Alpine Hiking on Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains
Whistler Village is at the foot of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains, each boasting alpine hiking trails with incredible views, easily accessible by gondola. Choose from short, family-friendly strolls on wide paths to more advanced hikes to lakes, glaciers and alpine meadows. Keep your eyes open for chipmunks and marmots, and make sure you have a camera handy for capturing the rugged mountain vistas.
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How do I get to the hiking trails?
You can access the hiking trails via the Whistler Village Gondola and Blackcomb Gondola when you purchase a sightseeing ticket, which also gives access to the incredible PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, a Whistler must-do.
Hiking Trails Around Whistler
The other mountains around Whistler are home to hiking trails of varying lengths and abililty levels, making Whistler the perfect place to stay while you explore the Coast Mountains on foot. Visit spectacular waterfalls and ancient forests on short, half-day excursions or take on longer, multi-day treks through glaciated valleys.
View Maps of Whistler Hiking Trails & Trailheads
Insider Guides to Hiking Around Whistler
Winter Hiking
Due to snow cover, many trails in Whistler are unavailable for hiking during winter. If you feel the need to stretch your legs in the snow, bring sturdy winter footwear and consider the following ideas:
- Snowshoeing – if you can walk, you can snowshoe on trails in and around Whistler
- Take a winter walk on the Valley Trail. Sections of the Valley Trail are maintained over winter.
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Guided Hiking Tours
Half Day Backcountry Hike
Step into the wilderness on amazing trails of old-growth forests with ancient cedars along pristine lakes, cascading waterfalls and geologically interesting landscapes.
From $109 per person
Glacier Discovery Tour
Explore the Whistler Glacier on this guided interpretive tour! Take a walk on the glacier snow and ice atop Whistler Mountain and take in the natural landscape sculpted by ice and volcanoes. Outfitted with boots, crampons and an ice axe you will learn how to walk using glacier equipment, learn about the formation of the Coast Mountain’s glaciers and have a chance to play on the ice and snow. No experience is necessary. Tour is approx. 2 hours. Lift ticket not included in tour price.
From $119 per person
Whistler Sky Walk
Hike up to and along the edge of Whistler Mountain overlooking amazing mountain views. Clip into cables as you safely cross small suspended bridges and cliff-edge features.
From $119 per person
Glacier Glissading
Have you experienced the thrill of sliding down a slippery slide or gliding through snow on a toboggan? Glacier Glissading not only combines both of these into one ultra-fun activity, but does so on summer snowpack! This tour includes all of the interpretive aspects of our Glacier Discovery Tour plus glissading. You get two tours in one!
From $139 per person
Full Day Backcountry Hike
Take a guided day hike in the stunning landscapes of the Coast Mountains where you’ll be able to experience Whistler’s spectacular views. The final hike destination is dependant on trail conditions, weather and fitness level.
From $159 per person
Glacier Ascent Tour
Climb on the Whistler Glacier using real mountaineering techniques! Outfitted with boots, crampons, ice axes, harness and rope, your guide will lead you onto the glacier snow and ice atop Whistler Mountain. Learn about glaciology and how to ascend the glacier around the crevasses like a mountaineer. No experience is necessary. Tour is approx. 3 -3.5 hours. Lift ticket not included in price.
From $169 per person
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