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This authentic West Coast mountain

town has people talking. It’s not only the

spectacular geography and scenery that

have captured the world’s attention, it’s

the accessibility of the great outdoors for

wind and water sports, trails for hiking and

biking and fresh air for all to rejuvenate

and recharge.

Unquestionably, the geography here will

amaze you. The Pacifi c Ocean narrows into

the Howe Sound, where the stunning Coastal

Mountains surround the Stawamus Chief,

a granite monolith unlike any other. From

the ocean to the snowy mountain peaks,

the rocky cliff s and waterfalls to the forests,

lakes, rivers and estuary, Squamish is truly

extraordinary.

This unique geographical combination

of mountains and water have carved out

a world-class playground for adventure

seekers of all levels. Within minutes you can

ride unbeatable mountain bike trails, hike in

Coastal rainforests, climb one of the largest

granite monoliths in the world, kiteboard,

windsurf, kayak, raft, paddleboard, and

depending on the season, snowshoe and ski

tour into the pristine backcountry.

For those seeking a quieter adventure,

the Squamish valley is vast and off ers

limitless fresh air, scenic viewpoints and

an abundance of wildlife. With an award-

winning brewery and distillery, farm to table

dining experiences, a vibrant arts scene, a

rich First Nations culture and a variety of

festivals and events for all ages, your itinerary

will be full any time of the year.

Less than an hour from both Vancouver and

Whistler, Squamish is a unique fusion of

rugged landscapes, stunning vistas and West

Coast culture.

Find out for yourself what the buzz is about

Squamish. Start planning your Squamish

adventure today! exploresquamish.com

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Squamish is located half-way between Vancouver and Whistler on the Sea to Sky Highway.

Distance FromSeattle 293km/182mi 3 hours 20 minutesBellingham 148km/92 mi – 2 hoursVancouver International Airport 78km/48 mi – 1 hour 15 minutesDowntown Vancouver 68km/42mi – 1 hourWhistler 59km/36mi - 40 minutes



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the buzzThere’s something about Squamish!



The New York Times named Squamish

as one of the top “52 Places to Go in

2015”.

Visitors to Squamish are “drawn by an

unusual combination of West Coast

wilderness and accessibility. Hundreds

of trails weave through Pacific rain

forest to glacial lakes, waterfalls and

peaks. Kiteboarders ply a 26-mile fjord,

adventurers climb 2,300-foot Stawamus

Chief, and birders gather for the annual

return of thousands of bald eagles.”

Squamish made another list this year,

the International Traveller’s ‘100 Things

to do in Canada Before You Die’. The

article notes that “the Sea to Sky

Gondola is perhaps the easiest and

most pleasant way to reach the summit

of one of Canada’s prettiest mountains”.

Vacay.ca published its list ’20 Best

Places to Visit in Canada for 2016’ and

Sea to Sky Country took the #1 spot!

Vacay.ca states that “Squamish has risen

to prominence as a destination because

of its array of outdoor activities”.

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Must Do’s

Start with a hike; try the Chief

or the Sea to Summit Trail.

After enjoying the incredible

views (and working up an

appetite), have lunch at

the Crabapple Café . They

serve breakfast until 3pm

and have delicious, healthy

food at exceptional prices.

Wander through Downtown

Squamish , then watch

kiteboarders and windsurfers

at the Squamish Oceanfront.

You can also look up at where

you hiked in the morning.

If you still have any strength

left in your legs, you can test

your balance on the slack

lines by the main beach.

Check in to one of the many

hotels in Squamish or camp at

-Day Visit

2 The Crabapple Café


Wonderland Valley Resort

& Campground . Wash up

and head back out for a beer

tasting and dinner at the

Howe Sound Brewpub . It

has been rated as the “Best

Brew Pub in BC”. Enjoy views

of the Chief while sipping on

an award-winning beer that

was brewed on site.

Wake up and venture out

for a rafting trip. You can

choose from mellow floats

or adrenaline-charged

trips at Sunwolf Rafting ,

Canadian Outback

Adventures and Wedge

Rafting . Whichever trip

you choose, you will enjoy

spectacular scenery and

maybe even some wildlife!

There are half-day and full-

day adventures available.

Fuel up at The Nest

Restaurant before heading

home. Their handmade

pizzas are delicious!

To plan your trip, visit

exploresquamish.com .

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Must Do’s

Walk through Downtown

Squamish. Grab a snack or

coffee at one of the great cafés

and check out the many unique

shops. Explore the Farmer’s

Market if you are here on a

Saturday between May and

October. Have a sushi lunch

at the new Oryzae Japanese

Cuisine ~ four seasons of

Japan. Take the trip up the Sea

to Sky Gondola. Make sure to

cross the Sky Pilot Suspension

Bridge and walk the 1.6 km

Panorama Trail. Have a hot or

cold drink from the Summit

Lodge, and take in the views

from the Summit Viewing Deck.

Check out On the Farm. There

are unique boutiques, a local

favourite coffee shop and a

food truck with locally farmed

ingredients. Have dinner at

The Copper Coil Still & Grill.

If the weather cooperates, you

can enjoy the amazing views

from the patio.

-Day Visit

1 (for the mellow adventurer)

Paul Bride - Stawamus Chief


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Start at the Squamish

Adventure Centre. Rent bikes

from Sea to Sky Adventure

Company, they also offer

guided bike tours with a

friendly, local guide. Fuel up

with a locally sourced lunch

at Fergie’s. Experience some

of the best rock climbing in

Canada with a guided rock

climbing tour with Mountain

Skills Academy (equipment

included).

Before you leave, find out why

locals love Sushi Sen, and

enjoy a quality sushi dinner.

-Day Visit

(for the adventurous) To plan your trip, visit

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Garry Broeckling Ian Roberston - Smoke Bluffs


hikeSome of the best places you

can only get to by foot, so

lace up and explore one of

Squamish’s many hiking trails.

Whether you have time for a

quick hike around the lake,

a full-day hike or a multi-day

trek, Squamish has plenty of

trails to choose from. Each

hike is unique and rewarding.

Squamish’s spectacular

scenery, endless fresh air,

and the combination of ocean,

rivers, lakes and waterfalls

will leave you wanting more.

Lake, Fawn Lake, Edith Lake and

Alice Lake as you walk through

the mossy forest of Alice Lake

Provincial Park.

Directions: Exit Highway 99 at

Alice Lake Provincial Park, just

north of Squamish. At the main

park sign veer left; park just past

the ranger station.

Stawamus Chief, First PeakDistance: 7km, 2 to 3 hours

Difficulty:

Look for: Waterfalls, the lush

forest and the tipping rock

¾ of the way up. Enjoy the

breathtaking views of Howe

Sound, Mount Garibaldi and the

Squamish Valley from the top.

Directions: Just South of

Squamish (between the Sea to

Sky Gondola and downtown) is

the Stawamus Chief Provincial

Park turn-off and parking area.

