Alice Lake and DeBeck's Hill from Garibaldi Highlands

Alice Lake and DeBeck's Hill from Garibaldi Highlands is a solid Squamish leg-burner, not a casual stroll. The loop is listed at 17.5 km with about 893 m of gain and a high point around 465 m, but recent hikers say it feels longer and closer to 22 km for the full route. Expect a challenging day out at roughly six hours or more, depending on how often you stop to look around.

The route climbs steadily from the Garibaldi Highlands into classic Squamish forest, with a mix of roots, rocks, and fast, flowy sections shared with mountain bikers. You move through dense coastal trees, pockets of mossy singletrack, and occasional openings with glimpses toward the Tantalus Range and down toward Alice Lake. It’s more about the forest experience and rolling terrain than huge summit views, but the constant variation keeps it interesting.

Recent reports mention a clear, beautiful trail that’s well maintained but lightly signed, so having a GPS track for Alice Lake and DeBeck's Hill from Garibaldi Highlands is smart, especially at junctions with bike trails. Be ready to step aside for riders; everyone’s generally respectful, but you need to stay alert. This loop is doable most of the year outside of heavy snow or deep winter storms, though fall and spring can be muddy and slick, and the distance creep means you should pack like you’re doing a 20+ km day: extra water, snacks, and a bit more time than the stats suggest.