Interactive Map of Whistler
Explore the top landmarks and excursions around Whistler, from Whistler Village to Garibaldi Lake, Squamish and the Sea to Sky Gondola. Click any marker to learn more.
Whistler landmarks
Day trips & excursions
Garibaldi Provincial Park Garibaldi Provincial Park guide: getting there, BC Parks day passes, and an overview of Garibaldi Lake, Panorama Ridge, Black Tusk and Cheakamus Lake. Joffre Lakes Provincial Park Three glacier-fed turquoise lakes north of Pemberton, a 10 km round-trip trail, a mandatory BC Parks day pass, and the closures you must check first. PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola The PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola links Whistler and Blackcomb in 11 minutes. Length, height, tickets, seasons, and how it differs from the Sea to Sky Gondola. Pemberton: Gateway to Mount Currie and Joffre Lakes Pemberton is Whistler's quiet farming valley neighbor, and the gateway to Mount Currie, Nairn Falls, Joffre Lakes and Birkenhead Lake. Sea to Sky Gondola The Sea to Sky Gondola near Squamish, rebuilt twice after cable cuts: rides, the Sky Pilot bridge, trails, prices and how it differs from PEAK 2 PEAK. Shannon Falls One of British Columbia's tallest waterfalls, about 335 m high, reached by a five-minute walk from the parking lot near Squamish. Squamish Squamish sits halfway between Vancouver and Whistler on Howe Sound, home to the Stawamus Chief, Shannon Falls and the Sea to Sky Gondola. The Sea to Sky Highway: Vancouver to Whistler by Road How to drive the Sea to Sky Highway from Vancouver to Whistler: distance, drive time, winter tire law, closures and when to skip driving. The Stawamus Chief The Stawamus Chief is a strenuous granite hike above Squamish with chains, ladders and three summits — not a casual walk. Vancouver: Gateway to Whistler and the Sea to Sky Highway Vancouver is the starting point for almost every Whistler and Sea to Sky day trip - how far it is, how to get there, and which trip suits you. Whistler Whistler's pedestrian village, twin mountains and the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, from a first-timer's overview to where to go next. Whistler Blackcomb Whistler Blackcomb's ski area explained: size, glaciers, vertical drop, Vail Resorts ownership, Epic Pass and when the season actually runs. Blackcomb Mountain Blackcomb Mountain rises to about 2,284 m beside Whistler, with a longer spring season and a vertical drop of roughly 1,500 m. Brandywine Falls A short, easy walk to a waterfall on the Sea to Sky Highway between Vancouver and Whistler — a quick stop, not a day trip on its own. Britannia Mine Museum: Underground Train and Sound-and-Light Show Britannia Mine Museum: a National Historic Site near Squamish with an underground train ride and a sound-and-light show in a copper mine. Callaghan Valley Callaghan Valley is the quiet backcountry south-west of Whistler Village: Nordic trails, alpine bowls, and a gravel road few visitors ever turn down. Garibaldi Lake Garibaldi Lake hiking guide: 18 km return, 800 m ascent, turquoise glacial water near Whistler. Trailhead, timing and what to expect. Howe Sound Howe Sound is the fjord between Vancouver and Squamish, the base for sailing, boat tours and jet-boating on Whistler's Sea to Sky corridor. Panorama Ridge Panorama Ridge is Garibaldi Park's toughest day hike from Whistler: about 30 km return, far longer than Garibaldi Lake. What to know before you go. Whistler Mountain Whistler Mountain, the resort's original peak at 2,182 m: Creekside base, Olympic downhill runs, and summer hiking above the Roundhouse Lodge. Whistler Mountain Bike Park: Lift-Served Downhill From Easy Does It to A-Line Whistler Mountain Bike Park has graded lift-served downhill trails from Easy Does It to A-Line, plus the Crankworx festival every August. Whistler Olympic Park Whistler Olympic Park in the Callaghan Valley: the 2010 Nordic ski, biathlon and ski jump venue, still open for skiing, hiking and biking today. Whistler Village: The Pedestrian Heart of the Resort Whistler Village is car-free and built in 1978-1980: shops, dining, hotels and nightlife along a 15-minute pedestrian stroll. Alexander Falls Alexander Falls is a quiet Callaghan Valley waterfall near Whistler Olympic Park, best as a short stop rather than a full day out. Alice Lake Provincial Park A swimming lake and campground near Squamish on the Sea to Sky Highway, best visited for a few hours