Your Guide To Squamish

The outdoor recreation capital of Canada and our home base.

Squamish Guides From BC Locals

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Hi! We're Alia & Shawn.

Based in Squamish, BC

Squamish is where we chose to settle down. After 4 years living nomadically and travelling across South America, Europe, and Asia we came home to Canada and did pet sitting for 8 months all around the province. Between islands, mountain towns, and the major cities, Squamish was the one place that really felt like home for us. It is now our home base and our favourite place in the world.

Squamish Destination Guides

Best places to visit

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19 Best Things To Do In Squamish BC (2026 Squamish Local Guide)

A local's 2026 guide to the best things to do in Squamish — waterfalls, lakes, the Sea to Sky Gondola, breweries, and adventure activities for every budget.

Is The Sea to Sky Gondola Worth It? 2026 Guide From A Squamish Local

A Squamish local breaks down gondola pricing, hiking trails, food options, and cost-saving tips to help you decide if the Sea to Sky Gondola is worth the ticket price.

Squamish Itineraries

Curated travel itineraries

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3 Day Sea to Sky Itinerary: Where I Would Take a Friend Visiting Me In BC

This is the exact trip I'd take you on if you came to visit me in BC. 3 days hitting every highlight along the Sea to Sky—no tourist traps, just the good stuff.

Squamish Day Trips

Detailed 24 hour guides

A monument sits on a rocky outcropping that sticks into the Howe sound with Shannon falls falling down a forested mountainside in the distance

Squamish Day Trip From Vancouver: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Most people drive through Squamish without stopping. Here's the full day itinerary that shows you exactly what they're missing.

Squamish Hiking Guides

Explore the best trails across Squamish

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Elfin Lakes Hike In Squamish (2026 Local Guide)

A local's 2026 guide to hiking Elfin Lakes near Squamish, BC — trailhead access, day pass rules, a full km-by-km trail breakdown, and what to expect at the backcountry campsite and day use area once you arrive.

10 Best Flat Walks and Easy Hikes in Squamish (2026 Guide)

Best flat walks in Squamish: Downtown Estuary Loop, Eagle Run Path, Alice Lake Loop, and more. Accessible trails with river views, wildlife, and mountain scenery. Family-friendly.

A wide dirt path meanders through sparse trees in the alpine with snowy mountain peaks on the horizon

The Best Summer Hikes in Squamish: A Local's Guide to the Outdoor Capital of Canada (2026)

A local's guide to the best hikes in Squamish, BC. From the Stawamus Chief's summit views to hidden waterfalls, easy family loops, and full alpine missions.

A man sitting on the bare granite cliff at first peak on Stawamus Chief

Hiking The Chief In Squamish (2026 Squamish Local Guide)

Hike The Chief in Squamish with our 2026 local guide. Learn trail stats, difficulty, parking, route options, and tips for reaching the iconic First Peak.

A man sitting at the edge of a stone cliff high above the Squamish Valley with Mount Garibaldi looming behind him.

Hiking Al's Habrich Ridge Trail In Squamish (2026 Local Guide)

A local's guide to Al's Habrich Ridge Trail from the Sea to Sky Gondola, covering trail difficulty, the rope sections, gondola pricing, and the best viewpoints.

A half frozen lake with a wooden dock is surrounded by ever green trees with mountains in the distance

Four Lakes Trail, Alice Lake Provincial Park (2026 Local Guide)

Four Lakes Trail is an easy 6.4 km loop in Alice Lake Provincial Park near Squamish. Visit Alice, Stump, Fawn, and Edith Lakes. Great for families. Takes 1.5-2 hours. Swimming available.

A woman stands at the end of a rocky outcrop with a sea of trees below her leading to the wide mouth of the Howe Sound

Murrin Loop & Jurassic Ridge Trail, Squamish (2026 Local Guide)

Jurassic Ridge is a challenging 3.1 km loop in Murrin Park with scrambling, roped sections, and Howe Sound views. Takes 2 hours. Not for dogs or kids. Best in summer. Near Squamish.

A wide river meanders between two shores lined with trees with a forested mountain in the distance

Mamquam Spawning Trail, Squamish (2026 Local Guide)

Plan your visit to the Mamquam Spawning Trail in Squamish: an easy, flat loop through salmon spawning habitat with wildlife, eagles, and stunning mountain views year-round.

A wide tidal river next to a stony shore with mountains in the distance

Brackendale Estuary Dyke Walk, Squamish (2026 Local Guide)

Brackendale Estuary Dyke Walk is an easy 1.5-2 hour trail along the Squamish River. Connects to Eagle Run Path, passes Fisherman's Park. Prime eagle territory. Dog-friendly, flat terrain.

A large isolated sand bank sits in the middle of a wide river bordered by a forest of dry and bare trees with snow capped mountains visible above them in the distance

Eagle Run Path, Squamish (2026 Local Guide)

Eagle Run Path is an easy 2.1 km riverside walk in Squamish with Bald eagles, mountain views, and The Watershed Pub at the end. Flat gravel path, dog-friendly. Takes 30 minutes.

A dry field of yellowed and bowing tall grass in the foreground with a 1000 meter granite monolith towering over it in the distance

Downtown Squamish Estuary Loop Trail (2026 Local Guide)

Downtown Squamish Estuary Loop is an easy 4.3 km flat walk with views of the Chief, Shannon Falls, and 200+ bird species. Dog-friendly, transit-accessible, perfect for families. Takes 1 hour.

A jagged steep mountain with a snow capped peak looms high above a dry forested valley

DeBeck's Hill Hike, Alice Lake Provincial Park (2026 Local Guide)

DeBeck's Hill is a moderate 3.4 km hike in Alice Lake Provincial Park near Squamish. Steady climb to viewpoints of the Tantalus Range. Takes 1.5-2 hours round trip. Year-round access.

Powerful stream of water pours over a polished granite cliff and makes a sharp 90 degree turn, surrounded by lush green trees

Crooked Falls Hike, Squamish Valley (2026 Local Guide)

Crooked Falls is a 5.6 km moderate hike in Squamish Valley with a unique 90-degree waterfall. Best in spring during snowmelt. Year-round access, steep climb, stunning forest views.

Squamish General Info

Everything you need to know before visiting Squamish

A distant view of a dry Squamish Valley with the snowy peaks of the Tantalus range in the distance

Driving The Sea To Sky Highway, BC

Drive the Sea to Sky Highway with confidence—local insights, safety tips, and real experience to help you navigate BC’s most scenic drive the right way.

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