In
the early 1960's Whistler, British Columbia, was first envisioned
as a ski resort, and in 1975 it became the first, "Resort
Municipality" in Canada. Today,
Whistler is an unparalleled year-round destination resort,
less than a two-hour drive from Vancouver, BC.
Whistler
is more than just world-class skiing, it's setting in British
Columbia's Coast Mountains offers visitors a wide variety
of both winter and summer activities. All year-round, the
cosmopolitan Village of Whistler also provides an almost
endless choice in dining, shopping and nightlife.
Lodging
& Adventures
Aloha Whistler Accommodations: Book your Whistler accommodations with Aloha Whistler for the best of lodging and personal service available. Luxury slopeside accommodations and experienced, dedicated staff to coordinate your vacation, make us your choice for a Whistler vacation. more
Austentours: The "Sea to Sky" experience begins at our Whistler B&B. Explore the best BC’s West Coast has to offer. Beginner, intermediate, or advanced; Austen Tours can provide customized adventure travel vacations in Western Canada & world-wide to suit your skill level.... more
Backcountry Snowcats: Welcome to Backcountry Snowcats … hidden in British Columbia's South Chilcotin Mountains. This is where you’ll experience the skiing & memories of a lifetime. Our comfortable lodge is equipped with all of the amenities for your comfort & convenience. more
Bluewater Rockies Sportfish Guiding Company: Our fish guiding company serves the Vancouver, Fraser Valley, and Whistler areas. We specialize in river sportfishing, targeting western Canada's top sport fish which includes all 5 species of Pacific salmon, steelhead, trout and of course, the prehistoric Whi... more
Edgewater Lodge: This private 42 acre forested lakeside estate is set in one of the world’s most amazing settings. Minutes from Whistler, the River of Golden Dreams & Nicklaus North Golf Course, enjoy spectacular dining, incredible views, and endless recreation opportunities. more
Ideal Vacation Rentals: For vacation accommodations by owner world-wide, or here in BC, we’re the perfect choice. Condos, cottages, private villas, beach homes, ski cabins & chalets, golf course homes and more. Find your ideal home away from home, with Ideal Vacation Rentals. more
Outdoor Adventures at Whistler: We are Whistler’s leading outdoor adventure provider. In summer we offer ATV and 4WD Hummer tours, or float the waters on a Voyageur canoe. In winter join us for snowshoe, dogsled and snowmobile tours, as well as evening horse drawn sleigh rides. more
Pacific Coach Lines: Serving southern BC for 70+ years with daily scheduled service on BC Ferries (Vancouver, Victoria, & Nanaimo), & a direct year-round daily Vancouver to Whistler connection. We offer charter services, sightseeing tours, daytrips to Victoria & Butchart Gardens f... more
REO Rafting Adventure Resort: Raft BCs best rivers near Vancouver, Kelowna & Whistler. Enjoy a hot tub, sauna, private beach, serene wilderness & hiking trails. REO adventure vacations include kayaking, fishing, hiking, canoeing, & more. Stay in your own tent, rivers edge cabin tent, or l... more
Resort Accommodations Network: Our fast & easy-to-use Whistler lodging directory has an easy vacation rental database with prices, descriptions, photos & maps. Find ideal ski-in or golf accommodations in Whistler, then reserve with the homeowner. It’s much less than the price of a hotel. more
VIP Mountain Holidays: Choose from Gold or Silver Whistler accommodation service! We provide full service, private concierge style holidays to Whistler, it’s more than just booking your accommodation! We know Whistler and aim to provide the best service you’ve ever experienced. more
Whistler Blackcomb – Official Ski Resort Website: Plan and book lodgings from hotels to condos – and pre-book discounted lift tickets, ski and snowboard rentals, lessons, golf times, tours, and more. Also, find maps, snow reports, weather forecasts, web cams. It’s everything you need for a Whistler Vacation. more
Whistler Mountaineer: Experience BC like never before aboard the Whistler Mountaineer train We offer spectacular scenery and impeccable service from a unique train on this exceptional and inspiring 3-hour Sea to Sky rail journey between Vancouver and Whistler. more
Whistler Platinum Accommodations: Experience the grandeur of a slopeside chalet, ski-in / ski-out condo or luxury village hotel accommodations and lodgings in Whistler. Spend time doing what you want - call on us for an elite selection of rentals & luxurious hotels that will exceed your expec... more
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Winter
in Whistler, with incredible downhill skiing at Whistler
and Blackcomb Mountains, is what has made the area world
famous. In addition to the downhill ski facilities, winter
visitors enjoy cross-country skiing, heli-skiing, ice skating,
snowmobiling, sleigh-riding, dog-sledding and a host of
other winter recreational pursuits.
