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Outdoor Adventures

From the mountain top to the valley below, Whistler is packed with outdoor adventures. Whether you get your kicks on two wheels or two planks, whether you like to hike hard and high or you like to stop and smell the wildflowers, whether you like raging rapids or gentle swells, Whistler has it all.

We get to play in this mountain playground all year round, and what we’ve learned in doing so we’re passing on to you in these articles. Happy adventuring – we’ll see you out there.

A shot of Scandinave Spa in the winter sunshine.

Whistler for the Non-Skier: Activities Off the Slopes

There are a lot of outdoor and indoor activities in Whistler that happen off the slopes. Here's how you can soar, scale and soak it all in.

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Whistler’s Top Five Mountain Culture Moments: Winter edition

From snowboard cross to twin tips skis and something called Air Jordan, Whistler knows how to set the mountain culture scene.

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Winter view on the top of Emerald Chair towards the snowy Roundhouse on Whistler Mountain.

Are You Feeling the Winter Stoke?

The snow is falling fast and hard in Whistler, and opening day is drawing closer; are you ready to get your winter on?

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A skier makes their way down a snowy slope on Whistler Blackcomb.

Know Before You Go: Skiing and Riding Whistler Blackcomb

Whistler Blackcomb is opening Nov 21 - here's what you need to know about skiing and riding in Whistler for the 2025/26 winter season.

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The vibrant reds and yellows of fall at Whistler Olympic Park.

19 Things to Do in Whistler in Fall

We're fans of the saying "show, don't tell", so we've put together 19 definitive reasons for visiting Whistler during the fall.

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A person runs with their leashed dog along the Whistler Valley Trail with the mountains in the distance.

5 Whistler Running Routes

Just because you're on vacation doesn't mean you should give up on your running routine. Whistler local Taylor Godber reveals 5 of her favourite Whistler routes.

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The Journeyman Lodge

A Summertime Stay at the Journeyman Lodge

Experience summer in Whistler's backcountry with a stay at the Journeyman Lodge, a cozy mountain lodge in the wilds of the Callaghan Valley.

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Kate Heskett kneels on the board of a wing foil as she learns to control the foil.

Wing Foiling in Whistler

What's it like to wing foil in Whistler? We take a lesson with Whistler Sailing on Alta Lake and learn how to fly on water.

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Insider, Hannah Hughes, cross-country bikes through the forest in Whistler.

Being a Perfectly Average Mountain Biker in Whistler

You don’t have to be a hardcore shredder to love mountain biking. You just need two wheels, a bit of courage and maybe some humility.

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Sean Marihugh takes a selfie while sat in a double kayak.

Reclaiming Water Through Adaptive Sports

Get out on the water with Whistler Adaptive Sports and discover or reclaim your love of watersports like kayaking.

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Two people sitting on a dock looking out to Alta Lake as the sun shines.

Laid-Back Summer Fun in Whistler

Whistler is a place where thrill runs deep but slows enough for a laid-back summer vibe that invites you to explore at a different pace.

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The view from the Raven's Eye lookout on Whistler Mountain.

Insider Guide: Whistler Blackcomb Sightseeing, Hiking & Biking

What you need to know if you're sightseeing on the PEAK 2 PEAK or riding the Bike Park on Whistler Blackcomb this summer.

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A group of people battle the whitewater on a rafting tour in Whistler.

All Thriller, No Filler: 10 Whistler Summer Adventure Challenges

A list of some of the most adrenaline-inducing and unique Whistler challenges that should be on your must-do list for summer!

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