Things To Do
Murrin Park Loop Trail
If you're looking for a pit stop on the drive to/from Pemberton, this is an extremely short, fairly easy hike with incredible views. It has quite a steep incline, but only for a short while (20-30 minutes). This is where we got engaged!!! <3
Sea to Sky Gondola
Another great pitstop on the drive to/from Pemberton. This attraction is family friendly! Enjoy amazing mountain views on the gondola, as well as ice cream, beautiful walking trails, and a suspension bridge at the top. Tickets can be purchased the day of but sometimes get sold out during busy times. We recommend buying your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment, especially on weekends. A short walk/drive away from the gondola is Shannon Falls, which is another great family friendly tourist attraction. You do not need a ticket/pass to visit Shannon Falls. The parking lot is pay parking.
Fergie's Café
One of our fav places to eat in Squamish! Fergie's is open Monday - Friday, 9am-3pm and Saturday - Sunday, 9am-4pm. Pop in for a delicious locally sourced brunch. Located in a beautiful forest setting beside the Cheakamus River! Fergie's does get busy, especially on weekends, but they do not accept reservations. Expect to wait 30-60 minutes for a table during peak times.
Joffre Lakes Park
Joffre Lakes Park is famous for its turquoise-blue lakes, jagged peaks, icefields, and cold rushing streams. The park offers stunning views and opportunities for hiking, camping, and climbing. This is an increasingly popular park, so backcountry camping reservations and day-use passes are required. The Joffre Lakes hike is rated moderate, though some may find the steep section between the first and second lakes challenging. The hike is about 7km round trip with an elevation gain of approximately 478m, and it can take 3-4 hours to complete depending on stops. REQUIRED TO VISIT: -- You need to book a day-use pass for Joffre Lakes online two days in advance, starting at 7:00 AM. -- If you plan to go camping, you must book a campsite four months in advance to the date you are wanting to go, beginning at 7:00 AM. -- The day passes and campsites sell out QUICKLY (sometimes within minutes) for weekend, summer dates. You will need to book in advance!!
Garibaldi Park
Located in the heart of the Coast Mountains just 20-30 minutes from Whistler, Garibaldi is known for its natural beauty and numerous hiking trails. -- Garibaldi Lake: Hike to the iconic turquoise lake, a central and popular area of the park. -- Panorama Ridge: Continue past Garibaldi Lake for breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains. -- Black Tusk: For a challenging hike with incredible views, ascend the Black Tusk. Note that the final scramble is for experienced hikers only. -- Elfin Lakes: Hike the 22km round-trip trail, which can be a day trip or an overnight stay in the hut or campground. REQUIRED TO VISIT: -- You need to book a day-use pass for Garibaldi Provincial Park online two days in advance, starting at 7:00 AM. -- If you plan to go camping, you must book a campsite four months in advance to the date you are wanting to go, beginning at 7:00 AM. -- The day passes and campsites sell out QUICKLY (sometimes within minutes) for weekend, summer dates.
Scandinave Spa Whistler
A must visit if you are looking for some R & R. This is one of our favourite places on earth!! The Scandinave Spa Whistler is an outdoor Nordic-inspired spa located in a cedar forest near Whistler Village. It is known for its "Hot, Cold, Relax" thermal experience, which includes hot baths, saunas, steam rooms, cold plunges, a waterfall, and various relaxation areas like hammocks and solariums (as well as nap areas!). The spa enforces a strict silent policy to promote relaxation and offers massages (at an additional fee) as well. The spa is open daily from 10am to 9pm. Once you enter, you can stay as long as you like. There are options to book in advance if there is a specific time you are wanting to arrive. The spa gets busy on weekends, but we have found that if you arrive right at 10am (or just before), you are able to get in without a reservation. If you plan to go later in the morning/afternoon, you may need a reservation (or wait until people leave).
Creekbread
Top-notch wood-fired pizza - some of the best! This is a small restaurant that gets very busy so reservations are highly recommended, especially during peak dinner hours. They are open 4-9pm, Monday - Sunday. Take-out orders available as well.
Pasta Lupino
Another one of our favourite places to stop in at. Homemade pasta - need I say more! Pasta Lupino is an Italian-inspired restaurant and deli known for its fresh, house-made pastas, sauces, and breads. It offers a casual dining experience for lunch and dinner, as well as take-out. The actual restaurant itself is extremely small, and operates on a first come, first serve basis (no reservations available). They may not be able to accommodate larger groups (more than 6 people).