9 Father's Day activities for your unique dad

1. The Relaxer

Try our BBQ Buffet on Sunday, June 21st. Sit down, relax and enjoy your Sunday with a selection of dad's favourites including ribs, salmon, chicken, a variety of hearty salads and delicous desserts. Pre-booking is required so make sure you save your spot now. Read more about our Father's Day BBQ Buffet. PC: Paul Bride.

Take a leisurely stroll down Spirit, Panorama or Wonderland Trail depending on what you're after. For an easy, short trail with views, try the Spirit Trail (400m). For a longer, still leisurely trail with several iconic viewpoints, head down the 1.6km Panorama Loop. If you've already tried those two trails, and want something a little more challening, and tucked away, try our Wonderland Lake Loop Trail. PC: Paul Bride

Sit by the lake on Wonderland Lake Loop Trail. Head down the trail about 15-20 minutes, keep left and you'll arrive at Wonderland Lake. The lake is full of lilypads and reflections of the surrounding mountains. We've built a couple of benches for anyone who wants to sit in this tranquil space. PC: bodhi_zapha on IG

Play a round of mini golf in Squamish at Whistle Punk Hollows. This weekend is supposed to be beautiful, and leisurely mini golf is a fun and easy way to spend time together outdoors. See more on the Whistle Punk Hollow website.

2. The Challenger

The dad who's always looking for the next challenge

Conquer the Sea to Summit Trail This 7.5km hike is from the bottom to the top of the gondola is one of those hikes you have to try at least once in your life. The 3-5 hour hike throws a mix of both huff’n’puff steep sections and meandering easy slopes that make you feel like could continue on forever. The 3-5 hour intermediate hike climbs approximately 900 metres.
Hike Al's Habrich Trail This backcountry hike can be as long or short as you make it. The hike is a single-track, steeper hike that offers several viewpoints along the way. The trail weaves through old growth forest, ancient glacial formations, creeks and waterfalls and offers up to a full day excursion for those seeking a little more from their hike. Read more information about Al's Habrich Trail. PC: thetrifan on IG

Hike Al's Habrich Trail This backcountry hike can be as long or short as you make it. The hike is a single-track, steeper hike that offers several viewpoints along the way. The trail weaves through old growth forest, ancient glacial formations, creeks and waterfalls and offers up to a full day excursion for those seeking a little more from their hike. Read more information about Al's Habrich Trail. PC: Paul Bride.

3. The Adventurer

He's always up to try new things

Try our new Via Ferrata Italian for "Iron Way," Via Ferrata is an engineered vertical adventure, assisted by metal rungs and a specialized cable system. See Howe Sound from a new perspective! This exciting trip is suitable for children and families alike, and is a fully guided experience. Special introductory pricing available until June 30th, 2015. See more details on our Via Ferrata page.PC: Paul Bride.

4. The Introvert

He really just wants a few hours of silence - alone

You can hang out at the gondola while dad hangs out at sea level. You can spend an entire day at the gondola depending on what other events we have happening that day, and what types of activities you're into. This Father's Day weekend we have a ton of programming happening on Friday and Saturday. We have an interactive display about Wolverines on Saturday from 1-3pm in the Summit Lodge. We'll have live music and yoga on the Summit Lodge patio Friday night (June 19). On Saturday, we have morning yoga and several kids crafts and activities as well as a great lantern walk at 7pm along the Spirit Trail. See more info about our events this week.

Enjoy the BBQ Buffet Anyone can take part in the BBQ Buffet. Enjoy a range of delicious summer favourites from potato salad, corn on the cob, grilled salmon, ribs, brisket and a range of desserts. Reservation required, see the menu and pricing now. PC: William Luk from Tai Yang Bao.