Whistler
Top Adventures in Whistler
Paddling the River of Golden Dreams
Whistler is better known for the winter activities, but in summer months, with the famous mountains towering above you, the weather is so warm. Nothing beats cooling off on top of or in the water. This paddle is a picturesque, great way to experience something different in the ski capital.The paddle is dead easy. Even if it is your first time in a canoe, you should be able to do this. Just don’...
Hike along the Whistler Valley Trail Lit Section
1.2 mi
/ 164 ft gain
The best place to start you adventure on the Valley Trail at night is at the Whistler Golf Club - Directly across highway 99 from the whistler conference centre. From the parking lot (pay attention to pay parking times), walk west towards the clubhouse, where you will find the entrance to the Valley trail. Although the trail goes for many kilometres in either direction, this particular stretch ...
Backpack to Russet Lake
4.0
Russet Lake is a beautiful alpine lake at the base of Fissile Peak in the backcountry of Garibaldi Provincial Park. This trip is well suited for two nights but can be accomplished in a full day without a pack.Your starting point is Whistler Village Gondola, then up the Peak 2 Peak Gondola to the summit. Head eastbound toward Flute Summit, across Musical Bumps. You’ll start seeing signs for Russ...
Ride the Peak to Peak Gondola
4.8
From Whistler Village, purchase your Peak to Peak ticket at the main ticket booth (where you can also purchase ski passes and such). This ticket is good for one ride up the mountain, but then you can stay up there as long as you'd like.Once you have your ticket, head over to the Whistler Gondola and be prepared to wait in line. The Whistler Gondola is about a 20 minute ride to the top. Once ...
Ride the Whistler Mountain Bike Park
5.0
7 mi
/ 3000 ft gain
Whistler mountain features multiple lift accessed riding areas for a wide range of skill levels. From beginner runs such as "EZ does it" all the way up to high speed jump lines "Dirt Merchant" and "A-line" Whistler offers a massive range of terrain to ride for beginners and experts. Fitzsimmons zone features the densest number of trails of all skill levels. Here you will find beginner trails s...
Winter Traversing of Spearhead
1.0
21.7 mi
/ 6560 ft gain
Distance: 21.7 miles / 35 kmDuration: 1 - 3 DaysElevation Gain: ~ 6560 ft. / 2000 m.
Take the Sea to Sky Highway (HWY 99) up to Whistler.50°06’48.9”N122°57’13.8”W
Turn right off the highway at the Village Gate Boulevard, then left at the 3 way stop at Blackcomb Way. The entrance to the parking area is the next right. Day parking is allowed anywhere in these lots. Overnight parking can be foun...
