British Columbia
Everything You Need to Plan the Perfect Trip to BC, Canada
Your Ultimate Guide to the Best Hiking, Backpacking, and Travel Itineraries in British Columbia, Canada
British Columbia is home to some of the wildest mountain terrain in North America, from glacier-fed lakes in the Coast Mountains to the towering peaks of the BC Rockies, and planning a trip here deserves more than a quick list of trailheads. Below you’ll find our collection of BC hiking and backpacking guides, trip planning advice, and destination deep dives for Squamish, Whistler, and the trails around Vancouver, along with a few bucket-list backpacking trips on the BC side of the Rockies. Each guide is based on a lot of firsthand experience (we’ve spent a big chunk of every summer in Squamish for over five years) and designed to help you explore farther, hike smarter, and experience BC beyond the usual stops.
Must-Do Backpacking Trips in BC
Discover single night to multi-day backpacking trips in British Columbia, from bucket-list routes in the BC Rockies to alpine lakes near Vancouver, Squamish, and Whistler
Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Wedgemount Lake
The best hike near Whistler, Wedgemount Lake, is one of Garibaldi Provincial Park’s most stunning trails. We've hiked and backpacked this steep, short trail near Whistler multiple times, and included everything from permits and trail details to camping and what to pack in this guide.
Complete Guide to Backpacking Mount Assiniboine
Everything you need to know to backpack to Magog Lake in Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park. Plan your Mount Assiniboine backpacking trip with this detailed guide covering Wonder Pass, Magog Lake camping, permits, gear tips, and the best time to go.
Backpacking Panorama Ridge & Golden Ears Summit
Trail details and camping permits for backpacking or hiking to the Golden Ears Summit via the East Canyon trail to Panorama Ridge. A truly bucket list backpacking trip. This comprehensive guide includes how to get permits, trail details, campsite information, and seasonal timing.
The Perfect Weekend in Squamish
Your Full, Outdoorsy Weekend Itinerary
Squamish is our favorite outdoor town in BC, and we’ve spent months there every summer for over five years climbing, hiking, and backpacking. It’s the perfect weekend getaway from Vancouver, with world-class granite, canyoning, paddleboarding on Howe Sound, and the Sea to Sky Gondola. This is exactly how we’d spend a weekend there.
Why Trust Our BC Travel Guides?
Hey, we’re Skye & Garrett, husband and wife outdoor travel bloggers based just south of the border in Washington State. British Columbia has become like a second home home to us over the past four to five years and we want to share all that it has to offer with you.
We spend a big part of every summer in Squamish, Whistler, Vancouver Island, and Pemberton for climbing, hiking, and backpacking, and we’ve spent time in the winter too, skiing Whistler. Between vanlife at campgrounds, house sitting, and our favorite places to stay, we’ve explored the Sea to Sky corridor from Vancouver up to Pemberton, plus the BC side of the Canadian Rockies on backpacking trips to Mount Assiniboine, Lake O’Hara, and Berg Lake.
All of our guides are written based on years of experience in these areas, and months spent in BC each year. And as hike leaders and climbing instructors, you know each guide will have a crazy amount of detail on the trip and planning process. We want our travel guides to give you everything you need to plan the perfect trip.
The Best BC Day Hikes
Discover unforgettable day hikes in British Columbia, from turquoise lakes near Pemberton to big views above Squamish and Yoho National Park
Hike to the Top of the Sea to Sky Gondola via The Climb
Skip the gondola ride up and earn your view instead. The Climb is a steep trail that gains the same elevation as the Sea to Sky Gondola, with a ride back down waiting at the top. This guide covers trail stats, gondola tickets, and what to expect on the way up.
Day Hiking Joffre Lakes Near Pemberton
Three glacier-fed lakes, each more turquoise than the last. Joffre Lakes is one of the most popular hikes in BC, and this guide covers everything you need to plan your visit, including day-use pass requirements, trail stats, seasonal conditions, and tips for beating the crowds.
Day Hiking Lake O’Hara’s Alpine Circuit in Yoho
Lake O’Hara offers some of the most picturesque hiking in Yoho National Park. Explore turquoise lakes, jagged peaks, and alpine meadows with our guide to the Alpine Circuit and other must-do hikes, plus how to get a seat on the bus.
Backpacking Gear and Hiking Essentials For Your Trip to British Columbia
Get ready for the trails with our ultimate guides to ultralight backpacking gear and what to wear for hiking and backpacking. Learn how to pack smart, stay comfortable, and handle BC’s famously wet coastal weather on every step of your adventure.