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Seasonal recreation
Summer activitiesLand activitiesHiking Many routes for self-guided day or overnight hikes are available in the valley and on surrounding mountains during the summer. Heli-hiking trips offer exciting alpine adventures. The best time for hiking (particularly in alpine areas) is from July to October, when you can view a variety of flora and fauna.
Horseback riding Join in on an unforgettable day of fun, riding through lush meadows, across rivers and along shaded lakeside paths. Or saddle up and explore Blackcomb Mountain. Evening wagon rides are also available. Mini golf Play a round at an 18-hole mini golf course with holes named after Blackcomb's most inspiring ski terrain. Mountain biking Whistler offers unsurpassed biking experiences, from paved paths and heli-biking to alpine tours and lift-accessed mountain descents. Rent a bike by the hour or by the day, or take a guided tour that includes a mountain bike and accessories.
Summer skiing/snowboarding Skiing and snowboarding is available even in the summer season. Blackcomb Mountain's Horstman Glacier, a remnant of the ice age, opens for summer skiing and boarding from June through August, weather conditions permitting. ToursAll terrain vehicle adventures (ATV tours) Learn to ride an ATV and explore a network of wide mountain trails or head out with a guide to singing Pass, the hidden valley between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. Bear viewing tours Rising above Whistler Village are the vast coastal hemlock-cedar forests of the Whistler Blackcomb ski area. These forests interspersed with ski trails provide diverse food and shelter for some 50 black bears. Experience the pristine views of wildlife, glacial peaks and memorable sunsets in a 4x4 vehicle. Travel through deep old growth coastal hemlock-cedar forests, visit active bear dens, daybeds and feeding sites. Witness evening play between a mother and her cubs. Bear viewing is a popular summer activity and due to limited availability we highly recommend booking in advance. Glacier tours Outfitted with boots, crampons, ice axe, harness and rope, your guide will lead you onto the glacier ice atop Whistler Mountain. As you negotiate your way up the glacier, you will be treated to stunning alpine vistas as well as education on glaciology. Once at the top, enjoy a rest and a gourmet picnic lunch before descending. Difficulty: easy to moderate. Helicopter tours Helicopters give you a bird's eye view of Whistler Resort, Blackcomb, Whistler Mountains and the best of Garibaldi Park. The view encompasses the coastal range as far as the eye can see, including glacial flows, peaks, rivers and glacier fed lakes. Heli picnic and hiking tours are also available. Hummer adventures Safe, fun, and educational Hummer Tours will take you deep into the backcountry and high up the rugged mountains around Whistler. Travel up to a glacier for a snowball fight in the middle of summer, or cruise to a quiet plateau for a breathtaking view of the sunset. Mountain ecology tours Experience the wildlife, vegetation, glaciers and rainforest of Whistler Blackcomb Mountains. View wildlife on ski trails as you learn how conservation and enhancement initiatives help to sustain healthy populations.Wander through pristine alpine meadows and old growth western hemlock forests. This tour differs from bear viewing in that it will cover a much broader perspective on our mountain ecosystems. Mountaineering Climb to the top of Blackcomb Peak with a certified, professional mountain guide. Due to its alpine setting, climbing to the summit of Blackcomb Mountain involves a mix of mountaineering disciplines. Difficulty: moderate to challenging. Rock climbing Friendly and qualified rock guides do all the safety work while you enjoy your climbs and rappels in Cal-Cheak, a tranquil and beautiful old growth wilderness. The Great Wall also offers wilderness adventure tours where under the canopy of an old growth forest and amidst stunning vistas of the Coastal Mountains, you will scale a rock bluff, cross a challenging Burma bridge, fly across an exciting zip-line and finish with an exhilarating rappel. Ziptrek Platforms built high up in the forest canopy are linked together by thick cables. Our expert guides show you how to safely use specialised equipment, allowing you to soar high above the forest floor between massive, ancient pines. Also included is an eco-based interpretive tour of the forest and mankind's role in preserving it. GolfChampionship designer golf courses have turned Whistler into a popular summer golf destination.
Water activitiesOutdoor swimming No tides, no currents, or sharp rocks here, just crystal clean mountain fresh water. Green Lake is very cold since it is glacier fed, but all the other lakes in and around Whistler are perfect for outdoor swimming. Whistler's lakes and parks Five lakes and countless rivers dot the Whistler Valley, offering ample opportunity to swim, board sail, canoe, kayak, sail, or just relax and soak up the sun on a warm sandy beach. Whistler offers a selection of park and beach facilities all within walking or biking distance from Whistler Village.
ToursRiver rafting/jet boating Local raft companies offer everything from an hour-long float trip to a multi-day adventure exploring rivers of the Whistler area. Jet boat trips will see adventure seekers zipping to the headwaters to view waterfalls and wildlife, and riding the waves for an unforgettable thrill. Scenic and whitewater rafting excursions, "raft and dine" and "saddle and paddle" trips, as well as, jet boating and kayak instruction are available on local lakes and rivers. Canoe and kayak adventures Spend a day floating around on a lake and relax on the beach shores. Cruise down the River of Golden Dreams. Paddle in a canoe, kayak or double kayak. Keep your eyes open and cameras ready for the wildlife that can be spotted along the way. Fishing Guided fishing trips to catch trout, Dolly Varden, char and steelhead can be arranged. "Catch and release" is strongly encouraged. Luxury salmon fishing – for chinook, coho, pink, chum and sockeye salmon – is also offered year-round at Sonora Resort, on an Inside Passage island an hour's flight from Whistler, and at Peregrine Lodge, at the northern edge of the Queen Charlotte Islands, a two-hour flight from Whistler. Licenses are required. White water rafting Summer brings white water fun to Whistler resort. The surrounding peaks and rugged coastal valleys are natural ingredients for great river running. Enjoy a majestic backcountry beauty and excitement at some of the area's local rivers. Family float tours are available for ages 5 and above. Wilderness canoe tours Canoe in historical Lilloet or Ryan River and see beautiful waterfalls, ancient cedar groves and photograph the spectacular Coastal Mountain scenery. |
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