Ski powder pillows in Whistler
Canada’s Whistler Blackcomb is a world-class hub for skiers and boarders, with huge snow, surreal slopes and its Peak 2 Peak gondola.
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Accept cookies and close this message.Canada’s Whistler Blackcomb is a world-class hub for skiers and boarders, with huge snow, surreal slopes and its Peak 2 Peak gondola.
Whistler’s world famous reputation for ski holidays helps attract over two million visitors every year. A combination of extensive and varied terrain, long season, great snow and a diverse nightlife make Whistler an excellent choice for a wide range of skiers.
The ski season in Whistler Blackcomb stretches out as late as early May and the excellent snowmaking facilities also help extend the season at Whistler Blackcomb. Everyone from beginner to advanced level will find challenging terrain across the two mountains, 8100 acres and over 200 trails. Enjoy easy access to the base Village with accommodation, shops and an unbeatable après-ski scene. Whistler is consistently ranked one of the best ski destinations in the world and access to this great snow is easy.
Whistler is 126 km (approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes transfer) from Vancouver airport.
Ski season | November - May |
Piste area | 8171 acres |
Resort height | 674 m |
Lifts | 38 |
Runs | 216 |
Beginners 42 | |
Intermediate 116 | |
Advanced 58 |
Whistler-Blackcomb has a wide variety of green pistes through varying altitudes, giving beginners a 'whole mountain' experience. Slow skiing zones are spread across both mountains and highlighted on piste maps. These areas are marshalled by a Mountain Safety Team to ensure maximum enjoyment for all. Both mountains also have snowboarding lessons and feature specialised camps with instruction and activities.
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