienced sea kayakers often launch from Tahsis to explore the seemingly endless bays and inlets of Nootka and Kyuquot Sounds. This area is also becoming better known as having some of the world’s finest cold water dive sites.

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Journey to Sites of Natural Beauty

Caves, Trails and Waterfalls

On land, you will find many opportunities to explore the historical sites of Nootka Sound. Delve into the surrounding hills and valleys to view abundant wildlife, hike the Nootka Trail on Nootka Island, and spelunk the vast networks of karst caverns where rare depigmented trout can be found.

With good reason, this region is becoming known as the Cave Capital of Canada; nearby Thanksgiving Cave is more than 8 km long. All adventures can be tailored for people of various ages and fitness levels.

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