rather than a full day. Alta Lake Alta Lake is Whistler's original swimming hole and the put-in for the River of Golden Dreams paddle to Green Lake — here's when to go. Ancient Cedars Trail A short forest walk to a stand of ancient cedars near Whistler, with honest notes on access, footing and the best season to go. Audain Art Museum The Audain Art Museum holds Whistler's best art collection: Northwest Coast masks, Emily Carr paintings and contemporary BC art, in the Upper Village. Birkenhead Lake A remote, little-documented lake north of Pemberton via gravel road — check current conditions before making the drive from Whistler. Black Tusk Garibaldi Park's volcanic landmark near Whistler: what the Black Tusk summit looks like, who should climb it, and how to plan the day safely. Brackendale Eagles: Winter Bald Eagle Watching Near Squamish Where and when bald eagles gather at Brackendale near Squamish, how to view them, and why this winter outing has nothing to do with Whistler's bears. Cheakamus Lake A flat, forested trail to a turquoise lake in Garibaldi Park - the gentle alternative to Garibaldi Lake and Panorama Ridge, close to Whistler. Elaho River, Squamish's Whitewater Run The Elaho River north of Squamish is the Sea to Sky corridor's whitewater run, glacier-fed and remote, reached by logging road and rafted. Green Lake Green Lake sits at the north end of the Whistler valley: turquoise glacial water, a floatplane base, and the paddle finish from Alta Lake. Horseshoe Bay: A Quick Stop Between Vancouver and Whistler Horseshoe Bay is a short waterfront stop on Highway 99 between Vancouver and Squamish, worth a quick look on the way to Whistler. Lillooet Lake Lillooet Lake sits past Mount Currie, beyond Pemberton. Details are unconfirmed — here's what's known and what to verify locally first. Lost Lake, Whistler Lost Lake is Whistler's easiest lake escape: paved Valley Trail access, summer swimming, and an easy one- to two-hour outing from the village. Mount Currie Mount Currie is the striking Coast Mountains peak above the Pemberton Valley, and the name of the Lil'wat Nation community at its base. Murrin Provincial Park Murrin Provincial Park pairs a small lake with popular climbing crags south of Squamish - a genuine 1-2 hour stop, not a day trip. Nairn Falls Nairn Falls sits south of Pemberton on Highway 99 - a quiet roadside park and campground, not a signature Whistler waterfall day trip. Porteau Cove: A Sea to Sky Highway Stop on Howe Sound A short Sea to Sky Highway stop on Howe Sound near Squamish, known for scuba diving, camping and roadside views, not a full day trip. River of Golden Dreams Paddle the River of Golden Dreams between Alta Lake and Green Lake, Whistler's easy, family-friendly canoe and SUP route through forest and marsh. Scandinave Spa Whistler: A Nordic-Style Wellness Escape What to know before visiting Scandinave Spa Whistler, the Nordic-style hydrotherapy spa in the forest outside the village. Squamish Canyon What Squamish Canyon's paid adventure site actually offers, how it differs from the Chief and Shannon Falls, and how long to budget. Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Inside the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre in Whistler's Upper Village: what the two host Nations share, what to expect, and how to visit respectfully. Tantalus Lookout A short roadside stop on Highway 99 with views of the Tantalus Range: what it is, when to go, and how long to stay. Train Wreck Trail A short, flat valley walk near Whistler Village to graffiti-covered rail cars in the forest — an hour or two, not a hike, and worth timing for light. Vallea Lumina Vallea Lumina is a guided night walk through the forest north of Whistler Village, with light and sound along a marked path. Here's what it actually is. Vancouver Airport (YVR): Your Gateway to Whistler How to get from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Whistler: distance, drive time, shuttles, private transfers, and floatplane options. Watersprite Lake A full-day alpine hike above Squamish to a turquoise lake below granite peaks, quieter than Garibaldi Lake or Joffre Lakes. Whistler Golf Courses A practical guide to golf in Whistler: valley-floor courses, mountain and glacier views, the summer season, and how to plan a round. Whistler Sliding Centre The 2010 Olympic bobsleigh, luge and skeleton track on Blackcomb, still open for public rides in winter. What it is, and what it is not.