Located in the province of British Columbia, the town of Squamish is a magnet for outdoor adventurers, where forested mountains guard the community from all angles. Forestry has been the traditional core of the local economy, with tourism gaining a more important part. The highlight of the town is Stawamus Chief, a large granite massif whose cliff is ideal for rock climbing. It is thought to be the second largest granite monolith in the world.
Weather in Canada can be extreme, yet the summer months are consistently pleasant, with moderate to warm temperatures. The mountainous regions tend to avoid severe weather during the summer, though the continental climate of the interior can be dramatic.
English and French.
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Visit between the months of May and September for ideal rock climbing conditions.
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