Photo
provided by Tourism Whistler
Summer
in Whistler is just as spectacular as winter. Mountaintop
sightseeing, world-class golf, mountain biking (Whistler
is considered "one of the top bike towns in North America"),
hiking, in-line skating, horseback riding, sightseeing,
canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and even glacier skiing
are but of the few of the opportunities the area provides
in the summer months.
Nestled
at the base of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains is Whistler's
award-winning pedestrian village. Designed in distinctive
mountain resort architecture, Whistler Village and the adjacent
Upper Village are perfectly situated for easy access to
both mountains and a huge variety of first class restaurants
and distinctive shops. The surrounding valley is sprinkled
with parks containing beaches, picnic areas, boat launches
and hiking trails. Along the valley there are five lakes,
numerous creeks and rivers with kilometers of established
trails for hiker, bikers and inline skaters.
Accommodations:
The resort offers a range of accommodations from lodges
and condominiums to luxury hotels. There are also camping
facilities in nearby parks. Whistler has the most ski-in/ski-out
accommodation of any mountain recreation resort in North
America (over 18,000 pillows within 500 metres of the lifts)
There are 115 hotels, condos, and bed & breakfasts, offering
more than 5,213 rooms
Whistler
Weather: Located in the Coast Mountain range of British
Columbia, Whistler/Blackcomb consistently offers the most
reliable snow conditions, with an average annual snowfall
of 914 cm (30 feet).
The average Snowfall at the summit is 9.14 metres (30 feet)
per year on summit. Due to Whistler's coastal proximity,
temperatures are moderate throughout the winter season,
rarely dipping below -10C (12F) in the Valley and -15C (5F)
in the alpine during the coldest part of the year.
Average daily alpine temperature during most of the winter
months, is -5C (22F). During the summer months of July and
August, temperatures will reach an average of 27c (80F).
Access:
Whistler lies 120 km (74 mi.) north from Vancouver
or 44 km (27 mi.) north of Squamish
on the scenic Highway 99.
It is also accessible by bus and train charter air service,
taxi, and limousine.
Recreation
Facilities & Activities: golf
courses, 2 world class ski
mountains, downhill ,cross country and heli-skiing skiing,
ice skating, snowmobiling, hiking,
swimming, fishing,
boating, biking;
photography, sightseeing,
camping. The
2010 Sea to Sky Winter Olympics will see the snow events
being held at Whistler.
Photo
provided by Tourism Whistler
Whistler
Mountain Facts:
Top Elevation: 7,160 ft / 2,182 metres
Base Elevation: 2,140 ft / 652 metres
Vertical Rise: 5,020 ft / 1,530 metres
Terrain: 3,657 acres with 100+ marked runs
Lift Capacity: 29,895 skiers / snowboarders per hour Terrain
Type: 25% expert, 55% intermediate, 20% beginner.
Blackcomb
Mountain Facts: Top
Elevation: 7,494 ft / 2,284 metres
Base
Elevation: 2214 ft / 674 metres
Vertical
Rise: 5,280 ft / 1,609 metres
Terrain:
3,414 acres with 100+ marked runs
Lift
Capacity: 29,895 skiers / snowboarders per hour Terrain
Type: 30% expert, 55% intermediate, 15% beginner.
Services
available: The resort community of Whistler offers a
complete range of services including banking/foreign exchange
and Interac banking machines; church services; medical and
dental clinics; physiotherapy and massage therapy; office
services; public library; museum; movie theatre and video
rentals; health and fitness centres; swimming pool; ice
rink; indoor
tennis courts; spa facilities and beauty salons.
Local
Attractions: Brandywine, Alexander & Nairn Falls;
Garibaldi Provincial Park;Whistler
Historic Museum & Archives; Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains,
gondola sight-seeing, art galleries, Millenium Place (live
theatre)
Photo
provided by Tourism Whistler
Events:
January
to March: Kokanee Valley Race Series, Whistler
Park Rider Series (Snowboard) April: Whistler Cup (worlds best Juvenille
racers), World Ski and Snowboard Festival, Mouton Cadet
Spring Festival May: Showcase Showdown (quarter pipe pro-am) June
to September: Whistler Street entertainment June to October: Whistler Farmers Market
September: Creekside Street Festival, Comedy
Festival, Mountain Bike Festival October: Octoberfest November: Food and Wine Celebration, Ski
season opens December: Whistler Film Festival, Snowboard
FIS World Cup,
Photo
provided by Tourism Whistler
Travel
& Vacation Information:
Whistler Chamber of Commerce
& Visitor Information Centre
Lake Placid Road. Box 181,
Whistler, B.C. V0N 1B0
Phone: (604) 932-5528 Fax: (604) 932-3755
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