Included: An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area 3-day Elfin Lakes guided trek Accommodation for 2 nights (camping) Camping gear including tents, sleeping pads, etc. All camping meals and snacks Food & group gear carried in by a porter Park passes, permits, insurance Not included: Transportation to/from Squamish Optional activities Sleeping bags Alcoholic beverages Insurance — available to add at checkout Guide gratuities — optional

How fit do I need to be?

This Elfin Lakes guided trek is open to everyone , though some fitness is required for the hike in, which takes 4-6 hours. The most you’ll hike within a day is 10 km (6 mi) with 850 m (2,800 ft) of elevation gain , and that’s Day 1. Other days are easier. Check out the itinerary to learn about day-by-day distances and elevation changes. Keep in mind that there will be a porter carrying food and group gear, and this will keep your pack light ! The Elfin Lakes trek is one of the easier access points into Garibaldi Provincial Park, so it’s the perfect choice even if it’s your first time hiking or camping.

Waiver and release of liability

Liability waivers are a standard part of all guided outdoor adventures. Recently, the requirements have become a bit more rigorous for ACMG guides—meaning that you’ll need to agree to the signing of the waiver at the time of booking. Prior to booking, we ask you to review the waiver . During the checkout process, you’ll have to acknowledge the risks and agree to the signing of the waiver. You are required to bring a printed copy on the trip. Please note that signing and agreeing to the terms of the waiver is required in order to join this adventure. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us prior to booking.

What do I need to bring?

Clothing Wool and/or synthetic socks Synthetic or wool base layer, top & bottom Light mid-layer jacket Hiking pants Gore-Tex or similar outer jacket Warm puffy jacket Toque & brimmed cap Light gloves & insulated gloves Personal equipment Sleeping bag (-5 to -8 C) Hiking boots Backpack Sunglasses Sun and lip cream Head lamp Swimsuit

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing For this Elfin Lakes guided trek , the usual client-to-guide ratio is 6 :1. It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 6 participants . Elfin Lakes guided treks can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Elfin Lakes guided trek on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has participants under the age of 18 , contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

The starting point of your Elfin Lakes guided trek is Squamish, BC. To get there, most people fly into Vancouver International Airport (YVR) . From there, you can take a shuttle service or rent a car to reach Squamish—it will take you 1.5 to 2 hours. Make sure to arrive in Squamish at least a day prior to the hike, since you’ll be meeting your guide at 8am on Day 1.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout. Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

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Elfin Lakes Guided Trek, Garibaldi Provincial Park

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Things to know

Duration

3 days

Season

June through September

Group size

Up to 6 people

What's included

Guide, tents, all food, permits, food & group gear porter

Sometimes the best adventures come in small packages, and this 3-day Elfin Lakes trek is proof. Taking a full week off can be a challenge, but this short and sweet getaway in Garibaldi Provincial Park fits easily into your schedule. Our days will be filled with alpine air, turquoise waters, and stunning peaks—and even glaciers, lava flows, and volcano craters! If you’re a beginner, we’ll show you everything you need to know about camping and spending your first night in the wild. All food, permits, and a porter to carry the group’s gear and supplies are taken care of—just join us, travel light, and drift off beneath a canopy of stars.

Brian

ACMG Apprentice Alpine Guide, ACMG Apprentice Rock Guide, CAA Avalanche Practitioner

Adventure highlights

All-inclusive camping trip

Let us take care of all the permits, food, group gear, and tents—and we’ll take you hiking along the most scenic trails in the area
Lakes, volcanoes, and beyond

The terrain on this hiking trip is superb, we’ll come across volcanic craters, glaciers, lakes, lava flows, and more
Local guides’ fave trails

After years on these trails, we’ve chosen some of the most stunning hikes in Garibaldi Provincial Park

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Come join us on this Elfin Lakes guided trek, a 3-day adventure into the southern reaches of Garibaldi Provincial Park. We take care of all the logistics—permits, group gear, meals, and tents—so you can hike with a light pack. Spend two nights camping by the sparkling Elfin Lakes, explore glaciers, lava flows, and alpine peaks, and enjoy shared meals under the stars. This trip welcomes everyone who wants to experience the beauty of the park at a relaxed, enjoyable pace.

At 8am, we’ll meet in Squamish at the cozy Cloudburst Café to grab a coffee and get acquainted before the day’s adventure. By 9am, we’ll make our way up to the trailhead and begin our hike, heading in via the scenic Red Heather Trail toward the stunning Elfin Lakes.

Meals: Picnic lunch and dinner
Hiking: 10 km (6 mi)
Elevation gain: +850 m (+2,800 ft)
Accommodation: Camping
There are plenty of ways to explore the area, with the most popular option being a hike to the Opal Cone, a striking volcanic dome, followed by a refreshing swim in Mamquam Lake. You could also trek across the vast Garibaldi Neve glacier, or hike up to the Gargoyles for a jaw-dropping viewpoint before looping past a small tarn on your way back to camp.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner
Hiking: 10 km (6 mi)
Elevation gain: +700 m (+2,300 ft)
Accommodation: Camping
After a big breakfast, we’ll break camp and hike back out the Red Heather trail. We’ll be back in Squamish at around 2pm.

Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 10 km (6 mi)
Elevation gain: +100 m (+330 ft)

Elfin Lakes Guided Trek, Garibaldi Provincial Park

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If you have questions or need help with planning a trip, schedule a call with one of our adventure experts.

Meet your guides

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Brian

Based in Squamish, BC, Brian is a passionate, energetic guide with deep roots in the mountains of Western Canada. With years of experience as a climbing coach, guide, and instructor, he brings both technical skill and a warm, welcoming presence to every trip. Brian loves long ski traverses, alpine ridges, and splitter cracks—but what he enjoys most is connecting with people and sharing those magical moments that make mountain adventures unforgettable. Off-duty, you’ll find him reading, roaming, or hanging with his dogs.

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Monte

Monte, the majority owner and driver behind BlackSheep, is an ACMG/IFMGA Mountain Guide based in Squamish, BC. After earning an engineering degree, he left the desk job behind to pursue guiding, avalanche forecasting, and film safety full-time. Monte has climbed and skied worldwide—from Patagonia to Japan—and frequently explores new adventures. Close to home, he’s experienced spots like the Bugaboos, Rockies, and Yosemite. A passionate gear enthusiast, Monte also tests and reviews the latest outdoor equipment.

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Bridget

ACMG Apprentice Rock Guide

Bridget came to Canada from New Zealand for the skiing, but it’s Squamish’s granite that stole her heart. Hooked since her first visit, she’s chased splitter cracks in the Bugaboos, road-tripped to top U.S. climbing spots, and earned her ACMG Apprentice Rock Guide certification along the way. Bridget thrives on big routes and new adventures, and brings calm, clear instruction to every day out. Whether you're chasing summits or skills, she’s stoked to share the journey.

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Cameron

Cameron is a Primary Care Paramedic, ACMG Hiking Guide, CAA Affiliate Member, and Wilderness Medicine Educator. When he’s not on an ambulance in the Sea to Sky, he’s either guiding backcountry whitewater packrafting trips in summer or working toward his ski guide certification in winter.

Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  - 3-day Elfin Lakes guided trek
  - Accommodation for 2 nights (camping)
  - Camping gear including tents, sleeping pads, etc.
  - All camping meals and snacks
  - Food & group gear carried in by a porter
  - Park passes, permits, insurance
Not included:
- - Transportation to/from Squamish
  - Optional activities
  - Sleeping bags
  - Alcoholic beverages
  - Insurance — available to add at checkout
  - Guide gratuities — optional
This Elfin Lakes guided trek is open to everyone, though some fitness is required for the hike in, which takes 4-6 hours. The most you’ll hike within a day is 10 km (6 mi) with 850 m (2,800 ft) of elevation gain, and that’s Day 1. Other days are easier. Check out the itinerary to learn about day-by-day distances and elevation changes.

Keep in mind that there will be a porter carrying food and group gear, and this will keep your pack light! The Elfin Lakes trek is one of the easier access points into Garibaldi Provincial Park, so it’s the perfect choice even if it’s your first time hiking or camping.
Liability waivers are a standard part of all guided outdoor adventures. Recently, the requirements have become a bit more rigorous for ACMG guides—meaning that you’ll need to agree to the signing of the waiver at the time of booking.

Prior to booking, we ask you to review the waiver. During the checkout process, you’ll have to acknowledge the risks and agree to the signing of the waiver. You are required to bring a printed copy on the trip.

Please note that signing and agreeing to the terms of the waiver is required in order to join this adventure. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us prior to booking.
Clothing
- - Wool and/or synthetic socks
  - Synthetic or wool base layer, top & bottom
  - Light mid-layer jacket
  - Hiking pants
  - Gore-Tex or similar outer jacket
  - Warm puffy jacket
  - Toque & brimmed cap
  - Light gloves & insulated gloves
Personal equipment
- - Sleeping bag (-5 to -8 C)
  - Hiking boots
  - Backpack
  - Sunglasses
  - Sun and lip cream
  - Head lamp
  - Swimsuit
Group sizes and pricing
- - For this Elfin Lakes guided trek, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 6:1.
  - It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 6 participants.
Elfin Lakes guided treks can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Elfin Lakes guided trek on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The starting point of your Elfin Lakes guided trek is Squamish, BC. To get there, most people fly into Vancouver International Airport (YVR). From there, you can take a shuttle service or rent a car to reach Squamish—it will take you 1.5 to 2 hours.

Make sure to arrive in Squamish at least a day prior to the hike, since you’ll be meeting your guide at 8am on Day 1.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Deposits

Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

Cancellations

Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

Basic
- - If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
Flexible
- - If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
Super Flexible
- - If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If cancelled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.