The majority of the hike is along the shoreline, on sandy beaches and over rocky escarpments. With an‘infinity pool’ thanks to a tidal dammed creek and established campsites this is a great place to enjoy the first day and soak up the west coast experience swimming, beachcombing and exploring. Upon landing at Louie Bay Lagoon it is a 45 minute hike through a rain forest along a marked trail to Third Beach and the open Pacific Ocean and miles of sandy beaches, perfect for beachcombing. Pilots double as tour guides, pointing out significant landmarks and insights into the history of Nootka Island. Far superior to a water taxi, this 40k flight offers spectacular views of Nootka Sound, flying over the route you will hike to help familiarize yourself with the route. Hiking the Nootka Trail begins in Gold River, BC with Air Nootka floatplane service to Louie Bay at the north end of Nootka Island. Expect to see sea otters, river otters, black bear, wolves and whales as well as First Nations artifacts along your hike. The Nootka Island Trail features miles of sandy beaches flanked by old growth rain forest, sea caves carved by high tides, crashing open Pacific surf and stunning west coast sunsets to end the day with. The MV Uchuck III does not stop at Louie Bay. Start your hike from Louie Bay with a flight in from Gold River via Air Nootka. Unlike Vancouver Island’s popular West Coast Trail, there’s no need to apply for a permit and you will likely have most of the trail to yourself. With unlimited access and limitless beaches, the Nootka Island Trail offers hikers a 5 to 7 day, 35km trek following the coastal shoreline of Nootka Island from Louie Bay Lagoon to Friendly Cove. Please call the office to get on the pick up list if you would like a ride back to Gold River. Hike the Nootka Trail We are able to pick up passengers at Friendly Cove on Wednesday and Saturdays.
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