Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Course
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Snowboarding, Blackcomb Mountain
Fun Things to Do in Whistler
Skiing
Whistler and Blackcomb
cater to all ages and levels
of skiers. With over 30 ft (10 m)
of snow fall yearly, boosted by
snowmaking, the winter season
provides over 200 runs. Summer
skiing on Blackcomb's glacier.
Snowboarding
Annual upgrades at the
thrilling terrain parks ensure
bigger and better rails and pipes
for the advanced. Well-designed
novice areas also.
Bear Watching
An intimate, respectful
view of Whistler's black bears
is offered on tours
led by local bear
researcher Michael
Allen. Fifty or so
bears live in the
area's old-growth
forests, feeding on
the grassy mountain slopes
and foraging for berries. Allen's
tours provide an up-close look
at bear habits and habitats suit-
able for all ages.
Golf
Known as the “Big
Four,” Whistler's four
golf courses take
advantage of their
mountain settings,
with lakes, creeks,
rolling greens, and
mountain views. Golfers are
pampered with deluxe facilities
and fine dining.
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Whistler Central
Reservations: 1 800 944 7853
Black bear cub
Dog Sledding
The distinctly northern activity
of dog sledding, with energetic
huskies eager to pull their sleds
through the backcountry, is suit-
able for both adults and kids who
enjoy mushing seven-dog teams.
An easy, off-road adventure.
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Cougar Mountain: 1 888 297 2222
Mountain Biking
Free-flowing runs as well
as technically demanding trails,
groomed to perfection. Practice
comes easy at the Mountain
Bike Park, with its three Skills
Centres, and jumps and learn-
ing tools for all levels.
Snowmobiling and
Snowcat Tours
Speedy snowmobiles are
an exhilarating way to see
Blackcomb Mountain, or try
the more sedate, heated
Snowcat. A pleasant din-
ner at the alpine Crystal
Hut can be added.
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Cana-
dian Snowmobile Adventures:
604 938 1616
Mountain biker, Whistler Mountain
Whistler and Blackcomb's winter ski season runs from late
November to late April
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