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Squamish [1] is a town in the Sea to Sky region of British Columbia. Located half-way between Vancouver and Whistler, Squamish calls itself The Outdoor Recreation Capital of Canada due to the abundant Rock Climbing, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Golf, Fishing, Kayaking, Bouldering, White Water Rafting, Horseback Riding, Scuba Diving, and other activities readily available in the area.

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Squamish is on Highway 99, 44 km North of Vancouver. From Vancouver, head north over either the Lions Gate Bridge or the Second Narrows Bridge. If you are on the Second Narrows Bridge, stay on Highway 1 through Horseshoe Bay, keeping right as you approach the BC Ferry Terminal. Highway 99 starts here - Just follow the signs for Squamish and Whistler. From The Lion's Gate Bridge, get onto Marine Drive heading towards West Vancouver, turn right on Taylor Way after you loop around under the bridge, head up the hill and turn left onto Highway 1 towards Horseshoe Bay. This is all well signed.

• Greyhound Bus, travels between Vancouver and Whistler six to seven times per day, stopping in Squamish.

• Perimeter Bus, 1-604-717-6600, [2]. Runs direct from YVR airport to Squamish with their YVR-Squamish Express service. 6 daily departures in winter.

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• BC Museum of Mining, Forbes Way, Britannia Beach (11 km south of Squamish, just off of Highway 99), ☎ 1-800-896-4044 (toll-free) or +1 604 896-2233, [3]. Open daily 9AM-4:30PM. Once the largest copper producer in the British Empire, this mine turned museum offers outstanding insight into how mining worked a hundred years ago. Guided tours include a train ride in the mine tunnels and are available regularly throughout the summer. Self-guided: $7.50; tours: $12/$14/$18.50 (youth/students & seniors/adult).  edit

• In winter, Squamish hosts thousands of Bald Eagles who winter here and feast on the plentiful salmon coming up the rivers to spawn. On any given day between mid-November and late February it is usually easy to see dozens of eagles if you go for a walk in the right place. The most popular viewing area is Eagle Run on Government Road. Turn west off Highway 99 at Garibaldi Way. This is a right turn if you are coming from Whistler, and a right turn from the south [Petrocan, 7-11, and Husky mark the corner]. Turn right on Government at the T-junction 30 metres later, and wind down the road about 1km. There is ample parking next to the Easter Seal Camp/Camp Summit area. Eaglewatch volunteers staff the viewing area on the dyke on some days and sometimes there are telescopes set up at the interpretive centre.

• Shannon Falls Provincial Park, Highway 99 & Shannon Falls Park Rd (turn at the lights 2 km south of Squamish). Shannon Falls are the third highest falls in British Columbia at 335 meters. The main trail is a ten minute walk from the parking lot to a viewpoint at the bottom of the falls. There are also other hiking trails in the park and some rock climbing routes.  edit

• West Coast Railway Heritage Park, 39645 Government Rd, ☎ +1 604 898-9336, [4]. 10AM-5PM. A treasure trove of old train paraphernalia reflecting Western Canada's Heritage. The star attraction is "The Royal Hudson", a steam train currently being restored there, but there are a variety of cars and locomotives to see and tour. The 3 km miniature train ride is good fun for kids of all ages. $8.50/$10 (students & seniors/adult).  edit

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Rock Climbing - Squamish is world renowned among climbers. The towering granite monolith, the Stawamus Chief, serves as the primary draw. There are over 600 established routes in the area, most of them traditional in nature, requiring the placement of gear for protection. There are many sport routes in the area with fixed/bolted protection though the majority of sport climbing in the area is along the Squamish-Whistler corridor. The boulders located at the base of the Stawamus Chief are starting to attract many climbers. This is to be partially attributed to the Climbing DVD 'Rampage' staring Chris Sharma. There are several quality guide books available for the established climbers as well as several commercial guides for hire.

Rafting - Squamish has amazing rafting on the Elaho and Squamish Rivers a mere 25 miles north of the town in the Squamish Valley. The rapids are class 3 and 4, including the spectacular "Devils Elbow". Canadian Outback Adventures [5] is the primary outfitter in this region.

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Along Highway 99 you'll find the usual fast food fare with a higher concentration near the city center exit.

• Dragon Terrace Chinese Restaurant 38037 Cleveland Avenue, Squamish, (604) 892-3717 [6] Tasty Chinese meals at affordable prices. Open 4-10pm, closed Tuesdays.
• North Beach Lounge & Grill 37801 Cleveland., (604) 892-2603. (at the Howe Sound Inn & Brewing Co) [7]

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• Chieftain Pub. 38005 Cleveland, (604) 892-9119.
• Howe Sound Inn & Brewing Company 37801 Cleveland Ave.
• Cliffside Neighbourhood Pub 1893 Maple, (604) 892-5955. Pool, Kareoke, Bingo. Music Friday and Saturday nights.

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• August Jack Motor Inn, 37947 Cleveland Avenue, ☎ +1 604 892-3504‎, [8]. Located between Vancouver and Whistler, golf, and or ski  edit

• Sea To Sky Hotel, 40330 Tantalus Way, ☎ +1 604 898-4874 (toll free: 1-866-845-8511), [9]. Choose from standard rooms with two queen beds or one-bedroom suites. Rooms include microwave, mini-fridge and complimentary breakfast. Wireless internet is also available. $139-199.  edit
• Smokebluff Vacation Rental, 1005 Panorama Place (smokebluff@shaw.ca), ☎ 1-604-815-0113, [10]. 3 bedrooms house and/or 1 bedroom suite located in the heart of Smokebluff Climbing Park, overlooking Squamish with ocean & mountain views 1-888-812-0113(NA)  edit

[edit] Get out

• Sea to Sky - the corridor that runs from Vancouver to Whistler holds many sightseeing and recreation possibilities
• Whistler

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