Squamish, British Columbia
The self-proclaimed “Adventure capital of Canada” certainly deserves the title. Whether you're hiking up the Stawamus Chief, climbing the hundreds of classic routes, kiteboarding, or just passing through, it won't disappoint the adventurous traveler.
Top Spots in and near Squamish
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Squamish-Lillooet D, British Columbia
Hike to Watersprite Lake
5.08.9 mi / 2772.3 ft gainThe trailhead starts at an old service road and follows it for around 3 km until the trail turns left, off the old service road. Watch for flagging tape as this turn is often missed. Once off the service road, the trail immediately goes down and winds through a meadow with beautiful lakes and ama...Read more -
Squamish-Lillooet, British Columbia
Climb Mt. Garibaldi
12.5 mi / 4350 ft gainDuration: 2 DaysClosed Gate (described below): 49.831834, -123.088424Camp Ground: 49.855926, -123.016797 Driving north from Vancouver along the Sea to Sky Highway (HWY 99) pass through Squamish. Turn right on to Cat Lake Road (Cheekye FSR).49°48’52.6”N 123°07’25.5”W From here the route becomes ...Read more -
Squamish-Lillooet D, British Columbia
Camp at Porteau Cove Provincial Park
3.0Porteau Cove Provincial Park is located 38 km outside of Vancouver just off the Sea-to-Sky highway between Lion’s Bay and Squamish. The park is open year-round for day visits and camping. Porteau Cove Provincial Park is located in the most southerly fjord in North America. The park overlooks Ho...Read more -
Squamish-Lillooet D, British Columbia
Hike to Deeks Lake
3.07.5 mi / 3280.8 ft gainBegin the Deeks Lake trail at the Lions Bay parking lot (same entrance as the Howe Sound Crest Trail) just off of Highway 99 North. The pullout is right before Porteau Cove Provincial Park. Begin by walking past the yellow gate and taking an immediate right into the trail where you will begin y...Read more -
Squamish-Lillooet D, British Columbia
Hike to Crooked Falls
4.04 mi / 1400 ft gainThe trail to Crooked Falls starts at the Sigurd Creek Trail. The coordinates are: N49.910556, W-123.322817. It is a scenic dive just past the Squamish city center and the Squamish River. Once at the trail head you'll walk across a bridge over Sigurd Creek and follow the logging road for a couple...Read more -
Lions Bay, British Columbia
Hike Mt. Brunswick
5.08.75 mi / 5100 ft gainDriving north from Vancouver along the Sea to Sky Highway (HWY 99) turn off at Lions Bay exit and park at the end of Sunset Dr.N 49.470653225392105, -123.23479324579239 WThe trail begins on a gravel service road which winds up for 30 minutes. Take a left at the fork where a sign on the tree reads...Read more -
Lions Bay, British Columbia
Scramble to the Summit of the West Lion via the Binkert Trail
5.010 mi / 5400 ft gainFind parking in a small gravel lot and be careful to park to the left of the sign, as cars do get towed in this area. Cross through the yellow road gate and begin by ascending the gravel road that provides moderate switchbacks before reaching a junction with the Mount Harvey trail, and keep right...Read more -
Whistler, British Columbia
Hike to High Falls Creek, BC
5.05.3 mi / 1719.2 ft gainThis is a great hike with varied terrain. From a flat meandering path to steep, scramble sections with chains and braided ropes. The must-see attraction on this trail is the thunder force of tumbling water heard throughout the day as you hike along a steep walled canyon.You have the option of par...Read more -
Whistler, British Columbia
Summit Black Tusk in Garabaldi Provincial Park
5.019 mi / 5708.7 ft gainThis is a very challenging trail! If you are going to carry in a backpack for an overnight hike, you should have a good level of fitness. For a day hike, the trail is nearly 30km long, so still a good level of fitness is required. The trail isn’t technically challenging, but it is up in the alpin...Read more -
Whistler, British Columbia
Hike to the Black Tusk Lookout Point
5.018.6 mi / 5700 ft gainThe Black Tusk is a distinctive landmark just south of Whistler (the remnants of an old volcano). There is nothing else like it, and it is visible from all over the Sea to Sky area.Depending on your experience and fitness level, you can either: climb right to the top of the Tusk (expert hiking/sc...Read more -
Whistler, British Columbia
Panorama Ridge
4.817.17 mi / 5289 ft gainTake the Sea to Sky Highway (HWY 99) north from Vancouver up towards Whistler. Turn off the highway about 30 minutes before Whistler Village onto Daisy Lake Road. There are signs along the highway indicating the Garibaldi Lake turn off. The trailhead is located at the end of Daisy Lake Road. Ther...Read more -
Whistler, British Columbia
Hike and Camp at Garibaldi Lake
4.6Garibaldi Lake is a huge basin of beautiful turquoise water measuring almost 10 square kilometers (2460 acres), and located at nearly 5000ft above sea level. The lake is over 800 feet deep, filled with pristine glacial water. You’ll be surrounded by big snowy mountains, which remain bright white ...Read more -
Whistler, British Columbia
Explore Garibaldi Park on Snowshoes
Exploring Garibaldi Park by snowshoe is an experience you'll never forget. There is nothing like being in a forest wilderness in the stillness of winter. There are lots of places to snowshoe in the Whistler area, but here are two of the most exciting (yes, snowshoeing can be exciting!) Cheakamus ...Read more -
Bowen Island, British Columbia
Snowshoe to Black Mountain and Eagle Bluffs
5.6 mi / 1312.3 ft gainEagle Bluffs is a perfect hike for anyone looking to get away but not too far from the city! Your trip will start by grabbing your (free) backcountry pass from the Black Mountain lodge in the lower parking lot at the top of cypress bowl road. This is not the main lodge (Cypress Creek Lodge), but ...Read more -
West Vancouver, British Columbia
Bowen Lookout
4.02.48 mi / 443 ft gainThe trailhead is located just off the Cypress Mountain lodge. It winds past old growth forest, and the Yew Lake Meadows. After passing these features the trail turns into a series of switchbacks, gaining the elevation in the last 850m of trail. Before you know it you are rewarded with a beautif...Read more -
Bowen Island, British Columbia
Hike to Mt. Strachan
4.03.7 mi / 1804.5 ft gainOn November 23, 1963, the world was faltered by the news of John F. Kennedy’s assassination (the previous day). Vancouver was dealing with it's own tragedy; a military plane crash in the North Shore Mountains. The hike to Mt. Strachan gives you the opportunity to visit the crash site.The Mount St...Read more