Shannon Falls Provincial Park {Squamish BC}
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Spectacular Shannon Falls Provincial Park – Squamish British Columbia
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If your travel plans include a visit to the west coast of 🍁 Canada, then you must make a point of visiting the spectacular …
The 🌊 Falls are located just outside the Town of Squamish in the Province of British Columbia, and just 58 kilometers north of the 🏙 City of Vancouver. Filled with a variety of tours and attractions, Squamish is now considered to be …
The Gateway to the Best Adventure in British Columbia!
From world class; 🧗 Rock Climbing, White Water Rafting, 🦅 Bald Eagle Viewing, 🚡 The Sea to Sky Gondola to 🌊 Shannon Falls and much more. Squamish has certainly placed itself on the 🗺 map, attracting visitors from around the globe. 🌎
In fact, the New York Times recently named Squamish as one of the Top 52 Places to Visit around the World.
Shannon Falls Provincial Park – British Columbia’s Third Highest Waterfall
Shannon Falls Provincial Park is located just off the picturesque – 🛣 Sea to Sky Highway, which is en-route to famous Whistler, BC.
The Falls are situated in a well maintained 🏞 BC Provincial Park.
This is a perfect place to stop for a rest and get out and enjoy the outdoors for a while. The spectacular scenery surrounding and including the Shannon Falls, is definitely well worth the visit.
With over 210 acres of park to enjoy, this is now a favorite among locals and visitors. A perfect spot for a 🥾 hike and even a picnic in the warmer weather.
Check out my quick 30 second amateur 📹 video I took on our last visit to the Shannon Falls. Be sure to turn your 🔊 speakers on! 🙂
Shannon Falls Provincial Park – YouTube Video
It’s hard not to be mesmerized by the sound and site of the cascading falls, dropping over 1000 feet from the top. As the snow begins to melt from the 🏔 mountain peaks, the water roars as it makes its way to the bottom.
The park offers; well maintained trails and steps leading to viewing platforms. Within steps from the parking lot and picnic area, access is easy for most everyone.
Excellent Hiking Around Shannon Falls Provincial Park
Named after William Shannon, a pioneer settler on the property back in the late 1800’s, the park is now one of the numerous, popular hiking locations in and around Squamish to enjoy.
For serious 🥾 hikers, there is a difficult hike that leads up to the top of the famous 🏔 Stawamus Chief Mountain, offering stunning views that will leave you breathless!
Shannon Falls is easy to find, located just south of town directly off the main highway corridor. Be sure to make a point of stopping at the park, as well as take the time to discover what Squamish really has to offer.
Get off the highway and head into the downtown area, and check out the many local shops and cafes the city offers. It always amazes me why so many are in such a hurry in their travels, especially while on vacation. Theses people are missing some of the great sites and attractions, that are located just off the highway.
Instead, opting for unhealthy 🍔 fast food next to the ⛽ gas station, as they rush to get to their destinations.
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Squamish and surrounding area are a perfect example of this, so come see what you are missing!
If you are visiting this region for the first time, be sure to mark 🌊 Shannon Falls and Squamish on your map, as a place to see and perhaps stay during your travels.
You will not be disappointed!
Below, I have listed the 🌲 Official Squamish Tourism website for your convenience, for more detailed information on the many things the city has to offer. There is also a great tourism information center located in town, that is definitely worth stopping at as well!
😎 Safe and Healthy Travels!
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