3685 - Tofino Nautical Chart

The Hub of Clayoquot Sound: 3685 - Tofino

Navigate the vibrant and technical waters of British Columbia’s premier coastal destination with the professional authority of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS). Chart 3685 is the definitive 1:20,000 scale "road map" for mariners, providing the precise data required for safe passage through the high-traffic waters surrounding the Esowista Peninsula and the bustling village of Tofino.

Critical Precision for High-Traffic Waterways

Tofino is a complex maritime environment where heavy commercial tourism, fishing fleets, and recreational boaters converge. CHS Chart 3685 provides the "ground-truth" data required for safe pilotage:

• Tofino Harbour & Inlets: Features the high-detail mapping necessary for approaching the public and private docks in Tofino, identifying safe slips and local submerged hazards.

• The Main Channels: Detailed bathymetry for Father Charles Channel and Templar Channel, the primary arteries for vessels transiting the outer sound toward the inner inlets.

• Clayoquot & Stubbs Islands: Provides the resolution needed to navigate the intricate passages between Clayoquot Island, Stubbs Island, and the surrounding reef systems.

• Browning Passage Access: Offers critical data for entering the southern reaches of the sound, ensuring safe clearance from shifting sandbars and drying rocks common in this dynamic region.

The Professional Standard for Tofino Maritime Safety

With the increasing volume of recreational boating and ocean resource development in Clayoquot Sound, the reliability of Chart 3685 is more vital than ever. Specifically designed to show precise water depths, seafloor characteristics, and navigational aids, this chart ensures mariners can transition from the open Pacific to a sheltered Tofino berth with total confidence.