In recent years, storm watching has become a major winter attraction for the Chesterman Beach and Tofino area. With hurricane force winds buffeting the coastline producing massive waves which explode like fireworks against the rocks sending spray rocketing skyward in an awesome display of nature at it's wildest. Walking the beaches and trails with the ocean and wind pounding down around you takes you into a surreal world of sailing ships and ancient explorers. Weather on the West Coast changes dramatically and can take you from sunshine and blue skies to a full blown storms all in one day.