Seed Peak

Seed Peak is one of those Squamish hikes that still feels a bit under-the-radar, partly because just getting to the trailhead is half the battle. The route is a 14.3 km out-and-back with about 1,043 m of gain up to roughly 1,735 m, rated difficult for good reason. It’s steep, a bit rough around the edges, and the “trail” can feel more like a suggestion than a clear line in spots.

Once you’re on the Seed Peak trail, expect a mix of logging road, rooty singletrack, and rocky sections that keep you paying attention. The reward is big open views in almost every direction, with classic Squamish mountains and valleys spread out below and very little crowding compared to the more popular peaks closer to town. The final stretch is short but sharp, and many people park higher up and walk the last 5 minutes rather than grinding their vehicle up the roughest bit of road.

Recent hikers report almost no snow and say a 4x4 is strongly recommended to reach the usual Seed Peak trailhead, though you can park lower and add some road walking if your car isn’t up for it. There’s active logging around the Pinecone Trail area, so expect reroutes, follow posted signs, and make eye contact with any operators before passing. Best season is generally July through October when the road is clear and the alpine is dry, and you should plan more like 4 hours round trip at a steady pace rather than the optimistic 3-hour estimate.