Huge trees thrive in the wet Port Renfrew area. Avatar Grove (called T’l’oqwxwat by the Pacheedaht First Nation) is a great place to see some old growth trees.

The Upper Grove Trail (left side, 560m return) is the most popular route as it leads to "Canada's Gnarliest Tree," a cedar with a gargantuan burl (knotty growth). The path is steeper and has multiple sets of stairs.

Avatar Grove is located on Gordon River Road, an unpaved industrial (logging road). It is a 7km detour from Highway 14 and about 15-20 minutes drive from Port Renfrew. Drive very slowly to avoid potholes and give way to industrial traffic.

Please note that Avatar Grove has been temporarily closed since 2022. The boardwalks are in a stare of disrepair. Use the trails at your own risk