Walk through the campground to

the trailhead.

Sea to Summit TrailDistance: 8.9km, 3 to 4 hours

(one way)

Difficulty:

Look for: Views of Howe Sound,

Sky Pilot and the surrounding

peaks throughout the hike.

Local FavouritesSquamish Oceanfront TrailDistance: 2km, 30 minutes

Difficulty:

Look for: Shannon Falls in the

distance, kiteboarders and

paddle boarders on the water.

Squamish Terminal is the deep

sea port next to the beach.

Directions: At the end of

Cleveland Ave., turn left on

Vancouver St., then right on

Galbraith until the signed

trailhead.

Four Lakes Trail

Distance: 6km – 8km,

1.5 to 2 hours

Difficulty:

Look for: You will pass Stump

Paul Bride - Stawamus Chief


D’Arcy McLeish - Shannon Falls



Footwear is the most important piece of equipment for hiking (no matter how long of a hike you are doing). Check out Escape Route and Valhalla Pure Outfitters for a great selection of hiking footwear. (Your feet will thank you!)

Local Tip

Don’t miss Upper Shannon

Falls on your right, this pristine

water hole is a great place for

a little break.

Directions: The trail starts at the

Sea to Sky Gondola Basecamp;

walk to the trailhead at the back

of the parking lot. The trail has

great signage and markers the

whole way up.

Elfin Lakes – Garibaldi Provincial ParkDistance: 22km, 6 hours

Difficulty:

Look for: This hike goes through

varied terrain and finishes in

the high alpine. Don’t miss the

panoramic views from the top of

the hike.

Directions: Turn onto Mamquam

Road from Highway 99 and

follow it until it turns to gravel.

Continue on the gravel road,

past Quest University and onto

the gravel Ring Creek Road,

then onto Garibaldi Park Road.

This will take you all the way up

to the Garibaldi Provincial Park

parking area and trailhead.



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Squamish has some of

Canada’s best mountain bike

trails. In fact, Mountain Bike

Magazine rates Squamish as

one of the Top 25 Wildest and

Most Exotic Places to Ride in

the World! With over 200 km

of trails, there is something

for every level of rider.

Road Riding in SquamishSquamish also has great road

riding options. Explore quiet,

scenic rides in the Squamish

and Paradise valleys or longer

distance rides along the scenic

Sea to Sky Highway.

Squamish and Paradise Valley

road rides are both paved,

two-lane roads with excellent

scenery along the way. Stop for

a hot or cold drink and snack at

Fergie’s on your way back.

bike

Mountain Biking in SquamishSquamish has a well-maintained

and growing trail network

offering everything from gentle

cruises to intense descents.

Local FavouritesRob’s & Cliff ’s CornersDifficulty:

Known for: These smooth,

buffed trails are fun for new and

experienced riders with packed

dirt, lots of berms and a few little

jumps along the way.

Directions: Access from Alice

Lake or bike up the Mashiter

Trail at the end of Perth Drive in

Garibaldi Highlands.

Pseudo-tsuga

Difficulty:

Known for: This is a smooth, fast

and flowy trail with berms and

bumps throughout.

Directions: Access by riding up

Ring Creek Road to the trailhead.

Half NelsonDifficulty:

Known for: This lengthy descent

crosses several bridges, rolls

Help Support our local trail

network and buy a SORCA

Trail Pass – available at the

Adventure Centre.




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Before you start exploring Squamish’s extensive trail network, buy a map of the trails at the Squamish Adventure Centre or download the Squamish Trail Mapps app; both are great resources for biking in the area.

Local Tip

up and down the transitions

of the numerous jumps and

cruises around the fun berms

throughout.

Directions: Access by riding up

Ring Creek Road to the trailhead.

Crouching Squirrel Hidden MonkeyDifficulty:

Known for: This trail is a

combination of fast and flowy

sections with technical and

challenging x-country features.

Directions: Access from Debeck’s

Hill at Alice Lake Provincial Park.

Climb the hill for 600m and the

signed trailhead is on the left.

Entrails Difficulty:

Known for: This technical local

favourite starts with lots of low

bridges and a couple of log rides,

followed by steep, rooty sections

as well as some exposed granite.

Directions: Access by riding

Jack’s Trail to 50 Shades of Green,

climb 50 Shades, turn right at the

top and continue to Entrails.

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family rides

Squamish is the perfect place

for kids to ride. From first time

riders to advanced riders,

there is an abundance of kid-

friendly terrain to choose from

in Squamish. Parents and kids

love racing at the BMX track

and practicing skills at the local

pump tracks and skills park.

mountain biking. Access from

Logger’s Lane just past the

Adventure Centre and finish at

the Mountain Bike Skills Park at

Brennan Park.

SORCA Mountain Bike Skills Park at Brennan ParkThis is a fun and safe place

for kids and parents to hone

their mountain biking skills.

With berms, jumps, bridges,

teeter-totters and several other

features, your kids will not be

able to get enough!

Family FavouritesLogger’s Creek Nature TrailThese relatively flat trails

are flowy with the odd

challenging bridge. This

is a great introduction to

For biking and other sp

orts injuries,

visit Squamish Integrated Health.

Their integrated care app

roach

means you can get massage

therapy, acupuncture, chiropract

ic

and naturopathic care a

ll in the

same place. They are open 7-days

a week, and until 9pm Monday

through Friday.

Local Tip


Squamish has many bike friendly accommodation options to keep your bike secure. Visit exploresquamish.com for more information.You can rent bikes and get guided tours from the Sea to Sky Adventure Company located at the Squamish Adventure Centre.

Local TipsPump Track at Alice Lake Provincial ParkYoung riders and run bikers

love this biking playground!

It has great novice features to

boost confidence and learn

new skills. There is also a park

with a play structure right

beside the pump track for

even more fun.

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climbSquamish is one of the

world’s top rock climbing

destinations. At present

there are over 3,500 routes

and boulder problems in the

Squamish area. Most famous

of course is the Stawamus

Chief, which has enough

routes to keep anyone

busy for years.

NOVICE (5.6 - 5.8) Beginner’s Luck (5.6 - single pitch)Located: Murrin Park

Climb a fantastic moderate crack

& flake leading up to the wall

under a big roof.

The Kip (5.7 - single pitch)Located: Smoke Bluffs

Beautiful crack splits the smooth

low angle face. A great novice

lead climb.

Diedre (5.8 - 6 pitches)Located: The Chief/Apron

This tremendously popular route

follows a long corner system with

lots of enjoyable laybacking.

MODERATE (5.9 - 5.10a) The Reacharound (5.9 - single pitch)Located: Murrin Park

Climb a deep right-facing corner

to a chimney. Great quality &

easier than it looks.

Every summer, climbers from

around the world are drawn to

Squamish because it is home

to some of the most beautiful

and accessible rock climbing

in the world. One reason that

climbing in Squamish is so

unique is the easy access to

the crags. Most of Squamish’s

climbing is within 10 minutes

of downtown.

