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These B.C. trails wind through channels with spawning salmon leading to a spectacular waterfall

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Looking to carve out some time to unwind in nature? A trip to Squamish is in order, with a stop at the beautiful Mamquam River Trails.

Meandering through fast-flowing channels fed by the Mamquam River, these riverside trails are a great spot to witness the spawning salmon, which fill every fall along your journey.

Spawning salmon and a waterfall

According to Tourism Squamish, the travelling Coho and Steelhead salmon hail from the far reaches of the Pacific, and witnessing their spawning season is one of the most incredible natural phenomena.

The trails themselves wind for four km around the channels, with scenery that’s “straight out of a nature show.”

Tourism Squamish notes that there are multiple smaller trails that intersect the main gravel paths, offering visitors the opportunity to venture out a bit.

The trails head south, following a forested section along Highway 99 to the underside of the bridge over the river.

From here, visitors can turn back to complete their hike or continue exploring the river’s shores or link up with the Brackendale trail system.

There’s also a spectacular waterfall waiting for those who complete the Mamquam River Trails, according to AllTrails and Vancouver Trails.

Located near Alice Lake, the trails are considered “easy” to complete, taking one to two hours in total.

Year-round camping

Overnight camping is available year-round at the Mamquam River Campground, at $20 per night (drive-in campsites only).

So there you have it, adventurers. If you’re looking for a series of scenic trails that the whole family can enjoy, you know where to head this season.