Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Whistler
The 75-mi (120-km) drive to Whistler from Vancouver reveals stunning scenery,
a combination of Howe Sound's sparkling blue waters and the majestic snow-
covered Coast Mountain range. Welcoming more than two million visitors each
year, the side-by-side peaks of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains are magnifi-
cent. A year-round resort, Whistler continues to grow as the 2010 Olympic and
Paralympic Winter Games approach. The resort is known for its exemplary
accommodations and over 90 restaurants and 200 shops. Yet it still preserves
natural enclaves of forests and five lakes.
Top 10 Features
1 Whistler Mountain
2 Blackcomb Mountain
3 Whistler Village
4 Alta Lake
5 Upper Village
6 Valley Trail
7 Fairmont Chateau Whistler
8 Green Lake
9 Creekside
0 Village North
Chalet, Upper Village
Horstman Hut is the
uppermost eatery in
the area, sitting at
7,494 ft (2,284 m) on
Blackcomb Mountain.
Whistler
Mountain
Skiers and snowboarders
enjoy 3,557 acres (1,440
ha) of impressive terrain
with over100 marked trails
(center)
. Whistler Village
Gondola offers superb
views of Whistler Valley
during the 20-minute ride
to the top. Mountain bik-
ing and alpine hiking are
exceptional summer activi-
ties. Mountain-top restau-
rants offer everything
from snacks to fine dining.
Canada's resort tax
can take a bite out of
your wallet. You may
be eligible for a
rebate
(see p112)
.
Whistler Village
This pedestrian-only
Alpine-style enclave ringed by
shops, hotels, and restaurants
(below)
provides ski-in, ski-out
access to Whistler Mountain.
It's busy round the clock with
skiers and boarders heading to
the mountain, diners on patios,
and late-night clubgoers.
For free information,
visit the Whistler Visi-
tor Information Centre.
201-4230 Gateway Dr;
604 932 5922, ext 17.
Take warm clothing
when heading up the
mountains, even in
summer.
Blackcomb
Mountain
Blackcomb, nicknamed
the “Mile High Moun-
tain,” towers over
Whistler resort at an
elevation of 7,494 ft
(2,284 m). Skiers and
snowboarders ride to
more than 100 marked
runs from three bases.
In summer, a sightseeing
trip to Horstman Glacier
is not to be missed. Or
take advantage of the
glacier's superb summer
skiing and snowboarding.
• Map F1
• www.mywhistler.com
• Whistler Activity and
Information Centre, 4010
Whistler Way, 604 938
2769 or 1 877 991 9988
• Whistler Central Reser-
vations: 604 664 5625 or
1 800 944 7853
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Leave yourself plenty of time for the scenic drive to Whistler;
construction delays are likely before the 2010 Winter Olympics