The climbing community here

is vibrant and progressive and

there are a lot of resources for

anyone new to the sport or new

to Squamish climbing. Visit the

Squamish Adventure Centre

for great local guide books and

information on guide services.

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Josh McCulloch - Raven’s Castle - Stawamus Chief

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There are literally thousands of climbing options in Squamish. Why not ask a local where to start? Mountain Skills Academy offers guided single-pitch and multi-pitch climbing adventures with experienced local guides. Both group and private options are available.

Local TipTalking Holds (5.10a – single pitch)Located: The Smoke Bluffs

This is an excellent & strenuous

climb that follows a hand crack.

Pumpy!

Rock On (5.10a - 5 pitches)Located: The Chief/South Gully

An excellent, physical climb that

follows steep, left-facing corner

cracks.

DIFFICULT (5.10B +) Exasperator (5.10c - 2 pitches)Located: The Chief/Grand Wall

This Squamish favourite offers

a mix of thin hand and finger

cracks. First pitch is 5.10a.

Angels Crest (5.10b - 13 pitches)Located: Thehe Chief/North Walls

This long, adventurous climb

offers both crack and face

climbing in varied terrain.

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Wet or dry suits are

essential.

The Pacific Ocean is COLD

around here!

Lessons including r

entals are

available; visit the S

quamish Adventure

Centre or exploresqu

amsih.com for

more information.

Local Tip

windSquamish offers consistent

and steady wind making

it an ideal destination for

kiteboarding, windsurfing

and sailing. There are very

few spots in the world

where wind, water and land

merge to provide a flawless

as it enters Howe Sound, the

Spit is a long, narrow piece

of land and the first point

of land struck by the wind,

making it a must-visit for high-

performance windsports.

Where to LaunchFor kiteboarders and

windsurfers the Squamish Spit

offers an organized launching

and landing point and is

managed by the Squamish

Windsports Society (SWS).

There is a $20 day fee to SWS to

cover staffing and other services

including emergency pick up

and retrieval via Sea Doo.

Photo: Garry Broeckling

environment for both wind

and kite surfing. The Squamish

Spit is one of them. Visit the

Spit on a clear summer day

and you will find a rainbow

of windsurfers, kiteboarders

and spectators. Located at the

mouth of the Squamish River Garry Broeckling

Jim Hegan - Squamish Spit

Kathy Johnson

Garry Broeckling - Howe Sound


wind festivalSquamish’s 3rd annual

WIND FESTIVAL kicks off

July 21-24, 2016. The Wind Festival

is a celebration of local arts, live

music plus high energy wind

and water sports in Howe Sound.

Enjoy art in the park through

exhibition and installation. Take

in free music with an array of food

vendors and a top notch beer

garden. Watch sailboat racing

presented by the Squamish Yacht

Club in their annual regatta, SOAR.

Experience Squamish Nation canoe

demonstrations, storytelling and

historical displays at the Canoe

shelter. All this blended with musical

theatre, roaming buskers, kids’

crafts, the Farmers’ Market, kite

fl ying, and sports demos makes for

four days of fun for all ages.

The Squamish Wind Festival

attracts thousands of visitors

with a kiteboarding Big Air

competition, free dragon boat

trials, over 15 musical acts, more

than 30 participating artists, a

kid zone, food vendors, beer

gardens, plus the annual Musical

Theatre Broadway or Bust by the

Squamish Academy of Music. For

the official festival schedule, visit:

squamishwindfestival.com

Wind & sails. Tunes & Ales.

David Thomson

With support from BC Arts Council, Squamish Yacht Club, Solterra Development, District of Squamish, Tourism Squamish, RBC, and many more community partners.

David Thomson


water6hikes with waterfalls

With the ocean, rivers

and lakes surrounding us,

Squamish is a watersports

enthusiast’s dream come true.

Whether you want to take a

dip to cool off, try a rafting

adventure, or go kayaking,

canoeing or paddle boarding,

the turquoise water of

Howe Sound, the rivers and

freshwater lakes in Squamish

are waiting for you.

family float or a splashy and

adventurous experience,

there are half-day and full-day

options for all skill levels.

KAYAKINGIn Squamish there is fun and

excitement for both new

and experienced paddlers.

If it ’s your first time out,

you can rent kayaks from

Valahalla Pure or right at

Alice Lake Provincial Park to

learn on a calm, freshwater

lake. For more experienced

kayakers, the Mamquam

River consistently delivers an

excellent play-wave as well as

a fine slalom course further

upstream; it is a favourite

among Canada’s top racers.

WHITEWATER RAFTINGSquamish is becoming one

of BC’s top whitewater

rafting destinations.

The rapid whitewater of

the Elaho and Squamish

rivers and the mellower

Cheakamus River offer

playgrounds for mellow

adventurers and risk takers

alike. Canadian Outback

Rafting Co , Sunwolf

Rafting and Wedge

Whitewater Rafting offer

authentic whitewater

rafting adventures that you

won’t forget! Whether you

are looking for a mellow

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STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDINGStand-up paddle boarders and

canoeists enjoy lake paddles

at Alice Lake and Brohm

Lake as well as exploring in

the estuary and Mamquam

Blind Channel. For a more

adventurous experience,

try a morning paddle from

Treat yourself to a guided

fishing experience with

Valley Fishing Guides. Their

professionally trained

guides specialize in remote

wilderness fly fishing trips

and they fish year-round!

Local Tip

waterthe Squamish Oceanfront to

Britannia Beach. A variety of

stand-up paddleboarding

rentals, courses and

excursions are available, visit

exploresquamish.com or the

Squamish Adventure Centre

for more information.

SWIMMurrin Lake, Alice Lake, and

Brohm Lake are easy access

public lakes where you can cool

down on a hot summer’s day.

Murrin Lake is a small but deep

lake with several picnic tables

and a nice sandy beach. Alice

Lake has beaches on both sides

of the lake and large, grassy

picnic areas. Brohm Lake has

numerous rocky ledges where

you can sun bathe and slide

into the cool, clear water.

FISHINGThe Cheakamus, Mamquam

and Squamish rivers offer

world-class sport fishing for

all levels of anglers. There

are many species of salmon

and trout in the area. With so

many lake and river fishing

opportunities in and around

Squamish, it is a great idea to

hire a guide. Contact Tourism

Squamish or Valley Fishing

Guides in Squamish to plan

your next fishing trip.

Ian Robertson

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Tyler Howitt - Lake Lovely Water


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Offering half-day, full-day and two-day tours

Owner operated we take more people

rafting in Squamish than any other company

Family friendly tours available

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Family time is precious.

Plan your next family

vacation to Squamish to

make your time together

memorable, relaxing and

FUN! Squamish is a huge

playground waiting to

be explored. There are

mountains, beaches, lakes,

trails, parks, tours, festivals,

attractions and plenty of

other surprises prefect for

family getaways.

