Things To Do
Stawamus Chief Hike - Squamish
Any hikers out there? This 2.9 mile out and back trail will take you past a waterfall and up to incredible views high above Howe Sound. Rated as intermediate to difficult. There are also two further peaks on the Chief trails, if you're up for a challenge!
Shannon Falls Provincial Park - Squamish
Into chasing waterfalls?! Check out some of the best in the region here, only a short drive from Squamish. This is a great activity for all ages and is accessible to strollers and wheelchairs.
Alice Lake Provincial Park - Squamish
Alice Lake Provincial Park is a local favorite with its stunning mountain views, lush forest, fantastic walking and biking trails, and four freshwater lakes. It’s located only 13 km (8 miles) north of Squamish. Hiking, canoeing, and biking around the lakes are all options, or you can lounge at one of the sandy beaches!
Brandywine Falls Provincial Park
A 30 minute drive towards Whistler, Brandywine Falls (the spectacular 70-metre waterfall) is best seen from the viewpoint which also presents some marvelous views of Daisy Lake and the surrounding mountains. This park provides opportunities for hiking, picnicking, mountain biking and viewing of the waterfall.
Garibaldi Lake
This is the largest provincial park in Squamish and boasts more than 90 km (56 miles) of hiking trails! The scenery is impressive here too, with the iconic peak of Mount Garibaldi along with beautiful meadows and lakes.
Sea to Sky - Via Ferrata Hike/Climb - Squamish
Located atop the Sea to Sky Gondola, your guide will lead you on a short hike through beautiful old-growth forest to a stunning viewpoint high above Howe Sound. The Via Ferrata route starts where the guide clips you into the safety cable and your adventure begins! You will traverse a catwalk, cross suspended bridges, and ascend glacier-worn granite slabs using the steel rungs and the fixed cable system. Finally, the route completes with a spectacular finish near the viewing deck of the Summit Lodge.
Squamish Rafting Company
A classic Canadian whitewater rafting adventure! No prior experience is required for you to enjoy this full-day tour featuring over 20 kms of exciting Class 3-4 rapids.
Howe Sound Inn & Brewing
Where we'll be having our welcome dinner, and where we have one of our two room blocks! Enjoy good eats and local beers!
A-FRAME Brewing Co - Squamish
In addition to the Howe Sound Brewery & Inn where we have one of our two room blocks, A Frame is another great brewery to explore good food and local beers.
Backcountry Brewing
Because you just can't drink enough local beer... Backcountry Brewing is the newest brewery in Squamish!
Whistler
Only a 45 minute drive north of Squamish, and with plenty of scenic stops along the way (https://www.ordinary-adventures.com/2021/10/17-fun-stops-on-the-vancouver-to-whistler-drive/), the drive is worth it on its own! From fine dining, to hiking (Joffre Lakes!), beaches (Lost Lake), biking, ziplining, golf, bear viewing, and more, spring and summer is a blast in Whistler! The Whistler Bike Park has 70 trails and the largest rideable terrain of any bike park in North America.