Egmont, British Columbia
Top Spots in and near Egmont
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Egmont, British Columbia
Kayak the Miller Islet
The coast of British Columbia defies description. It is a wonderland of natural treasures both living and geological, and the vast majority of it is only accessible by water or seaplane. The Miller Islet at the entrance to the glacier-carved Jervis Inlet is both a harbor seal and seabird colony a...Read more -
Powell River, British Columbia
Backcountry Hike and Hut Camp the Northern Portion of the Sunshine Coast Trail
31.1 mi / 3937 ft gainThis adventure is a 50km backcountry hiking and camping trip and should not be attempted without prior backcountry experience. It is recommended you attempt this trail in a group. Below is a detailed description of how to get to the trail and your options for huts while on the trail:The Sunshin...Read more -
Sechelt, British Columbia
Kayak the Sechelt Inlet
The Sechelt Inlet provides the perfect place for an afternoon adventure or multi-day kayak trip. Kayaks and canoes can be rented from a number of outfitters in the Sechelt area, and many allow multi-day rentals for those keen paddlers.A great place to set off is from Porpoise Bay Provincial Park...Read more -
Sechelt, British Columbia
Kayak Sechelt Inlet
4.0Set off from Sechelt, a small seaside community on the Sunshine Coast - about two hours from Vancouver which is accessed by ferry or float plane.As soon as you start paddling from the harbour in Sechelt, the calm waters are so clear that starfish and other marine life are easily visible beneath t...Read more -
Powell River, British Columbia
Snowshoe to Walt Hill Hut
9.9 mi / 3280 ft gainThe Sunshine Coast Trail is a 180-kilometre back country experience that encompasses 12 free cabins, 3 of which are winterized. The cabins are run by volunteers from the Powell River Parks and Wilderness Society (PRPAWS).Drive south on Highway 101 to Duck Lake Forest Service Road 3477 Br.1 and he...Read more -
Squamish-Lillooet D, British Columbia
Hike to Crooked Falls
4.04 mi / 1400 ft gainThe trail to Crooked Falls starts at the Sigurd Creek Trail. The coordinates are: N49.910556, W-123.322817. It is a scenic dive just past the Squamish city center and the Squamish River. Once at the trail head you'll walk across a bridge over Sigurd Creek and follow the logging road for a couple...Read more -
Whistler, British Columbia
Hike to High Falls Creek, BC
5.05.3 mi / 1719.2 ft gainThis is a great hike with varied terrain. From a flat meandering path to steep, scramble sections with chains and braided ropes. The must-see attraction on this trail is the thunder force of tumbling water heard throughout the day as you hike along a steep walled canyon.You have the option of par...Read more -
Britannia Beach, British Columbia
Rock Climb at Seal Cove
From the Britannia Beach parking lot walk north. There is a well established trail along the West side of the highway. Walk roughly 400 metres North and you will find a steep trail leading towards the ocean. You'll quickly come to a small boulder field, cross cautiously and follow the cairns. Fr...Read more -
Parksville, British Columbia
Explore Lasqueti Island
15.5 mi / 754.6 ft gainLasqueti Island is a beautiful island that covers about 75 square kilometres. It is one of the drier islands in the strait, and has some of the warmest waters too. The shores are dotted with arbutus trees, and feral sheep run wild through the woods. The lack of car ferry and direct utilities kee...Read more -
Squamish-Lillooet D, British Columbia
Camp at Porteau Cove Provincial Park
3.0Porteau Cove Provincial Park is located 38 km outside of Vancouver just off the Sea-to-Sky highway between Lion’s Bay and Squamish. The park is open year-round for day visits and camping. Porteau Cove Provincial Park is located in the most southerly fjord in North America. The park overlooks Ho...Read more -
Squamish-Lillooet D, British Columbia
Hike to Deeks Lake
3.07.5 mi / 3280.8 ft gainBegin the Deeks Lake trail at the Lions Bay parking lot (same entrance as the Howe Sound Crest Trail) just off of Highway 99 North. The pullout is right before Porteau Cove Provincial Park. Begin by walking past the yellow gate and taking an immediate right into the trail where you will begin y...Read more -
Britannia Beach, British Columbia
Hike and Climb the Chief
4.56.8 mi / 1968.5 ft gainIf you are hiking this spot, you can do so even as a beginner so long as you have a good fitness level. I’ve seen people do this in jeans and dress shoes, although they are crazy. Wear some hikers and prepare to get your sweat on. There are three peaks, first is the most popular, second has the b...Read more -
Britannia Beach, British Columbia
Hike BC's Shannon Falls
4.00.3 miTowering above Howe Sound in Squamish, British Columbia, at 335 meters, Shannon Falls is BC's third largest waterfall, with two hiking loops for both beginner and intermediate hikers. The first of the two trails is approximately 350 meters in length and allows for a birds-eye view of the Falls, ...Read more -
Sea to Sky Gondola, British Columbia
Scramble Sky Pilot
4.010 mi / 3800 ft gainSky Pilot Mountain is the highest peak past Stawamus Chief, Squamish's famous vertical rock face. Luckily, the rock just beyond the Chief is just as beautiful and reliable for climbers, hikers, and scramblers looking to stretch their legs and challenge their vertigo limits on an exposed, thrillin...Read more -
Squamish, British Columbia
Hike Al's Habrich Trail
3.07.4 mi / 3130 ft gainWe arrived at the Sea to Sky Gondola in the early morning and rode up to the top in the gondola to where the trailhead was. Once at the top there was a gift shop and a suspension bridge with a wooden viewing platform. The trail goes to the left of the complex down an old logging road. It is well ...Read more -
Squamish, British Columbia
Snowshoe Al's Habrich Trail
3.7 mi / 1312.3 ft gainStrap on your snowshoes and head up to the Sea to Sky Gondola in Squamish, about a 45 minute drive from Vancouver. You can either take the gondola up (~$40), or hike up the Sea to Sky Summit trail that begins near the parking lot to the chief to get to the trailhead for Al's Habrich. If doing the...Read more