Road Trip Vancouver to Squamish – Outdoor Recreation Capital

Vancouver Squamish
65
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1h
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All seasons
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The Itinerary

Squamish, 1h from Vancouver, has become one of North America's hottest outdoor destinations: world-class climbing on the Stawamus Chief, kiteboarding at The Spit, premier mountain biking, winter eagle viewing.

The mouth of the Squamish River hosts the world's largest concentration of bald eagles in Dec–Jan (up to 1,500). The Sea to Sky Gondola climbs to 885 m to a suspension bridge and panoramic restaurant. Brackendale Eagle Run and Shannon Falls round out a full day.

Points of Interest

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    Stawamus Chief Climbing
    Plus grand site d'escalade granitique de BC.
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    Brackendale Eagle Run
    Plus grande concentration d'aigles au monde (déc.–jan.).
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    Sea to Sky Gondola
    Téléphérique 885 m, pont suspendu, sentier sommet.
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    The Spit (kitesurf)
    Spot de kite mondialement reconnu, vents thermiques.

Fishing Spots Along the Route

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Alberta Creek
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Alec Lake
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Alice Lake
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Allan Creek
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Andrews Creek
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Anne Lake
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Annore Creek
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Ashlu Creek
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Protected areas along the route

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STAWAMUS CHIEF PARK
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STAWAMUS CHIEF PROTECTED AREA
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SHANNON FALLS PARK
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Squamsih Harbour South
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Crumpit Woods trails reserve
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Tantalus Landing Marine Site
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MURRIN PARK
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East Shore Watts Point
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East Shore N - Watts Pt. South
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Diamond Head Parking
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Mamquam Parking
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RAFFUSE CREEK
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Practical info
  • Departure Vancouver
  • Destination Squamish
  • Distance 65 km
  • Duration 1h
  • Category Short (< 100 km)
  • Best season All seasons
Themes
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