Squamish Hiking Trails &amp; Backcountry Routes

Demon Ridge

Get to know this 16.3-km out-and-back trail near Squamish-Lillooet Regional, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 10 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, hiking, and off-road driving, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through August. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

16.3 km

Elevation

+946m

Time

6 h 10 min

No dogs Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Garibaldi Lake to The Black Tusk trail photo

Challenging

Garibaldi Lake to The Black Tusk

Enjoy this 10.3-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 42 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

10.3 km

Elevation

+826m

Time

4 h 42 min

No dogs Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Mamquam Lake Trail

Get to know this 41.4-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 13 h 50 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

41.4 km

Elevation

+1,875m

Time

13 h 50 min

No dogs Forest Lake River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Moderate

Red Heather Meadows

Check out this 11.4-km loop trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 54 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

11.4 km

Elevation

+541m

Time

3 h 54 min

No dogs Forest Lake Views Waterfall Wildlife

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Very Hard

Windsor Peak

Proceed cautiously on this 17.1-km out-and-back trail near Porteau, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 36 min to complete and should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are May through September.

Distance

17.1 km

Elevation

+1,602m

Time

8 h 36 min

Forest Lake Views

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Point to Point

Howe Sound Crest Trail

Discover this 26.2-km point-to-point trail near Porteau, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for hiking and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

26.2 km

Elevation

+2,514m

Time

7 h 53 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake Views

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Deeks Lake - Hanover Lake - Brunswick Lake trail photo

Hard

Deeks Lake - Hanover Lake - Brunswick Lake

Try this 19.0-km out-and-back trail near Porteau, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 53 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

19 km

Elevation

+1,292m

Time

7 h 53 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake Views

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Very Hard

Mount Price

Get to know this 26.7-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 10 h 18 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are June through October.

Distance

26.7 km

Elevation

+1,604m

Time

10 h 18 min

Lake River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Sigurd Peak

Check out this 15.4-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

15.4 km

Elevation

+2,023m

Time

10 h 52 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildlife

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Ossa Mountain

Proceed cautiously on this 24.5-km out-and-back trail near Cheakamus 11, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through September.

Distance

24.5 km

Elevation

+2,375m

Time

10 h 52 min

Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Hard

High Falls to Seagram Lake

Discover this 28.3-km out-and-back trail near Cheakamus 11, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 10 h 52 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, birding, and camping, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are June through September.

Distance

28.3 km

Elevation

+1,682m

Time

10 h 52 min

Forest Lake Views Waterfall

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Reflection Lake and Tricouni Peak trail photo

Reflection Lake and Tricouni Peak

Enjoy this 28.2-km out-and-back trail near Squamish-Lillooet Regional, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 12 h 25 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, birding, and camping, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are May through September.

Distance

28.2 km

Elevation

+2,130m

Time

12 h 25 min

Forest Lake Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Watersprite Lake (Winter Route) trail photo

Challenging

Watersprite Lake (Winter Route)

Head out on this 15.3-km out-and-back trail near Seaichem 16, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 17 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are July through April.

Distance

15.3 km

Elevation

+743m

Time

5 h 17 min

Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Moderate

Mamquam Trail

Enjoy this 4.8-km loop trail near Squamish-Lillooet Regional, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 45 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

4.8 km

Elevation

+258m

Time

1 h 45 min

Dog friendly Forest Views Wildlife

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Garibaldi Highlands and Alice Lake trail photo

Easy

Garibaldi Highlands and Alice Lake

Head out on this 13.0-km loop trail near Seaichem 16, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 30 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.

Distance

13 km

Elevation

+350m

Time

3 h 30 min

Beach Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Hard

Mount Mulligan Trail

Discover this 15.3-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for hiking and skiing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are January through March.

Distance

15.3 km

Elevation

+1,136m

Time

39 min

Forest Views Wildlife

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Very Easy