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10 Things to Do on Summer Evenings in Whistler

August 13, 2026·Outdoor Adventures

The adventures don't stop when the sun drops behind the mountains. Here are 10 ways to savour summer evenings in Whistler.

Mike Douglas and Claire Ruddy tap their reusable coffee cups together as they discuss Reuse Whistler in the Whistler Blackcomb gondola.

Whistler Changemaker Series: Reuse Whistler

August 6, 2026·Sustainability

Reuse Whistler is getting coffee drinkers to swap single-use cups for reusable ones. Read on to find out more about this innovative program.

A rider pulled a chariot over a bridge with the Fitzsimmons Creek flowing beneath it in Whistler, along the Valley Trail.

Whistler Lake Time with Young Kids Using the Valley Trail

July 30, 2026·Outdoor Adventures

We take a ride on Whistler's Valley Trail with toddlers in tow! Where to go, stop and other tips on exploring with a young family.

The stage is bathed in light at the Whistler Summer Concert Series.

The Local’s List: What’s On in August

July 28, 2026·Insider Tips

The Local's List is a curated monthly guide of what's happening in Whistler; here it is for the month of August.

A person drinks from a steaming cup outside with the sun shining on them.

Solo Travel in Whistler

July 23, 2026·Insider Tips

Coming to Whistler as a solo traveller? We dive into why Whistler is a safe and fun place to visit on your own.

An adaptive mountain bike rider on the Flashback Trail in Whistler's Cheakamus neighbourhood.

The Journey of Making Whistler’s Trails Accessible

July 21, 2026·Outdoor Adventures

Accessibility is a moving concept, so we're taking a look at the evolution of Whistler's accessible trail systems.

Kees and Claire hut glowing in the sunset, perched high in the alpine, with peaks in the distance.

A Hike to Whistler’s Backcountry Kees and Claire Hut

July 16, 2026·Outdoor Adventures

Want to stay in an alpine hut with 360-degree mountain views? Read this guide to the Kees and Claire Hut, with route and packing tips.

Two people hike in the high alpine on Whistler Blackcomb in the summer. There's a lake in front of them reflecting them as they hike.

The Pressure of Being Outdoorsy

July 14, 2026·Insider Tips

We touch base with local adventurer Hannah Hughes in this thought-piece on how being outdoorsy should bring joy, not stress.

A mountain biker gets views out over the Coast Mountains and Black Tusk when they do the Top of the World trail on Whistler Mountain.

8 of the Best Mountain Bike Trails in Whistler

July 9, 2026·Outdoor Adventures

Whistler action-sports photographer, Justa Jeskova shares her top mountain bike trails, which she loves riding and shooting.

A family enjoy a picnic with the iconic Black Tusk in the background.

Whistler Olympic Park: A Perfect Summer’s Day

July 9, 2026·Outdoor Adventures

Hiking, Olympic sightseeing, biathlon and disc golf - how to spend a summer's day at Whistler Olympic Park.

A family stand up paddle boards across Lost Lake in the summer sun.

On the Water in Whistler

July 7, 2026·Outdoor Adventures

The Whistler Insider takes a deep dive into water-based adventures in Whistler. From canoeing and kayaking to SUP, rafting and swimming - we cover it all.

A Kate Zessel illustration depicting a mountain range with a couple, hugging enjoying the view.

The Places We Love Are Being Loved To Death

July 2, 2026·Sustainability

Nature is more than a backdrop for our adventures. We can’t keep loving it to death. Let’s care for nature together. Let's love it better.

Cyclists ride up the Sea to Sky Highway from Vancouver to Whistler during the RBC GranFondo.

RBC GranFondo Whistler Guide: What to Know Before You Ride

June 30, 2026·Outdoor Adventures

Considering riding in one of the most scenic road bike events in the world? RBC GranFondo is an iconic event, find out more in our guide.