Garibaldi Lake Hike, British Columbia

Starting at the Rubble Creek parking lot, it is a 9 km hike to reach Garibaldi Lake. Garibaldi Lake is one of British Columbia's most gorgeous places, with turquoise-colored water tucked between alpine mountains and a stunning glacier as a backdrop.

The hike begins at the wooden steps at the top section of the parking lot in the Rubble Creek parking lot, just south of Whistler. The first 6 kilometers of the trail are an uphill climb through dense Douglas Fir forests. The journey may appear to go on forever at times, but keep moving because the prize will be well worth the effort. You can camp at the lake, but you must make a reservation with Garibaldi Provincial Park ahead of time. In the summer, especially on weekends and holidays, this is a popular trail. Despite the challenges of the workout, the sights make it well worth the effort.