Part 2 of the West Coast trail starts along the southern coastline of Vancouver Island and rejoins Alice as she continues south up and down ladders through the woods, and over miles of rocky ...

Guardians and trail need 'climate-proofing' Though the closure of the lighthouses is not a Parks Canada decision, it’s part and parcel of the federal government adequately resourcing the West Coast ...

The West Coast Trail Express (250-470-8700, www.trailbus.com) offers daily shuttles to Port Renfrew in the south (two hours from Victoria) and Bamfield in the north (four hours from Victoria).

Stretching from Port Renfrew to Bamfield on the southwestern rim of Vancouver Island is the best hike on the planet, says Rick McCharles, who has completed the West Coast Trail four times. "It's a ...

Foulger had a ticket for the West Coast Trail Express, so Anderson drove him to the trailhead at Port Renfrew. Anderson says he was happy to offer his help. "I don't know why I wouldn't," he said.