Alice Lake Provincial Parkhttp : / / www . vancouvertrails . com / trails / alice - lake / http : / / www . env . gov . bc . ca / bcparks / explore / parkpgs / alice _ lk / Alice Lake Hiking Trail , Squamish , BCHomeTrailsRegional M apArticlesSafetyNewsPhoto Contest Alice LakeRegion : Howe SoundDifficulty : EasyTime : 2 hoursDistance : 6 kmElevation Gain : 200 metersSeason : April - NovemberCamping : YesDog Friendly : YesPublic Transit : NoApprox . 1 hour 20 minutes from Vancouver 지도 데이터 © 2011 Google - 이 용약 관지 도 위성 라벨 표시 지형 어스 7 Share A popular camping spot in the summer , Alice Lake contains a network of hiking trails perfect for those looking to get outdoors for a nice walk . The Four Lakes Trail offers a scenic easy hike that loops around the park and passes lakes , creeks , and groves of Cedar , Hemlock , and Douglas Fir trees . From the parking lot , walk towards the beach area of Alice Lake and follow the path , heading counterclockwise around the lake . on the opposite side of the lake is another small beach area and a parking lot . Walk up the steps to the parking lot and a short distance to the left is a trail that heads uphill next to a small creek . A sign should mark the start of this trail as the " Four Lakes Trail ". Take the " Four Lakes Trail " as it heads uphill and away from the crowds . A couple of small bridges cross the creek before the trail becomes a bit steeper and goes through a series of switchbacks . After a few switchbacks , the trail levels out and continues for another 10 minutes to a sign that points to Edith Lake . Walk down the short hill and on the other side of the trees sits Edith Lake . Continue a short distance to the left for a better view . To head to the next lake , continue walking along the wide road to the left towards an intersection with another gravel road . Cross the intersection and continue straight as the road narrows . A short distance later , you will reach another junction with an old sign . Stay to the left and just a few steps further is another sign that leads to a short trail to Fawn Lake , the third lake of this loop . Fawn Lake is the smallest of the four lakes but is also very scenic and has a nice area to sit and have a snack while enjoying the scenery . Walk back to the main trail and immediately go left , taking the trail towards Stump Lake . The trail weaves through the forest and gradually descends downhill . Eventually , you reach another junction with a sign . Continue walking straight as the sound of rushing water from the Cheekye River becomes louder . The trail winds through another forest grove before reaching a switchback where the Cheekye River can be seen below . A short distance from the river , the trail comes up over a small ridge to reveal a view of Stump Lake . Go left at the junction and walk alongside the lake , keeping an eye out for other scenic views . At the far end of Stump Lake , you reach a final junction with a sign that takes you back towards the camping area and parking lot of Alice Lake . Take this trail to the paved road . Carefully cross the road and walk down the other side into the camping area until you reach the end of the road and can see Alice Lake . Go right and walk towards the parking lot where you started your hike . How to get to Alice LakeEstimated Driving Time from Vancouver : 1 hour 20 minutesAlice Lake is located about 10 km north of Squamish . From Vancouver , drive towards Highway # 1 ( Trans Canada Highway ) and taking the highway heading westbound towards Horseshoe Bay . Just before Horseshoe Bay , take Exit # 1 for Highway # 99 north to Squamish and Whistler . Continue driving along the scenic Highway # 99 and pass through the town of Squamish . After passing through Brackendale , watch for signs to Alice Lake . Turn right at Alice Lake Road and follow the road into the park towards the parking lot . View a map of Driving directions to Alice Lake . Additional Information Camping at Alice LakeAlice Lake is a popular camping area just north of Squamish with 108 drive - in campsites and plenty of facilities for campers . View more details about camping at Alice Lake . Dogs at Alice LakeDogs must be on a leash at all times and are NOT permitted on the Alice Lake trail , playgrounds , beach or picnic areas . Please pick up after your dog and dispose of waste in designated garbage bins so it does not attract bears and other wildlife . Toilets at Alice LakeThe camping and day use areas have washroom facilities , including a change room area . Pit toilets are located throughout Alice Lake Park . Additional LinksBC Parks : Alice Lake Provincial Park Delicious Digg Facebook Furl Google reddit StumbleUpon Yahoo MyWeb CommentsI ' m heading to Alice Lake today an will be checking out the Four Lakes Trail . ... Just went yesterday with 2 dogs . We followed the four lakes trail and saw . .. While obviously based around Alice Lake , this trail actually has a name : " Four Lakes " Trail . .. This was my idea of a perfect weekend hike - A nice , easy stroll through . .. According to the BC Parks website , dogs are permitted on a leash but NOT allowed . .. Add Comment | View All Comments More TrailsOther trails located in the Howe Sound region : Elfin LakesHigh Falls CreekKillarney LakeLevette Lake LoopMount GardnerStawamus ChiefThe Lions Binkert Trail About Us | FAQ | Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy | Links | Contact UsAll content , photos and gps data are © 2011 VancouverTrails . com