Stawamus Chief Brochure
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Stawamus Chief Brochure
Welcome to the Park Stawamus Chief and Shannon Falls Provincial Parks lie side-by-side along Hwy 99, between Vancouver and Squamish. The Stawamus Chief is the second largest granite monolith in the world, renowned for its rock climbing. Those who reach the summit are rewarded with spectacular views of Howe Sound. The cliff faces of the Chief provide critical nesting habitat for the endangered Peregrine falcon. Shannon Falls holds particular significance for the Squamish people, the area’s first inhabitants. One legend tells that Say-noth-ka, a two-headed sea serpent, created the falls by repeatedly slithering up and down the mountainside. Things to Do Stawamus Chief is an international climbing destination, with opportunities for climbers of all skill levels to practice a variety of styles. Bouldering opportunities exist at the base of the Chief. Peaks Backside trail to the summits of the Chief start at the day-use area (near campground) before dividing into separate trails for each peak. The hikes are strenuous and the weather very changeable. Shannon Falls trail is an easy 350m walk to a spectacular views of Shannon Falls. At Stawamus Chief falcons can be seen from the dayuse area and the peaks offer vistas of Howe Sound and the Squamish Valley. Pets must always be on leash except when on the Peaks Backside Trail. Backcountry areas are unsuitable for dogs. Visitor Services Vehicle-accessible sites at Stawamus are not suitable for large RVs. Shannon Falls doesn’t allow camping. Walk-in campsites in Stawamus are close to the parking lot and well-shaded by second growth trees. Both parks have day-use areas. Most picnic tables at Shannon Falls have barbecue holders and its group site takes reservations. Stawamus has a picnic shelter. Shannon Falls has both pit and flush toilets, Stawamus Chief has pit toilets only. Shannon Falls has accessible toilets. picnic tables and a trail (slight grade) that is both paved and gravel. Help may be required to reach the viewing platform. Drinking water is available in both parks. Enjoy Your Stay Park regulations protect the natural state of the park and ensure the quality experience for all visitors. • Some Stawamus Chief climbing routes are closed each year in early spring-summer to protect nesting falcons. • Campfires are not permitted in either park; a cooking shelter is provided at the Chief campground. • Please store all food and other bear attractants in the campground’s lockers. Contact Information Park Facility Operator (Shannon Falls only): Phone: Email: Sea to Sky Park Services Ltd. 1-604-986-9371 [email protected] Visit www.bcparks.ca for more information! Updated Sept 2009 Stawamus Chief and Shannon Falls Provincial Parks Park Map and Information Guide S N E To Vancouver SHANNON FALLS PROVINCIAL PARK SOUND 250 Scale in metres 0 Hiking Rock Climbing Parking HOWE W Tent Camping 47 Day-use Area Vehicle Camping 1 750 1000 Ra S il Cr Shannon Falls Lower Falls Trail See Detail BC Chief Peaks Trail Grand Wall Contour Interval 100 metres 500 m ua 60 0 First Peak 610 m 6 9 1 8 5 7 6 er Third Peak 702 m us 28 0 10 16 31 32 24 15 75 30 25 14 13 29 50 27 2 12 11 10 4 Scale in metres 25 21 20 17 18 19 26 4 2 3 1 100 Ol es en 700 42 37 38 Chief Peak Trail The Stawamus Chief trails are steep and challenging. Be properly prepared with sturdy footwear, extra clothing, food and water. 700 400 600 34 33 39 41 45 43 36 35 46 Park Facility Operator 44 47 40 STAWAMUS CHIEF P R OV I N C I A L PA R K oad m S ta wa ice R Serv Second Pk 655 m est For 7 5 3 Campground Parking 8 9 10 23 22 11 15 14 13 0 12 To Squamish The Apron m Ma 99 Park Boundary Trail Road Viewpoint Picnic Shelter Toilets Water Information Campground Detail R iv Campground q 99 k Cr ee Day-use Parking Second Peak 500 400 To Shannon Falls Park Third Peak Chief Peaks Trail First Peak 600 STAWAMUS CHIEF AND SHANNON FALLS PROVINCIAL PARKS nno n ha