Top 5 FREE Activities1 SORCA Mountain Bike

Skills Park

2 Squamish Oceanfront

3 Skateboard Park

4 Porteau Cove

5 Hike the Four Lakes Trail –

finish up at Alice Lake for a

picnic and a swim

Top 6 Family-Friendly Activities 1 Sea to Sky Gondola

2 Britannia Mine Museum

3 West Coast Railway

Heritage Park

4 Rafting

5 Squishy’s Family Fun Zone

6 Brennan Park Recreation

Centre

family fun


Sea to Sky Gondola

West Coast Railway Heritage Park

Dave Thomson


Stop by Caffe Garibaldi at the Squamish Adventure Centre. They have a delicious and refreshing selection of Italian gelato and sorbetto.

Local Tip

Top 5 Playgrounds(See fold out map on page 35 for park locations)

1 Stan Clarke Park

2 Alice Lake Provincial Park

3 Pat Goode Park

4 Eagle Run Park

5 Smoke Bluffs Park

Britannia Mine Museum

Squishy’s Family Fun Zone


Must Do’s

Start the day with a tour

through the award-winning

Britannia Mine Museum, a

National Historic Site. Have

lunch at Fergie’s. They have

a fantastic outdoor seating

area, swings for the kids and

a delicious locally sourced

menu. Test your climbing

skills on a KristallTurm

adventure at the Squamish

Adventure Centre. Finish

your day with a stroll through

dowtown Squamish and play

at Stan Clarke Park.

Take the Sea to Sky Gondola

and walk across the suspension

bridge, then enjoy the views

as you walk the Panorama

Trail. Lunch time! Try kid

approved options and local

cuisine at the Summit Lodge.

For those 8 years and up,

try the Via Ferrata climbing

adventure with Mountain

Skills Academy. Check in

to your hotel or campground.

Squamish has many options;

Executive Suites Hotel

& Resort and Sandman

Hotel & Suites both have

swimming pools. Enjoy dinner

at the Howe Sound Brewing

Co. They make delicious

woodstone oven fired pizza.

For breakfast go to the

Crabapple Café (they offer

deals for kids). Visit the West

Coast Railway Heritage Park.

This interactive train museum

is fun and informative for all

ages! Have lunch at the The

Copper Coil Still & Grill; they

have a fantastic patio. Spend

the rest of the afternoon at

the beach or hiking at Alice

Lake Provincial Park. Before

you leave, have dinner at The

Nest; they have a delicious,

family-friendly menu.

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family fun day


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Squamish days The Squamish Days Festival is

back for the 59th year. Squamish

Days is a fun, affordable and

family-friendly way to spend the

BC Day Long Weekend. Many of

the events are free to attend but

full of energy and excitement.

How has this festival stayed popular

for 59 years? People truly enjoy

the spectacle of the world-class

loggers sports competitions. It’s

a diff erent type of sporting event

than you typically see, as this sport

has evolved from an occupation.

The skills used now in competition

are skills vital to a logger’s success

in the woods. This event gives

spectators a glimpse into the life

of a BC logger throughout history.

There is a lot more to Squamish

Days than just the loggers sports

events. There is so much going on

during the festival, including the

fan favourites: Bed Races, Parade

and Pancake Breakfast.

See you at the Squamish Days

Loggers Sports Festival Thursday,

July 28th – Monday, August 1st,

2016!

Celebrates 59 years of family fun!

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3 Hotel Squamish

4 Howe Sound Inn & Brewing Co

5 Sandman Hotel & Suites Squamish

6 Sunwolf Riverside Resort

WHERE TO CAMP & RV7 Wonderland Valley Resort

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4 Howe Sound Inn & Brewing

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33 The Escape Route

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35 The Squamish Store

36 Valhalla Pure Outfitters

SERVICES37 RE/MAX Sea to Sky Real Estate

38 Royal LePage Black Tusk Realty Ltd

39 Squamish Integrated Health

35 Squamish Visitor Centre

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FESTIVALSSquamish Days Loggers Sports Festival*

Wind Festival *

* Remote location – see listing for details

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A Taste of Squamish There are many great places

to eat in Squamish, but you

cannot visit without trying

these local favourites!

Where to eat Best of Squamish

Best Place for BreakfastFergie’s Café

The Crabapple Café

Best Sushi RestaurantSushi Sen Japanese Restaurant

Oryzae Japanese Cuisine

Best Place for a CoffeeThe Cloudburst Café

Best PizzaThe Nest Restaurant

Howe Sound Brewing –

Brew Pub

Squamish Valley Golf Club has an

all-you-can-eat pasta buff

et every

Friday night at the restaura

nt in

The Clubhouse. Create your own

pasta, as each one is m

ade to order

by the chef in the restau

rant. The

view and meal are unforgettable!

Best Kept Secret


Fergie’s Café

The Crabapple Café


Best PatioSummit Lodge at the

Sea to Sky Gondola

The Copper Coil Still and Grill

Best Local CuisineThe Locavore Food Truck

Fergie’s Café Paul Bride - Sea to Sky Gondola

Sushi Sen

The Crabapple Café


festivals & eventsThe action never stops as Squamish hosts festivals

and events year round. Explore the arts and culture

scene as well as the many live musical performances

and special events throughout Squamish. Here are

some signature Squamish events. A full list of events

is available at exploresquamish.com.

MAYDay Out with ThomasMay 21, 22, 23, 28, 29

All Aboard! The West Coast

Railway Heritage Park

transforms into a Thomas

the Tank Engine theme

park experience.

JUNETest of MetalJune 18

This year over 800 riders

will race in the Test of

Metal, Canada’s most famous

cross-country mountain bike

race with 67km of grueling

trail riding.

Ian Robertson

Ian Robertson

Amanda Escudero Gomes

Beer Festival


MARKETSSummer Farmer’s MarketEvery Saturday from

May 7 to October 29

10am - 3pm

Downtown Squamish

Winter Farmer’s MarketAlternating Saturdays from

November through April

11am - 4pm

Squamish Elementary School

JULYSquamish Beer FestivalJuly 9

An outdoor celebration of craft beer

culture in the heart of Downtown

Squamish. 40 Breweries. Live Music.

Local Food. One Ticket.

Arc’Teryx Climbing AcademyJuly 15 - 17

A three-day celebration of mountain

culture including international

speakers, seminars, live music, product

demos and clinics on all topics related

to climbing.

Squamish Wind FestivalJuly 21 - 24

Paddle, play and soar at the Squamish

Wind Festival, a free 3-day art and

music festival celebrating all things

wind and water.

AUGUSTSquamish Days Loggers Sports FestivalJuly 28 – August 1

A weekend festival of family events

including music & arts events, a

parade and world-class loggers

sports shows and competitions.

Squamish 50 Trail Running FestivalAugust 20 - 21

A seriously tough race, mostly on

single track, with 11,000 feet of

climbing. There are 50-mile, 50 km

and 23 km races.

