Magic in the Squamish Mountains
It’s the most magical time of the year in Squamish—the mountains are dusted with snow, and the alpenglow and starry nights are on daily rotation. Get your dose of Christmas cheer with these seasonal activities and events.
Eagle Floats
Bundle up and see the Squamish eagles as you float gently down the Squamish and Mamquam rivers. Your cozy float includes hot cocoa, a warm snack and plenty of wildlife and sightseeing opportunities. Available daily through Canadian Outback Rafting and Squamish Rafting.
Polar Express
Put on your finest pyjamas and climb aboard a magical one-hour ride on the West Coast Railway Heritage Park’s Polar Express. Passengers will then travel to the North Pole workshop and gingerbread village for a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets go fast.
Visit Eagle Run Dyke
Stroll along Eagle Run Dyke where you will find volunteer interpreters with high-power spotting scopes and adapters for cell phone photography. The volunteers will be at the Eagle Run Viewing Shelter just off Government Road on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to 3 pm, as well as throughout the Christmas Week.
Winter Craft Tasting Trail
Sample festive favourite craft beverages in Squamish to warm up from the inside out. Pick up a Craft Tasting Trail Passport from the Squamish Adventure Centre and collect three or more stamps to win a prize. Don’t miss Howe Sound Brewing’s Father John’s Winter Ale—it’s Christmas in a bottle!
Sea to Sky Gondola
The Spirit of Christmas at the Sea to Sky Gondola is on now with a holiday event lineup that will surely lift your seasonal spirit. Visit with Santa, snowshoe the Spirit Trail, and cap off your day with a chocolate fondue.
Winter Wonderland
Explore the snowy and frost-licked forests of Garibaldi Provincial Park. The entire area is a dream for snowshoers and backcountry skiers. Further north, the Callaghan Valley offers 130 kilometres of Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, tobogganing and more. Visit exploresquamish.com for a full list of things to do throughout the winter months and to find out how you can take advantage of rates as low as $65 per night.