Whistler
Blackcomb
Vancouver
Whistler
Blackcomb
Vancouver Ski ConditionsFri 02-03-12
01:29 PM
Open
Past 48 Hours: 0in.
Primary: Powder
Base Depth: 99in.
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Whistler Blackcomb boasts over 8,171 acres of pristine snow split between two enormous mountains. This incredible mass of land is unparalleled, visitors to the area enjoy more than 200 trails, three glaciers, 37 lifts, 12 alpine bowls, 7 parks and pipes, several 7+ mile runs, and more than a mile of vertical.
Thanks to the incredible terrain, Whistler Mountain lures some of the best ski and snowboard instructors in the world to come to their mountain every year. The ski and snowboard schools are absolutely top-notch and a fantastic value.
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This resort has so much more to offer visitors besides immaculate runs and challenging terrain parks. There’s relaxing and romantic fun with beautiful sleigh rides, or experience the exhilaration of the Snow Tubing Park. Take a breathtaking gondola ride from Whistler Mountain to Blackcomb Mountain, this unprecedented feat of engineering spans 2.73 miles, 1,430 feet above the ground, and is the longest continuous lift system in the entire world. Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice skating are just a few of the pleasurable winter activities to experience.
Contained within the ski area are 5 small villages, Upper Village, Village North, Whistler Creekside, Whistler Valley and Whistler Village. There are also several towns nearby that offer an array of lodging to suit any taste and budget. From immense holiday chalets and five star luxury hotels, to budget friendly condos, cozy townhomes, and private homes and cabins, Whistler Blackcomb area has a colossal array of accommodations.
In addition to great accommodations, Whistler Blackcomb also offers superior shopping, Can-Ski, Quiksilver, Salomon, Burton, Showcase, The North Face, Columbia and Columbia Kids are just a few of the brands you’ll find at the many shops. The villages feature theatres, childcare, cafes and fantastic restaurants. There area also hosts the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre which is an authentic cultural center, perfect for the whole family. It was originally created to celebrate the joint histories of the Squamish and Lil'wat Nations, both native to Western Canada.
Après ski and nightlife in the area is bustling. Whether it’s good food, delectable cocktails or quality live music, Whistler has it all. Three ski-in/ski-out full service pubs and restaurants dot the bases of the two mountains plus an additional 25 plus bars and restaurants throughout the five villages promises something for everyone.
Vancouver International Airport is the closest major airport and only 70 miles from the resort. From there, Whistler Blackcomb offers its visitors a myriad of ways to reach the resort be it a private chartered bus, rental car, the picturesque Whistler Train, a taxi, or a private plane or helicopter, there is no shortage of ways to reach Whistler Blackcomb. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is 215 miles away, but it’s a scenic 5 hour drive to the resort. American travelers should be warned that a passport is required to enter Canada and be sure to keep in mind the exchange rates once you get there.






