Stage 2 of the West Coast Trail covers 12.7 km from Michigan Creek to Tsusiat Falls, with 602 m of ascent and 579 m of descent. The highest point is 86 m. Allow about 6.5 hours of walking, plus breaks.
Distance, climb and elevation come from the Outest route data. Difficulty and time are estimates from distance and climb; your pace will vary with heat, pack weight and photo stops.
Designated Parks Canada wilderness campsite at km 23. Wide beach and forest sites on the north side of the river, with an outhouse and food locker. The river is tidal, so take water from the creek on the south side, reached by the cable car.
Designated Parks Canada wilderness campsite at km 17. A quieter beach site with an outhouse and food locker; few tent spots on the main beach and more by the creek. A Guardian cabin is nearby (not for hikers).
Designated Parks Canada wilderness campsite at km 25. The most popular and busiest campsite, on sand below the waterfall, with an outhouse and food lockers. Take water above the falls, away from swimmers.
Checked online in October 2026. Places marked "not confirmed by the operator" are on the official trail map, OpenStreetMap or in guides but could not be checked on an official page. West Coast Trail campsites cannot be booked: your Parks Canada overnight reservation covers every designated site, so carry a tent and all your food. Camp above the high-tide line and store food in the metal lockers.
Emergency: call 911 or Parks Canada dispatch 1-877-852-3100. Carry a satellite messenger. Emergency & health guide
Pharmacies, ATMs, shops and stops: © OpenStreetMap contributors. Hospitals and health centres checked online.
The full stage works offline in Outest, with the route, elevation, water and village points, and a trail guide you can ask about conditions and the next place to sleep.