Clayoquot Sound is such a great area. There are so many long, sandy beaches that many people mistake it for a tropical paradise. Much of the area is exposed to the open Pacific Ocean and unlike the Broken Group Islands, currents are bigger factor here. As the Sound is quite large, we move camp once so that we can get the true essence of this area. The intertidal life is great and the Bald Eagles are always close by singing their lilting tunes. Looking out at the open ocean has helped some of our guests understand the nothingness of time.
We're located in Port Alberni on Highway 4 - the Pacific Rim Highway. Across the road is Clutesi Marina, where fishing boats are launched to go out the Alberni Inlet to the open Pacific Ocean. Some of our sea kayaking day trips start from here. We rent Seaward sea kayaks and Rocky Mountain Bicycles. Shuttle service for Log Train Trail.
Batstar is surrounded by walking trails along the Somass River and the paved trails along Kitsuksis Dyke. This is all part of an estuary where you can see all sorts of bird life and the occasional Black Bear. 5 species of Salmon swim in the Somass. Grab lunch from Batstar Cafe & Picnic and sit on the benches and relax by the river.
