Mamquam River – Mamquam Spawning Trail loop from Sandman Hotel & Suites Squamish

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6.23km

20m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.86 km

Mamquam River

Highlight • River

The Mamquam River runs cold and fast, fed by glaciers higher up in the Coast Mountains, which gives it that silty, blue-grey colour. Along this stretch, you’ll notice calmer side channels and gravel banks where salmon gather to rest and spawn in the fall. You’ll often hear the river before you see it, especially after rain when the flow picks up.

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2.19 km

Mamquam Spawning Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail follows a network of short, connected paths running alongside the Mamquam River, with a mostly level surface of gravel and compact dirt. It’s easy to navigate, but there are plenty of side trails leading down to quieter channels and riverbanks, so it’s worth slowing down and exploring a bit. In autumn, this is one of the more reliable spots in Squamish to see salmon spawning. Outside of that season, it’s still a peaceful walk through dense forest with consistent river access.

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3.06 km

Squamish Valley Golf Club

Highlight • Structure

As the trail passes alongside Squamish Valley Golf Club, the landscape briefly opens up, with wide views across manicured fairways framed by surrounding mountains. It’s a contrast to the forested sections earlier on, and you’ll often hear the Mamquam River nearby. The course itself dates back to the 1960s and is known for being relatively flat and walkable, with tree-lined holes and small lakes throughout.

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6.23 km

End point

Bus stop

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