We hiked the remote North Coast Trail on Vancouver Island

We're backpacking 43 KM through the wild Canadian jungle of North Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Vancouver Island was named one of the top 25 most beautiful places in the world in 2023, according to CNN.

We'll share some planning tips for the North Coast Trail (NCT), lessons learned, and give you a sense of the trail conditions in Cape Scott Provincial Park.

If you weren't able to secure a reservation on the West Coast Trail, or prefer a trail with less foot traffic than the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail, this trail is a great alternative. We did a shortened version of the trail over 4 days and 3 nights.

This backcountry trek is not for the first time hiker. The trail is in a remote area, and there are many opportunities to get hurt. Do your homework and make sure you are prepared.
Remember to leave no trace and take only memories.
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TIME STAMPS:
00:00: Trail Plan and preparation
00:53: Day 1 - Cape Sutil to Shuttleworth Bight - what to expect
03:16: Day 2 - Shuttleworth Bight to Laura Creek - what to expect
04:48: Day 3 - Laura Creek to Nissen Bight - what to expect
06:23: Day 4 - Nissen Bight to Cape Scott Parking Lot - what to expect
07:02: Lessons Learned on this backpacking adventure
07:39: Bloopers, outtakes

Hotel that we stayed at in Port Hardy pre and post our adventure: Kwa'lilas Hotel
Water Taxi that we used: Cape Scott Water Taxi
Map that we used: The North Coast Trail - part of The BC Coast Explorer
Music through Epidemic Sound

I'm happy to answer questions that you may have about this adventure.

MESSAGE TO MY AMAZING VIEWERS:
Oh my gosh, I am humbled by your support. I really appreciate receiving your messages and I am thrilled that I can take you on a fun, wee escape every now and then. I love exploring and making videos. Knowing that you are coming along for the ride just gets me even more excited. Thank you!

Stay safe and stay curious.

Yaz

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