SEPTEMBERJABR - Just Another Bike RaceSeptember 17

A race through some of the best

single track Squamish has to offer

including Rupert, Tinder, Your

Mom and Half Nelson.

NOVEMBERPolar ExpressNovember– December

Kick off the holiday season

aboard the Polar Express! After

a one-hour train ride, visit

Santa and Mrs. Claus, take a

mini rail ride and so

much more!

Photo: Ian Robertson

JANUARYBrackendale Eagle FestivalJanuary

A month-long festival

including music, lectures,

art and the annual bald

eagle count.

Beer Festival

Garry Broeckling


Squamish is located in

prime wildlife habitat.

From wintering bald eagles

and running salmon, to

chipmunks, coyotes and

bears, we share this area

with a diversity of wildlife.

black, brown, cinnamon and

even blonde (despite their

name). These stately animals

are born wild and wary of

humans. Seeing a bear from

a safe distance in its natural

habitat can be a memorable

experience, but please keep

our bears wild by being Bear

Smart. Visit bearsmart.com to

learn more.

Fishing The Cheakamus, Mamquam

and Squamish rivers offer

world-class sport fishing for

all levels of anglers. There

are many species of salmon

and trout in the area. With so

many lake and river fishing

opportunities in and around

Squamish, it is a great idea to

hire a guide. Contact Tourism

Squamish or Valley Fishing

Guides in Squamish to plan

your next fishing trip.

EaglesBetween November and

January each year Squamish

hosts one of the most

significant congregations

BearsAlthough black bears are most

common in the Squamish

area, there are grizzly bears

(also known as brown bears)

in and around Squamish

as well. Black bears can be

wildlife

Treat yourself to an Eagle Flo

at

trip with Sunwolf Rafting. These

meandering fl oat trips p

rovide

unparalleled access to

the very

place where the eagles are gat

hered

as well as the opportunity

to view

the bald eagles from a remarkable

vantage point and the

river.

Local Tips

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Garry Broeckling


Eagle Run Park in Brackendale is an excellent eagle viewing facility. An interpretive display explains the eagles as well as the salmon life cycle. Exit Highway 99 at Mamquam Road and head north on Government Road to the bald eagle viewing area.

Local Tips

of wintering bald eagles in

North America. In the 1994

bird count, Squamish had the

world record count of 3,769

eagles. During these months,

you will see eagles perched

in the treetops and along the

shores of the Squamish and

Mamquam rivers.

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historyAs long as 5,000 years ago

ancestors of the Sko-mish,

or Squamish, people arrived

at tip of Howe Sound. For

thousands of years the

Squamish Nation has called

Squamish home; this land

provided a lush valley for

their families to hunt, trap

and fish.

Historical HighlightsWest Coast Railway Heritage ParkHome of the Royal Hudson,

the West Coast Railway Heritage

Park takes you on a trip back

in time. The “Train Museum”

as the kids call it, offers an

interactive glimpse at Canada’s

railway history. Take a ride

on the Miniature Railway and

walk through the park’s many

exhibits. Some of the older

exhibits are housed in the CN

Roundhouse and Conference

Centre. The park is open to the

public year-round.

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Britannia Mine MuseumThe Britannia Mine Museum

is the perfect stop between

Vancouver and Whistler to step

back in time and learn what

life was like when Britannia

was a mining town, and as

one of the British Empire’s top

producing copper mines. Now

112 years later, this National

Historic Site features fun,

modern and historical exhibits,

the awe-inspiring 20-storey

Although the British explorer

Captain George Vancouver

sailed into Howe Sound in

1792, the first non-native

settlers did not arrive until

1888. A lot has changed in

Squamish since then, but

pieces of history remain

throughout the Squamish

Valley. Today Squamish has

a diverse group of artists,

artisans, historians and

performers that weave

a cultural mix into our

adventurous and energetic

recreational lifestyle.


Squamish Historical Society

Dave Thomson - WCRHP


Squamish Historical Society


Buy an annual pass and SAVE! Both Britannia Mine Museum and West Coast Railway Heritage Park offer annual passes. Invest in an annual pass, so you can enjoy the museum year-round!

Local Tip

Mill building, as well as the

memorable underground

train and gold panning area.

britanniaminemuseum.com

The Downtown Squamish Heritage Walking TourDiscover Squamish’s history on

this self-guided walking tour

around downtown Squamish.

Download a printable map at

squamishhistory.ca.



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Whether you are here for

a backcountry expedition,

a family camping trip or

travelling by RV, camping

in Squamish is truly

unforgettable. Squamish

has several private

campgrounds and RV

parks as well as eight

provincial parks.

Garibaldi Provincial Park

With over 90 km of established

hiking trails, Garibaldi Park is

a favourite for backcountry

adventurers year-round.

The Park is named after

Mount Garibaldi, the distinct

2,678 m peak you can see from

throughout Squamish. Mount

Garibaldi is actually a volcano;

it last erupted in 8051 BC.

Garibaldi Provincial Park is

well known for its endless

hiking opportunities, alpine

lakes, alpine meadows and

scenic views.

On busy weekends the

provincial parks often book

up quickly. Here are a couple

of other local campgrounds

to try:

Wonderland Valley Resort -

Ride your mountain bike or

hike to the Alice Lake trail

network from your campsite

Our eight provincial parks:1 Alice Lake Provincial Park

2 Brackendale Eagles

Provincial Park

3 Garibaldi Provincial Park

4 Murrin Lake Provincial Park

5 Porteau Cove Provincial Park

6 Shannon Falls Provincial Park

7 Stawamus Chief Provincial Park

8 Tantalus Provincial Park

parks & camping

Garibadi Provincial Park

D’Arcy McLeish - Elfin Lake

Garibadi Provincial Park


Check out the new Sea to Sky Marine Trail which stretches from Horseshoe Bay to Squamish. It includes new signage, six new campsites and several access points to the trail to experience this increasingly popular outdoor recreational area. Visit exploresquamish.com for more information.

Local Tip

surrounded by rainforest. You

can even order sushi to your

campsite, yet you feel like you

are miles away from town.

Kinsmen Campground

at Brennan Park – This

more open campground is

centrally located and offers

an affordable camping

experience with elements

of nature as well as the

convenience of its

proximity to town.

Josh McCulloch - Shannon Falls

Elfin Lake Hut

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Squamish is a spectacular

setting for golf. With pristine

parkland, old-growth forests,

mountain backdrops and

panoramic views, you have to

stay focused on your ball and

not the surrounding scenery!

Squamish Valley Golf Club

has the longest season in Sea

to Sky Country, you can almost

play year-round! It is a Canadian

Championship Course, and in 2015,

Squamish Valley hosted a Canadian

Open Qualifier. The views from

The Clubhouse are breathtaking,

and the food is delicious.

