Whistler
Go big or go home in North America at Whistler and Blackcomb
Voted as the Number 1 ski resort in North America, Whistler offers unrivaled skiing and nightlife. The two mountains, Blackcomb and Whistler, combined form the biggest area of slopes, with the longest runs, in North America, offering kilometre after kilometre of piste for you to enjoy, with a wonderful mixture of high, open bowls and sheltered forest runs.
For the dare devil, you'll feel like your in heaven when you get of the beaten track and explore Whistler's off-piste. There is acres of it, coupled with an average of 39 feet of snow a year, you will be far from bored.
This dream destination for skiers and boarders around the world has over 8,100 acres of snow-covered slopes, 16 alpine bowls, 3 glaciers, world-class terrain parks and half pipes, as well as over 200 marked trails to suit all ability levels. Whistler and Blackcomb is the ultimate in big mountain experiences, that is not to be missed in your lifetime.
Resort Information |
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Altitude of resort: | 675 metres | |
Top elevation: | 2284 metres | |
Largest vertical drop: | 1609 metres | |
Acres of ski: | 7072 | |
Trails (Pistes): | 230 | |
Longest run | 11 kilometres | |
Cross country trails: | 28 kilometres | |
Beginner: | 16% | |
Intermediate: | 55% | |
Advanced: | 29% | |
Number of lifts: | 39 | |
Snowboard: | Yes | |
Terrain Parks: | 2 | |
Halfpipes: | 3 |