So far Nytom doesn’t have a website or social media presence. However, Katrina Knighton does post occasionally on the West Coast Trail Facebook group – they will likely have the most updated info closer to your departure date.

Taryn,

Thanks so much. That is helpful for sure! Good to know Search and rescue is free. I am in research mode on insurance now.

Will there be a good place to find out the details on the Nytom eatery opening/hours as the summer moves on?

Thanks again,
Carrie

Hi Carrie. Chez Monique’s is permanently closed. However, Monique’s daughter has plans to reopen a similar business in the same location, called Nytom, which is the Indigenous version of her parents last name, Knighton. So far there isn’t any info on when she will open and how often she will be open. Your best bet will be to bring some extra cash and if she’s open when you hike through there, consider a meal there a happy coincidence rather than planning for it.
As far as travel insurance goes, I’m Canadian so unfortunately I don’t have any recommendations for insurance for Americans coming to Canada. Best to check with your insurance broker. It’s worth noting that search and rescue is free in British Columbia so you don’t need coverage for rescue – just medical insurance.

Thanks for this. It is super helpful. We are going at the end of Aug/beginning of Sept later this summer. Is Chez Monique’s still closed or open? Hoping to plan for less food and eat at both restaurants if it is open.

Also, we live in WA state and are wondering if you recommend one particular travel insurance that would cover hiking the W. Coast Trail in case of accident/injury. Do you have a particular company that you like and use?

Thanks,
Carrie

Hi Lisa. You can find my recommendations for West Coast Trail gear in my West Coast Trail packing list here: https://dawnoutdoors.com/west-coast-trail-packing-list/