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Must Do’sStop for a coffee at The

Cloudburst Cafe at On

the Farm . Be sure to try a

muffin, they are delicious!

Play a round of golf at the

scenic Squamish Valley Golf

Club . After your golf game,

have a light snack on the

patio at Quest University .

Black Katz Catering

provides the food and the

view is amazing! There is

still time to peruse the

shops at Garibaldi Village

|| Shopping Centre . Before

calling it a day, have dinner

at one of Squamish’s quality

sushi restaurants. Try the

long time favourite Sushi

Sen or the new Oryzae

Japanese Cuisine .

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Quest University Canada

3200 University Blvd. Squamish

Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

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Squamish is a year-round

destination, waiting to be

explored. The winter weather

typically stays between a

few degrees above or below

0ºC. Due to changes in

temperatures, winter days in

Squamish can be mild and

sunny, cold and snowy or rainy

and wet. Often there is little

snow in the valley, but don’t be

fooled, up in the surrounding

3 Snowshoeing: There

is extensive alpine terrain

surrounding Squamish

for snowshoeing. The Sea

to Sky Gondola and Ski

Callaghan both have marked

snowshoeing trails as well as

rental equipment.

4 Snowmobiling: Squamish

is the perfect home base for a

snowmobiling vacation offering

access to the best snowmobile

terrain in South Western BC.

5 Skating: Public skating

at Brennan Park Recreation

Centre is always an option.

When the lakes freeze, there

are many more options for

skating in Squamish. Be sure to

check with Tourism Squamish

for safety reports first!

6 Nordic Skiing: From

treks through ungroomed

terrain by frozen waterfalls

and cedar groves, to the

world-class nordic facilities

at Ski Callghan, there is a

cross country experience

for every level of skier.

mountains the snow abounds.

Bring an open mind because

rain or shine, snow or mud,

the options are endless in the

winter months too!

Top 6 Things to do

1 Ride the Sea to Sky

Gondola: Enjoy the thrilling

tube park and pristine

snowshoeing trails as well as

spectacular views.

2 Backcountry skiing &

snowboarding: Although there

are many to choose from, one

of the most popular ski touring

areas is Paul Ridge near Red

Heather Shelter in Garibaldi

Provincial Park.

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when there is snow!


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In Squamish we live by the

mantra that there is no bad

weather, only bad gear. So

bundle up, get outside and

explore winter in Squamish.

Top 5 winter ac tivities in Squamish – No matter the weather!1 Eagle Viewing & Floats:

View eagles from Eagle Run

Park in Brackendale, take a

guided eagle watching tour

at Cheakamus Centre or go on

an Eagle Float with Sunwolf

Rafting.

2 Ride the Sea to

Sky Gondola : There are

spectacular views (even with

moody skies), great hiking

trails and wonderful food.

3 Fishing: The sport fishing

in Squamish throughout the

winter draws anglers from

around the world. Valley

Fishing Guides offer tours

and lessons.

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Sunwolf Rafting



Do you want to try snowshoeing but don’t have your own?Escape Route, Valhalla Pure and the Sea to Sky Gondola all rent and sell equipment for various winter activities. Visit exploresquamish.com for more information.

Local Tip4 Shopping: From

Downtown to Garibaldi

Village shopping in Squamish

will surprise you! There are

plenty of great shops with

unique finds and excellent

deals.

5 Museums: Both Britannia

Mine Museum and West

Coast Railway Heritage Park

are open year-round.



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Whether you are looking for

outdoor gear, a gift, home

décor, flowers, a new outfit or

a souvenir of your visit, you

will be sure to find what you

are looking for in Squamish.

Shopping in Squamish is laid-

back, and there are no crowds

or troubles finding parking.

Check out these shopping

destinations to begin your

retail therapy.

Garibaldi Village II Shopping CentreJust off of Highway 99 at the

north end of Squamish, you

will find Garibaldi Village.

Park your car and explore

the many shops, services and

eateries in this modern plaza.

Whether you need gear for

your adventure, clothing,

supplies to stock up your

hotel room, snacks or a full

meal you will be happy you

stopped at Garibaldi Village.

On The FarmThis pocket of Squamish is

a hidden gem! The charming

shops, eateries and services

are connected by a quaint

walkway with a central

courtyard in the middle.

The mellow vibe makes On

The Farm a favourite local

meeting place.

Downtown SquamishSquamish’s downtown core

can be accessed by Cleveland

Avenue from Highway 99. Park

the car, so you can discover

the many gems throughout

the downtown area. There are

clothing stores, flower shops

and eclectic boutiques as well

as a few cafés and restaurants

that you do not want to miss!

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fresh, homemade gelato and

gluten free cookies to bacon

fries and award winning

local beers, you will want to

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shopping list!

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Watch climbers on the Chief?The Grand Wall is the

stunning expanse of steep,

shear granite on the face of

the Chief. It is home to the

most famous rock climbing in

Canada. To watch the climbers

high on the walls, park at the

Stawamus Chief Provincial

Park and wander over to the

grassy picnic area by the blue

pedestrian overpass. Don’t

forget your binoculars for an

up close look!

Watch kiteboarders and windsurfers?When the wind picks up in

the afternoon in the summer,

you can watch the amazing

kiteboarders and windsurfers

at the Squamish Oceanfront

and Squamish Spit (spectators

are free)! It is exciting watching

them leap into the air and

carving across Howe Sound.

Hang out on the beach and

enjoy the view while taking

in the action. At the end of

Cleveland Ave., turn left on

Vancouver St., then right on

Galbraith and follow the road

until it ends at the Squamish

Oceanfront.

View eagles?Eagle Run Park is a municipal

dyke with informational

signage and a team of Eagle

Watch volunteers offering

information during peak Eagle

Season. Exit Highway 99 at

Garibaldi Way and head north

on Government Road to the

bald eagle viewing area across

from the Easter Seal Camp.

Sunwolf Rafting

Where to.... Josh McCulloch

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What’s New

KristallTurm Opening in 2016, the

KristallTurm aerial

adventure park will be

right beside the Squamish

Adventure Centre. Known

for its safety standards, all

climbing elements are fun,

challenging and safe. Come

see what you can do!

Squishy’s Family Fun Zone Squishy’s is a clean, safe,

soft indoor playground for

everyone 0-100 years old. It

is a great place to wear off

energy, hang with friends

and get exercise! Open

daily. Bring the little ones

rain or shine for a fun filled

adventure!

Canadian Outback Rafting Co Scenic Twilight FloatEnjoy an evening with your family, friends and nature

during this idyllic, scenic float. Learn about the world renowned

Squamish Valley and its local wildlife as dusk settles over the

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Executive Suites Hotel and Resort SquamishThis all suites hotel has an

indoor-outdoor pool and

plenty of scenic views.

Sandman Hotel & Suites SquamishThe indoor pool and

waterslide make this hotel

a family favourite.

