Whistler/Blackcomb Ski Resort
North America's #1 ranked resort, Whistler proves that not all ski hills are created equal. One of the many things that make this destination so special is the two unbelievable mountains - Whistler and Blackcomb. Side by side, the twin peaks represent over 8000 acres of terrain and these mile-high mountains also have 3 skiable glaciers to choose from! Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains offer unforgettable and unlimited activities in a year round international playground. Get ready for the vacation of a lifetime!
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Perhaps no other mountain resort in the world can boast the sheer magnitude and scope of improvements that Whistler/Blackcomb has delivered over the past 40 years. It's no coincidence that Whistler was selected to host the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Unchallenged in sheer size, variety of terrain, on-mountain and après activities, family programs, accommodation options and the assortment of dining, shopping and spa opportunities, Whistler/Blackcomb sets the bar for ski and snowboard destinations. You have read the articles in the magazines, seen glimpses in the ski and snowboard movies and heard all about it from your friends. Now it's your turn to experience the magic of Whistler.
Whistler is a friendly ski town located in British Columbia, Canada and is home to almost 10,000 residents. With shops, restaurants, amenities and the ski lifts close by, the pedestrian village is the hub of the resort. This winter season Whistler Blackcomb promises plenty of excitement. To make sure you get the most out of your holiday, we've provided some handy facts.
Our stats and rankings speak for themselves. Here's a brief overview:
- Greatest vertical/usable terrain for skiing/riding and other winter sports in North America.
- Consistently ranked in the top 5 for North American resorts selected by industry magazines such as SKI, SKIING, Powder, TransWorld Snowboarding and more.
- Best parks & pipes in North America.
- Largest above tree line terrain and bowls in North America.
- Long ski season with spring skiing and riding mid-June.
- Amazing BC aprés ski and nightlife.
- World class shopping and dining.
- Glacier skiing - the only resort in North America where you can ski or ride on a glacier, right in the heart of the British Columbia mountains.
- And last but not least, we are also known for our friendly, Canadian hospitality!
Located in the Coastal Mountains of BC, Whistler is approximately 115 kilometers (72 miles) from Vancouver. There is little need for a car once in Whistler due to the close proximity of all amenities.
| Driving to Whistler/Blackcomb Mountain |
Whistler/Blackcomb Ski Passes* |
| City |
Kilometers |
Miles |
Age |
2 Day |
5 Day
Pass |
Vancouver
Seattle, WA
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115 km
340 km
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72 miles
215 miles
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Adult (19-64)
Youth(13-18)
Child (6-12)
Senior (65+)
|
$130.00
$111.00
$68.00
$111.00 |
$320.00
$272.00
$167.00
$272.00 |
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* Prices do not include taxes where applicable and are subject to change without notice. Lift Ticket prices are in Canadian Funds.
* Call us for information on Whistler/Blackcomb Ski Passes, Rentals, and Lessons.
* These prices are at regular season rate. |
Winter Sports and Activities at Whistler
| Whistler/Blackcomb Statistics |
Whistler/Blackcomb Map |
| Average Snowfall: |
360 inches/30 feet
9,14 metres per year |
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| Total Terrain: |
8,171 acres/3,307 hectares |
| Trails: |
200+ |
| Longitude/Latitude: |
50° latitude, 122° longitude |
| Mountain Restaurants: |
17 with a total of 6,540 restaurant seats |
| Highest Lift Accessed Elevation: |
2,284 metres/7,494 feet |
| Whistler Village Elevation: |
675 metres/2,214 feet |
| Creekside Base Elevation: |
653 metres/2,140 feet |
| Number of Lifts: |
33 |
| Hourly Lift Capacity: |
59,007 skiers per hour |
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Whistler/Blackcomb Amenities ... |
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| Individual Mountain Statistics |
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Whistler Mountain |
Blackcomb Mountain |
| Vertical |
1,530 metres
5,020 feet |
1,609 metres
5,280 feet |
| Top Elevation |
2,182 metres
7,160 feet |
2,284 metres
7,494 feet |
| Skiable Terrain |
4,757 acres
1,925 hectares |
3,414 acres
1,382 hectares |
| Terrain Type |
20%/55%/25% |
15%/55%/30% |
| Trails |
100+ |
100+ |
| Parks & Pipes |
Parks: Chipmunk Rail Park
Pipes: Whistler Pipe |
Parks: Big Easy Terrain Garden, Terrain Park, Highest Level Terrain Park
Pipes: Super Pipe |
| Total Number of Lifts |
16 including:
2 high-speed gondolas
6 high-speed quads
2 triple chairs
1 double chair
5 surface lifts |
17 including:
1 high-speed gondola
6 high-speed quads
3 triple chairs
7 surface lifts |
| Total Hourly Lift Capacity |
29,895 skiers per hour |
29,112 skiers per hour |
| Longest Run |
11 km/7 miles Burnt Stew to Green Line, Upper and Lower Olympic |
11 km/7 miles Green Road down Easy Out |
| Mountain Restaurants |
8 includings:
Garibaldi Lift Co.
Chic Pea
Roundhouse Lodge
Steeps Grill
Dusty's Bar & Grill
Dusty's Backside
Harmony Hut
Raven's Nest |
9 includings:
The Wizard Grill
Merlin's
18 Below
Horstman Hut
Crystal Hut
Glacier Creek
Glacier Byte
Rendezvous
Christine's |
| Snowmaking |
215 acres/87 hectares |
350 acres/142 hectares |
| Summer Skiing/Riding |
n/a |
June 7 to August 1, 2004 |
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