Squamish

Mestečko · Britská Kolumbia, 🇨🇦 Kanada

Počet obyvateľov 23 819

Rozloha 112 km²

Časové pásmo America/Vancouver

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Squamish Essentials

Squamish serves as a hub for granite climbing and coastal rainforest exploration. This selection includes Shannon Falls, British Columbia’s third-highest waterfall, and the Stawamus Chief, a massive granite monolith. The Sea-to-Sky Gondola provides access to high-alpine trails and the Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge. Historical preservation is represented by the West Coast Railway Heritage Park’s collection of vintage locomotives, while the Tantalus Lookout offers direct views of the glaciated Tantalus Range.

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Climbing Spots in Squamish

Squamish is a global epicenter for rock climbing, centered around the massive granite monolith of the Stawamus Chief and the accessible crags of the Smoke Bluffs. This selection highlights diverse terrain ranging from the bolted sport routes of Area 44 and Top Shelf to the classic traditional cracks found throughout the Smoke Bluffs. It includes the Petrifying Wall’s technical faces and indoor training facilities at Ground Up Climbing Centre for year-round sessions. These spots showcase the region's signature high-friction granite and world-renowned route quality.

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Scenic Viewpoints & Peaks

Squamish is defined by its dramatic topography between Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains. This collection features prominent granite summits like the Stawamus Chief's highest peak and accessible roadside overlooks along the Sea to Sky Highway. Notable sites include the 335-meter Shannon Falls and various vantage points offering clear views of the glaciated Tantalus Range, the Squamish River Valley, and the volcanic formations within the Cheakamus Canyon region.

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Parks and Nature

Squamish’s natural landscape features a mix of freshwater lakes and riverside community parks. Alice Lake and Brohm Lake offer extensive trail networks through coastal rainforest, with opportunities for swimming and mountain biking. In the Brackendale area, Fisherman’s Park and Eagle Run Park provide access to the Squamish River, serving as prime locations for winter bald eagle viewing and salmon fishing. Cottonwood Park offers a quiet green space within the local neighborhood, connecting residents to the region's outdoor recreation corridors.

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