Sunwolf Riverside ResortThis riverside resort has

cozy cabins and the best

breakfast in Squamish.

Chieftain HotelThe iconic sign of this

downtown hotel is a long

standing piece of Squamish

history.

Hotel SquamishOne of the oldest buildings in

Squamish, this hotel has been

a mainstay in Squamish for

over 100 years.

Howe Sound InnThis boutique hotel has great

views of the Chief and an

award winning craft brewery

on-site.

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ExploreWith so many things to see and do, we guarantee you will have a hard time fitting it all in! There’s no rush, so get comfortable

and stay a while. Choose from a variety of hotels, boutique inns, bed & breakfasts, cabins, yurts and spacious campgrounds;

you are sure to find the perfect place to rest and re-charge at the end of your adventure-filled days!

Please use the pages that follow as a resource while you are here for Where to Stay, Where to Camp & RV, Where to Play,

Where to Golf, Where to Eat & Drink, Where to Shop, and other Services available.

WHERE TO STAYChieftain Hotel & Pub38005 Cleveland Avenue, Squamish, BC V8B 0A1604.892.9119 | [email protected] | chieftainhotel.comStay at the landmark Chieftain Hotel, best location downtown, affordable and clean, friendly and helpful staff, Pub on site. English French Chinese spoken.

Executive Suites Hotel and Resort Squamish40900 Tantalus Road, Squamish, BC V8B 0R3604.815.0048 | executivesuitessquamish.comExecutive Suites Hotel & Resort, Squamish, a spacious all-season and All-Suite Squamish BC resort hotel, 40 minutes from Vancouver and Whistler.

Hotel Squamish37991 Second Ave, Squamish, BC V8B 0A8604.892.9584 | hotel-squamish.comClean, Comfortable, Affordable. Offering this and more at this small owner operated hotel downtown Squamish. Thoughtful extras like free laundry, WiFi, bike wash

Howe Sound Inn & Brewing Co37801 Cleveland Ave, Squamish, BC V8B 0A7604.892.2603 | howesound.comThe Howe Sound Inn and Brewing Company is a boutique inn, brewpub and award winning micro-brewery located in Squamish, BC.

Sandman Hotel & Suites Squamish39400 Discovery Way, Squamish, BC, V8B 0R5604.848.6000 | sandmanhotels.comA great place for vacationers and business travellers; you’ll fall in love with Sandman Hotel & Suites Squamish. Indoor pool & waterslide, free high-speed Internet.

Sunwolf Riverside Resort70002 Squamish Valley Road, Squamish, BC 604.898.1537 | [email protected] | sunwolf.net#1 hotel in Squamish on TripAdvisor. 12 cozy riverside cabins set in 5 acres of woodland. Award-winning onsite cafe. Year round nightly rentals. Pet friendly.

WHERE TO CAMPWonderland Valley Resort1759 Depot Road, Squamish BC, V0N 1T0604.390.4200 | 1.866.987.6512 | [email protected] offer over 50 grassy, wooded and creek side campsites. Ride mountain bikes direct to trails from our camp.

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WHERE TO PLAYBrennan Park Recreation Centre1009 Centennial Way, Squamish, BC, V8B 0E2604.898.3604 | [email protected] | squamish.ca/recfacebook.com/squamishrecreationservicesCommunity recreation facility, amenities include: pool, sports fi elds, ice rink, tennis courts, bike skills park, skate park, and rec programs for all ages.

Britannia Mine Museum1 Forbes Way, Britannia Beach, BC, V0N 1J01.800.896.4044 | britanniaminemuseum.caA multi award-winning Museum and National Historic Site offering underground train tours and gold panning. See why Trip Advisor gave it 4 1/2 stars!

Canadian Outback Rafting Company40900 Tantalus Road, Squamish, BC, V8B 0R3604.898.2363 | reservations@canadianoutbackrafting.comcanadianoutbackrafting.comExperience the best half-day, full-day and multi-day white water rafting trips in some of the finest rafting terrain in the world: Squamish, British Columbia.

Cheakamus Centre2170 Paradise Valley Road, Brackendale, BC, V0N 1H0604.898.5422 | cheakamuscentre.caA destination of excellence in environmental education and sustainable hospitality. The perfect location to learn, work and play in nature’s classroom.

KristallTurm39632 Government Road, Squamish BC, V8B 0B5604.628.8183 | [email protected] | kristallturm.comKristallTurm builds high-ropes, aerial adventure parks. Headquartered in Squamish, our parks deliver adventure to any location, providing fun for all ages & fitness levels.

Mountain Skills Academy & Adventures207B - 4368 Main Street, Market Pavilion, Whistler Town Plaza Whistler, BC, V0N 1B4604.938.9242 | mountainskillsacademy.comOffering guided mountain adventures and for all levels including rock climbing, hiking and the Via Ferrata at the Sea to Sky Gondola.

Sea to Sky Adventure CompanySquamish Adventure Centre 38551 Loggers Lane, Squamish, BC, V8B 0H21.888.284.2453 (bike)adventure@seatoskyadventurecompany.comseatoskyadventurecompany.com We are adventure. Mountain bike rentals and guiding. Guided hikes, bike shuttles and supported road bike tours. SUP & Kayak rentals and tours.

Sea to Sky Gondola36800 Hwy 99, Squamish, BC, V0N 3G01.855.732.8675 | seatoskygondola.com The Sea to Sky Gondola offers a 10 minute gondola ride to year-round adventures, a suspension bridge, local cuisine in the Summit Lodge and breathtaking views of Howe Sound.

Ski Callaghan5 Callaghan Valley Road604.964.0060 | [email protected] Nordic centre & Olympic legacy: 130 km of ski & snowshoe trails and activities like biathlon, ski jumping, tobogganing & baseboarding guarantee family fun!


Squamish Adventure40900 Tantalus Road, Squamish, BC1.866.923.8747 | [email protected] | squamishadventure.comYour guide to the best activities, events & local favorites. We offer easy online booking, custom group tours & educational adventures.

Squamish Days Loggers Sports FestivalAl MacIntosh Loggers Sports Groundsquamishdays.caSquamish Days is a long weekend full of excitement, action, and entertainment for the whole family! Thursday, July 28th to Monday, August 1st, 2016!

Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre 4584 Blackcomb Way, Whistler BC, V0N 1B4604.964.0990 | [email protected] | slcc.caThe Centre features a museum, gallery, exhibits, gift shop, café, and theatre. Admission includes a welcome song, guided tour, film and a fun craft activity.

Squishy’s Family Fun Zone38224 Eaglewind Blvd, Squamish604.848.0744 | Squishysfamilyfunzone.comBeautifully naturally lit, clean, safe, indoor playground /climbing centre.locally roasted coffee and healthy snacks available.

Sunwolf Rafting 70002 Squamish Valley Road, Squamish, BC 604.898.1537 | [email protected] | sunwolf.net#1 Squamish Outdoor Activity on TripAdvisor. Summer whitewater rafting, from family adventures to extreme whitewater expeditions. Winter Eagle Viewing Floats.

