Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Green
Lake
8
Alpine
Meadows
6
0
5
7
Alta
Lake
4
3
2
Alta Lake
Alta Lake was once home to Rainbow Lodge,
Whistler's first resort. Traces of the lodge remain
at Rainbow Park
(above)
, a delightful picnic spot.
Explore the lake's perimeter along the paved
Valley Trail, or swim, wind surf, or canoe.
Blackcomb
Mountain
2440m
9
Nordic
Estates
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Whistler
Mountain
2182m
1
Green Lake
A glacial gem with
crystal clear water cour-
tesy of mountain melt,
Green Lake is truly green.
It is a firm favorite of
canoeists, with views tak-
ing in some of the area's
highest peaks, including
massive Mount Currie.
Creekside
A recent multi-million
dollar investment has
transformed this activity
center, providing glam-
orous hotels and a mini-
mall. Skiers can access
Whistler Mountain from
this historic base at the
Creekside Gondola.
Upper Village
Nestled at the base
of Blackcomb Mountain,
the Upper Village offers
easy access to the
slopes. The ski-in, ski-out
luxury hotels, award-
winning restaurants, and
quality shops here are
unsurpassed. The huge
Day Lot adjacent to the
Village offers free parking.
Village North
Construction of Village
North followed that of
Upper Village, with the
added attractions of vehi-
cle access, a shopping
mall complete with The
Marketplace - one of the
resort's best grocery
stores - cafés, restaurants,
and intriguing shops.
Fairmont Chateau
Whistler
Whistler's grand dame
(above)
reigns over the
valley from the Upper
Village. The antique fur-
nishings, gold-leaf ceiling
painting, and Canadian
art in the lobby of this
chateau-style hotel make
it well worth a visit. The
opulent Mallard Bar has a
popular heated patio.
Whistler Transit
A free shuttle service
runs every 20 to 30 min-
utes between village
hotels and condos to the
ski slopes. WAVE, the
municipal bus service,
transports visitors to and
from the villages and
around the town. For a
taxi, call 604 932 3333.
Valley Trail
This 12-mi (20-km)
Valley Trail attracts walk-
ers, cyclists, and in-line
skaters. It leads past
Lost Lake, Rainbow Park,
and Alta, Nita, and Alpha
lakes, through stands of
trees fringing residential
areas. In winter, the Lost
Lake loop is dedicated to
cross-country skiing.
For a glimpse into Whistler's pioneer history, visit Whistler Museum
& Archives, 4329 Main St, Village North; call 604 932 2019
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