Whistler is Accessible

Whistler prides itself on being an international resort with accessibility to all people, including travellers with disabilities. Whistler For The Disabled has comprehensive information and can assist individuals with disabilities in accessing Whistler and its many year-round recreational activities.

Whistler Village

Whistler Village is accessible with pedestrian-only streets, paved access to the Valley Trail, close proximity to transportation, and wheelchair access to the Whistler Mountain gondola for skiing and sight-seeing. As the proud Host Mountain Resort for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, Whistler is striving to improve its accessibility in all areas. The Paralympics will see athletes from all over the world in an exciting race for the gold.

Helpful links and accessible activities within Whistler:

• Village (PDF 46.33 Kb) - Accessible Whistler Barrier Free Route Map
• Village North (PDF 35.46 Kb) - Accessible Whistler Barrier Free Route Map
• Upper Village (PDF 37.25 Kb) - Accessible Whistler Barrier Free Route Map
• Whistler Adaptive Sports Program makes sports and recreation accessible to all, whatever their ability.
• Dog Sledding and Sleigh Riding are fun winter activities for persons with limited mobility.
• Bungee jumping is a year round activity that can be done with a wheelchair.
• Meadow Park Sports Arena has a wheelchair accessible weight room and swimming pool.

For information about accommodation, activities and transportation, see Whistler For The Disabled or call 1.888.933.9383.