TrailMappsSquamish, [email protected] | trailmapps.comPublisher of trail maps and mobile applications for many popular riding destinations.

Valley Fishing Guides Ltd.1477 Judd Road, Brackendale, BC, V0N 1H0604.938.4458 | [email protected] | valleyfishing.comWith 15 years experience guiding for trout, salmon, steelhead and char we offer full, half day, heli-fishing and fly-in fishing trips. We sell out so book soon!

Wedge Whitewater Rafting2170 Paradise Valley Road, Brackendale, BC, V0N 1H0604.932.7171 | wedgerafting.comWedge Rafting has been operating for over two decades. We raft on 2 rivers in Squamish - the family friendly Cheakamus River and the mighty Elaho River.

West Coast Railway Heritage Park39645 Government Road, Squamish BC, V8B604.898.9336 | wcra.orgB.C.’s largest collection of heritage railway equipment and railway village. Also onsite is the Sea to Sky corridor’s largest and most unique conference centre.

WHERE TO GOLFSquamish Valley Golf Club2458 Mamquam Road, Squamish, BC, V8B 0H8604.898.9521 | squamishvalleygolf.comA Canadian Championship Course set in a panoramic mountain back drop that plays through classic parkland with five lakes and mature trees.


WHERE TO EATBlack-Katz Catering3200 University Blvd, Squamish, BC604.848.8858 | [email protected] Black-Katz we strive to enrich people’s lives through good food, sourcing our products from regional, domestic and ethical channels.

Copper Coil Still & Grill37996 Cleveland Avenue, Squamish, BC604.892.0646 | thecoppercoil.comThe Copper Coil Still & Grill is a Cajun inspired smokehouse with a focus on BC craft beers. Open 11am – Midnight 7 days/week.

Fergie’s Cafe 70002 Squamish Valley Road, Squamish, BC 604.898.1537 | [email protected] | sunwolf.net#1 restaurant in Squamish on TripAdvisor. Award-winning cafe in riverside location, covered deck. Kid & pet friendly. Open year round for breakfast & lunch.

Howe Sound Inn & Brewing Co37801 Cleveland Avenue, Squamish BC, V8B 0A7604.892.2603 | howesound.comThe Howe Sound Inn and Brewing Company is a boutique inn, brewpub and award winning micro-brewery located in Squamish, B.C.

Oryzae Japanese Cuisine ~ four seasons of Japan ~38005 Cleveland Avenue, Squamish, BC, V8B 0A8604.567.2999 | facebook.com/OryzaeFourSeasons Squamish has its own life style and culture. By using gifts from nature, Oryzae four seasons of Japan will introduce a brand new experience of Japanese cuisine.

Sushi Sen Japanese Restaurant40382 Tantalus Way, Garibaldi Highlands, BC V0N 1T0604.898.8235 | sushisensquamish.comVoted for the BEST SUSHI in Squamish! Quality you deserve! Always at SUSHI SEN!! (We are newly renovated and have expanded seating capacity!)

The Crabapple Café41701 Government Road, Brackendale, BC, V0N 1H0604.898.1991 | [email protected] | thecrabapplecafe.caA community focused daytime café and intimate night time restaurant providing healthy food at exceptional prices.

The Nest Restaurant41340 Government Road604.898.4444 | info@ thenestrest.com | thenestrest.comPizza, steak, pasta and more! Dine on our patio or inside by the fire, families and large parties welcome. Full menu pick-up or delivery and live music nights.

WHERE TO SHOPDowntown Squamish Business Improvement Association PO Box 2597 Squamish, BC, V8B 0B7604.815.8725 | [email protected] | downtownsquamish.comThe collective voice for businesses of the downtown core. Our mandate is to stimulate and promote the downtown neighbourhood as a vibrant hub of the Squamish community.

Garibaldi Village ll Shopping Centre40204-40282 Glenalder Place, Squamish, BC, V8B 0G2604.662.2623 | [email protected] Village ll is an 82,600 sq. ft. shopping center with 22 merchants and services ready to suit your adventurous lifestyle.

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The Escape Route40222 Glenalder Place, Squamish, BC, V8B 0G2604.892.3228 | escaperoute.caOutdoor Specialty Retail Shop focusing on quality gear and clothing for the Sea to Sky Corridor.

On The Farm 1861 Mamquam Rd, Squamish BC, V8B 0H5604.898.9596 | [email protected] | facebook.com/OnTheFarmCountryMarketLocal food & coffee shop, independent shops and services all surrounding a quaint courtyard with picnic tables and play area. Washrooms and Wifi also available.

The Squamish StoreSquamish Adventure Centre38551 Loggers Lane, Squamish, BC604.815.5084 | 1.877.815.5084 | exploresquamish.comWe sell a wonderful mix of locally-crafted art, pottery, jewellery, books and glassware in addition to a wide array of Squamish-branded clothing for kids and adults.

Valhalla Pure Outfitters#805-1200 Hunter Place (Squamish Station)604.892.9092 | [email protected] | vpo.caAll-Season Adventure Gear: outdoor clothing and equipment for Climbing, Hiking, Paddling and Backcountry Skiing. Maps, guidebooks and equipment rentals too.

SERVICES RE/MAX Sea to Sky Real Estate38261 Cleveland Avenue, Squamish, BC, V8B 0A6604.892.3571 | remax-squamish.com/[email protected] the most exposure for your Squamish property or to purchase your own piece of paradise, call us, the local experts, at RE/MAX Sea to Sky Real Estate.

Royal LePage Black Tusk Realty#3-1900 Garibaldi Way, Squamish, BC, V0N 1T0604.898.5904 | blacktuskrealty.comFor the past 30 years, Royal LePage Black Tusk Realty has served Squamish’s ever-changing real estate needs with local experience that is second to none.

Squamish Arts Council37950 Cleveland Avenue, Squamish, BC604.364.8618 | squamishartscouncil.comNot for profit arts and culture umbrella for the community of Squamish, offering resources and funding to improve access to the arts.

Squamish Integrated Health103-37989 Cleveland Ave, Squamish, BC V8B 0S8604.567.2666 | squamishintegratedhealth.comMassage Therapy, Chiropractic, Physio, Acupuncture, Naturopathic, Counseling.

Squamish Visitor CentreSquamish Adventure Centre38551 Loggers Lane, Squamish, BC604.815.5084 | [email protected] | tourismsquamish.com Stop in for maps, brochures and activity & accommodation bookings. We have all the latest local info on what’s happening in Squamish. Open 7 days per week.

Tourism SquamishSquamish Adventure Centre38551 Loggers Lane, Squamish, BC604.815.5084 | 1.877.815.5084 | exploresquamish.com A non-profit community destination marketing organization. We promote Squamish and coordinate marketing efforts. Become a member and take advantage of our valuable membership benefits.



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