Dog-Friendly Squamish Itinerary
Squamish isn’t just an adventurer’s paradise- it’s a pup’s paradise too! Whether your four-legged bestie is a trail-loving floofer, a patio-chilling pupper, or a stick-chasing goober, there are endless ways to explore Squamish together. So grab the leash (and the treats) and get ready for a tail-wagging good time.
DAY 1
First things first, you'll want to find your home away from home and check in. Squamish has a bunch of dog-friendly hotels where your woofer will be welcomed with open paws. Once you’ve dropped the bags (and maybe fluffed a pillow for the pup), it’s time to fuel up.
Breakfast/Lunch:
Fergie's Cafe is a legendary spot has a dog-friendly patio where you and your pupperino can soak up the fresh Squamish vibes. You get eggs benny, your dog gets allllll the head scratches. Win-win. You can also check out the expansive patio at Freebird Table & Oyster Bar, though with all those rolling hills in the view there may be more playtime than eat-time.
Afternoon Adventure: Trail Time!
Squamish trails = doggo heaven. Here are some top picks for a sniff-filled stroll (please note all of these trails are located in north Squamish):
Ray Peters Trail – Flat, cruisy, and paw-fect for zoomies.
Four Lakes Trail – A forested loop with plenty of good sniffs.
Brohm Lake Trail – Add water access for splishy-splashy puppers.
After a day of sniffing, stick-chasing, and exploring, head back to your digs and give your goodest boy/girl some belly rubs, or even better... how about a night cap?
Aprés Me
Not feeling like the day is through? Raincity Distillery and Cliffside Cider both have a dog-friendly patio. If you want to treat your pup too, head over to Alice & Brohm for a real fruit ice cream for you, and a pup cup for your best fur friend.
DAY 2
Morning Routine:
Check out Sunflower Bakery Café or Fox & Oak, both of these downtown cafes have dog-friendly patios with killer coffee and snacks. You’ll get your caffeine fix, pup gets more love and maybe a treat-o.
Walk Warm-Up:
Flat, easy, and views for days. Squamish Estuary trails are a paw-some way to stretch the legs before deciding how ambitious you’re feeling. Please keep your dog leashed to protect the flora and fauna and be on the lookout for trail closure signs - often bears are spotted in this area and the trails may be closed. Alternately, there's a network of trails behind the Squamish Valley Golf Course that are perfect for a cruisy warm-up walkie.
Choose Your Adventure:
The Chief – Iconic Squamish hike. Bring water (for you and pup) and get ready to climb.
Sea to Summit Trail – Challenge accepted! Bonus: your dog can ride the gondola down with a special pup pass. Yep, Squamish really thought of everything. (dog ride down pass is $19.05 with partial proceeds to BCSPCA. Hoo-mans will also need to purchase a download pass)
Murrin Park – Looking for a chill afternoon? Let your pupper explore this beautiful trail complete with view, lookouts and a lake. Oh, and you'll like it too.
Porteau Cove – Time to fetch some sticks and splash around in the ocean! Warning: wet dog smell is 100% guaranteed.
Evening Patio Sesh: You've Both Earned It
Wrap up your day with a pint on Howe Sound Brewing's dog-friendly patio while your sidekick snoozes under the table dreaming of squirrels. We've got lots of dog-friendly Squamish patios, so take your pick!
Bonus Round: Off-Leash Shenanigans
Still got energy? Squamish has a couple of off-leash dog parks for unleashed zoomies:
Eagle Wind Dog Park (downtown Squamish)
Tantalus Road Dog Park (Garibaldi Highlands)
FINAL WOOFS:
Vet Care: Adventures are amazing, but sometimes accidents happen. Keep Eagleview Veterinary Hospital in mind, just in case your pup needs some TLC.
Winter Fun: When the snow starts falling, the dog loop at Whistler Olympic Park is a must. Over 12kms of snowy trails designed for both hoomans and hounds. Bonus: pups get a free bag of FirstMate treats with every October dog pass.
Exploring Squamish with your furry BFF is paws-down the best way to spend a weekend, just remember:
- Pick up after your doggo
- Keep them leashed unless you’re in a designated off-leash area
- Always obey closure signs
- Respect wildlife, other adventurers, and the trails
Now go on- grab the leash and let the adventures begin. May your pup love Squamish as much as you do!
