Whistler Town In-depth Tour Guide: An Outdoor Paradise for All Seasons

Must-see natural landscapes

Joffre Lakes is a 4-5 hour light hiking route that connects the three emerald glacial lakes of Lower Lake, Middle Lake and Upper Lake. The blue-green water of Middle Lake and the reflection of snow-capped mountains form a classic picture. You can play in the water in summer and turn into a secret place of ice and snow in winter.

Brandywine Falls is an iconic waterfall on the Sea to Sky Highway. It only takes 15 minutes to walk on the plank road to reach the viewing platform. The waterfall has a drop of 70 meters. The water flow is magnificent in the rainy season, forming a strong visual contrast with the forest behind.

Whistler Mountain Observation Deck Take the PEAK 2 PEAK cable car across Whistler Mountain and Blackcomb Mountain. The 360-degree panoramic glass cabin allows visitors to overlook the magnificent picture of snow-capped mountains, forests and lakes.

Outdoor sports experience

Whistler Bungee Bridge is located next to Brandywine Falls. Free fall from 40 meters above the turbulent Chekamuth River below. It is an ultimate experience of adrenaline rush

Skydiving Whistler area offers 12,000-foot skydiving projects. Professional coaches are accompanied to overlook the panoramic view of the Coast Mountains. Commemorative certificates are issued after landing

Mountain Bike Park is the world's first park certified by the International Cycling Union. It has 50 professional tracks suitable for players of all levels from novices to professionals.

Food and accommodation recommendations

Quattro Restaurant is an Italian food palace in Whistler Village. Must-order black truffle mushroom pasta and tiramisu. The handmade noodles are paired with the rich aroma of wild mushrooms. The dessert has a perfect balance of wine and milk aroma.

Araxi Restaurant + Bar is a Michelin-recommended restaurant. The chef combines Pacific Northwest ingredients with French cooking techniques. It is recommended to try the venison main course and local salmon tartare.

Accommodation options

• The ski-in and ski-out design of the Pan Pacific Resort. The balcony faces the Blackcomb Mountain ski slope. In winter, you can walk to the cable car station in snowshoes.

• The Aspens on Blackcomb is a cost-effective choice. The apartment is equipped with a kitchen and a fireplace. It is a 5-minute walk to the Blackcomb Mountain Cable Car.

Practical information

• Transportation: 2 hours by car from Vancouver. The best viewing period for the Sea to Sky Highway is from June to September. You can stop at attractions such as Horseshoe Bay and Shannon Falls along the way.

• Tickets: Cable car single-day ticket is about 89 Canadian dollars. Bungee jumping and skydiving start at about 200 Canadian dollars.

• Tips: Bear spray is required for summer hiking. It is recommended to buy tickets online in advance for winter skiing to avoid queuing. The parking fee in the town is about 15 Canadian dollars per day.

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