Comments on: Sunshine on the Edge of the World: Nootka Trail Trip Report

By: Taryn Eyton

Taryn Eyton — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:05:20 +0000

In reply to Jazz. I don't hike with a dog, and every dog and dog owner is different, so I can't give a definitive answer. However, the area is home to a very large wolf population. In general, wolves see dogs as competitors for territory. While I haven't heard of wolves attacking dogs on Nootka, it something I've heard about in other areas of coastal Vancouver Island. As well, I'm not sure if dogs are allowed on the water taxi or float planes. In general, I don't think is a good hike to do with a dog.

By: Jazz

Jazz — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 02:30:38 +0000

Hello,
Woundering if this hike is suitable for a dog?

By: Paul Wood

Paul Wood — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 03:54:03 +0000

It has changed a lot since we did it in the 80s. At that time we were among the first to hike it. I think we were the third or fourth to do so. We saw a cougar, wolves, bears, and sea sea lions. Bajo point was the site of shipwreck years ago. The ship was from San Francisco, trying to make it to Vancouver, but got caught in fog, overshot the strait of Juan de Fuca, and crashed into the reef at Bajo. Many people made it ashore and somehow survived for more than aa month in the woods.
We also found lots of Japanese glass balls, including two 16 inches in diameter. In total, I’ve hiked Nootka three times. Love it.

By: Darryl

Darryl — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 18:22:52 +0000

Thanks for sharing Taryn. I came across your article while doing some research on the area for a little book. I did this hike in 2006 and sorry Martin (above) had perfect weather. Having 2 very experienced hikers definitely helped the 2 newbies (me included). Spectacular hike, but not easy even in great weather. Calvin Falls was a highlight and I think that plane must land whenever he sees people. If its the same one – he pulled out a fold-up surfboard and went for a surf just off shore.

By: Martin

Martin — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 20:50:54 +0000

Did this hike in 2005. It was the toughest hike I’ve ever done. It poured rain constantly. It was like being in the shower the whole time. We had trouble starting fires and staying dry. You definitely want to be a seasoned west coast wet hiker. My pack was getting heavier as it got wetter. All the water was tea coloured and even after filtering tasted like wet grass. I wish I would have had your weather luck.

By: Taryn Eyton

Taryn Eyton — Mon, 06 Jul 2020 17:01:18 +0000

In reply to Anna Lumiere.

Yes, going all the way to Beano in one day might be hard. I remember the inland section around Maquinna point taking a long time. There are some pocket coves on the east side of Maquinna Point that make good campsites – just make sure you choose one that has running water as many of them don’t. Our last campsites (which would be your first) was in a cove on the east side of Maquinna Point where a small, round lake inland supplies a stream that runs to the beach. If you look on a map or google earth you’ll see the spot I mean. Have fun. It’s a gorgeous trail

By: Anna Lumiere

Anna Lumiere — Mon, 06 Jul 2020 16:55:11 +0000

Hi,
we have to do the trail in reverse landing on Jewett Lake, because of Covid (not allowed onto the band land). Can you tell me if going from Jewett Lake to Maquinna Point and camping there is a good idea ? I feel like camping at Beano would be so far with the heaviest packs and only getting dropped off at 10 am.

By: Bronwyn

Bronwyn — Mon, 17 Sep 2018 13:27:25 +0000

Just finished hiking the trail and found your post so so helpful! Thank you!

By: Sherry

Sherry — Mon, 20 Aug 2018 19:30:02 +0000

Hi Taryn! So glad to have found your page, we leave for Nootka on Friday from Seattle! So excited! Thanks for putting it out there!

By: Steve Vath

Steve Vath — Sat, 03 Feb 2018 21:56:39 +0000

In reply to Anjuli. Try the SCT from Lund to Saltery bay