MacKenzie Beach is a beautiful sandy beach and a very popular sandy beach... mainly because it is close to the village of Tofino BC and all the main amenities. The beautiful fine sand of the beach is a popular destination for walking, jogging and lounging because the beach is so long and sand is so plentiful. The fact that many resorts are on the shores of Mackenzie Beach or within close walking distance draws attention to the beach also.

MacKenzie Beach is in a protected bay fronted by rock outcroppings and backed with wind dwarfed trees. MacKenzie Beach is an ideal family beach because the waves are usually calmer then the other beaches making them more accessible to swim in for children.

The beach is long and filled with beach activity often like sandcastle building, bogey boarding, beach walks, snorkeling, frisbee, broche ball, reading, surfing and relaxing. MacKenzie Beach is ideal for swimming and bogey boarding because of the slow slapping waves, shallow waters and the vast amount of open spaces to wander.

How to get to MacKenzie Beach: The MacKenzie Beach area is located at the end of Helesen Rd. An area with very little parking. MacKenzie Beach is within walking distance of the village of Tofino BC, so if you can, leave the car at base camp, do it.