The Best Places for Storm Watching in BC

With colder weather moving in, storm season is well underway in British Columbia, and there is no shortage of prime storm-watching locations along the province’s West Coast. This is the season for spectacular dramatic skies, wild rain, and big surf. Indigenous properties offer a front-row storm-watching experience, from hotels near the well-known surf town of Tofino to remote lodges along the rugged coastline of the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve.

Tin Wis Resort, Tofino BC

Tin Wis Resort is located on preserved Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation land along the south side of Tofino, nestled in the protected cove of MacKenzie Beach. The resort is renowned for providing the perfect vantage point for storm-watching. Guests can stroll the beach and enjoy the exhilarating winds of the wild West Coast or choose to sip on a hot beverage from the comfort of the cozy suites while the winter surf unfolds.

Haida House, Haida Gwaii BC

Located along the banks of the serene Tlell River, Haida House is surrounded by lush ancient forest and open sky. The Haida House Lodge and oceanside cabins offer the ideal setting for those seeking a unique storm-watching experience. Guest cabins are just steps away from Graham Island’s dramatic east coast, where winds regularly hit more than 40 kilometres per hour from November through January.  Perfect storm-watching conditions!

Wya Point Resort, Ucluelet BC

Wya Point Resort rests on pristine, private beaches just outside Ucluelet, surrounded by 600 acres of old-growth forest on Ucluelet First Nation’s traditional territory. The seaside resort offers luxurious lodges and ocean-side yurts where guests can truly unplug and experience the thrilling storm-watching of this spectacular remote location in BC’s Pacific Rim.

Media release and images provided by Melissa Verdicchio, Nine Point Agency.