Squamish, BC Things to Do
Spin the wheel to discover the best of Squamish — from climbing the Chief to kiteboarding legendary Sea to Sky winds between Vancouver and Whistler.
Quests on this wheel
- Hike the Stawamus Chief — Climb the Stawamus Chief — one of North America's largest granite monoliths — for incredible Howe Sound and valley views.
- Rock Climb at Smoke Bluffs — Tackle world-class granite routes at this popular crag in the centre of Squamish — suitable from beginner to expert.
- Via Ferrata at Sea to Sky Gondola — Navigate fixed steel ladders and cables up the cliffs above Howe Sound after riding the gondola to the summit.
- Kiteboarding or Windsurfing at the Spit — Squamish's legendary thermal winds make it a world-class kiteboarding destination — lessons available for beginners.
- Mountain Bike the Squamish Trails — Ride hundreds of kilometres of world-class singletrack through old-growth forest and rocky alpine terrain.
- Bald Eagle Viewing in Winter — Hundreds of bald eagles gather along the Squamish River to feed on spawning salmon from November to January.
- Paddle the Squamish River Estuary — Kayak or canoe through this protected estuary teeming with herons, seals, and bald eagles with mountain backdrops.
- Hike to Garibaldi Lake — Hike 18km return to one of BC's most stunning alpine lakes, rimmed by glaciers and the volcanic peak of Black Tusk.
- Visit Britannia Mine Museum — Tour a former copper mine with underground train rides and learn about BC's significant mining history.
- Nordic Skiing at Callaghan Valley — Ski the trails used for the 2010 Winter Olympics cross-country and biathlon events in a stunning mountain valley.
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