
P: John Entwistle whistlerblackcomb.com 1.800.766.0449 WHISTLER ALPINE TRAILS WHISTLER MOUNTAIN N Everyone should experience the Peak Express. Ride the open-air chairlift above walls of shale and ice to Whistler’s Summit. You’re now at the gateway to Whistler Mountain’s vast system of trails. Take in iconic viewscapes of Black Tusk and Garibaldi Provincial Park from the new Raven’s Eye or venture out towards High Note Trail for a world-class alpine hiking experience. FISSILE 1 Whistler Summit Interpretive Walk OVERLORD GLACIER Length: 1.6 km (1 mi); 60 minutes Elevation Change: 30 m (98 ft) Two loops of single track trail at the top of the Peak Express wind their way around the summit of Whistler Mountain. See incredible views, along with alpine ecosystems and local history storyboards. 2 Peak Express Traverse Length: 0.6 km (0.4 mi); 10 minutes MOUNTAIN TOP Elevation Change: 63 m (207 ft) SUMMER FEAST TO SINGING PASS IN A gravel trail providing two way access from the Roundhouse Lodge GARIBALDI PROVINCIAL PARK to the Peak Express. Please remain on the trail and avoid walking on the access road. OBOE Extend your mountain-top experience with a buffet dinner at 1,800 m. 3a Spearhead Loop TRAIL MAP MAP TRAIL Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening, join us for the incredible Length: 1.2 km (0.7 mi); 60 minutes Mountain Top Summer Feast, now with more times to savour Elevation Change: 20 m (66 ft) 7 the views. ALPINE For those that need to stretch their legs, this is an easy walk 3 connecting Harmony Lake Trail with premium views of FLUTE HIGH NOTE TRAIL Visit whistlerblackcomb.com/mtntopfeast Blackcomb Mountain, Garibaldi Provincial Park and the for complete operating dates and times 360 EXPERIENCE 360 Spearhead Range. 3 Harmony Lake Loop Length: 1.9 km (1.2 mi); 90 minutes Elevation Change: 120 m (394 ft) This trail descends through alpine forests while travelling away 2019 from the Roundhouse Lodge. TIMES 4 Harmony Meadows WHISTLER VILLAGE GONDOLA HOURS Length: 1.6 km (1 mi); 45 minutes CHEAKAMUS LAKE April 23 – May 24 10am – 4pm Elevation Change: 81 m (266 ft) 5 May 25 – June 21 10am – 5pm This steep trail connects High Note Trail 5 and Harmony Lake Trail 3 with the Roundhouse Lodge. Enjoy the great views of 9:30am – 5pm (Monday – Thursday) June 22 – September 2 9:30am – 8pm (Friday – Sunday) Fitzsimmons Valley and Harmony Lake. 10am – 5pm (Sunday – Friday) September 3 – 8 5 High Note Trail 10am – 8pm (Saturday) Length: 9.4 km (5.8 mi); 4 hours BLACKCOMB GONDOLA Elevation Change: 420 m (1378 ft) NEW THIS SUMMER June 8 – 21 10am – 5pm The best experience on Whistler Mountain. Starting behind the 5 June 22 – September 2 9:30am – 5pm Inukshuk at the top of the Peak Express chairlift, hikers will enjoy September 3 – 13 10am – 5pm stunning views of Black Tusk and Cheakamus Lake as they descend 2,182 m/7,160 ft 10am – 5pm (Sunday – Friday) September 14 – October 14 through rugged terrain that mellows into a rolling course. Loop back Cloudraker Skybridge and 10am – 8pm (Saturday) TOP OF THE to the Roundhouse Lodge by heading north at the trail junction WORLD SUMMIT Raven’s Eye PEAK 2 PEAK GONDOLA away from Flute Summit and Singing Pass. Walk above the clouds on the breathtaking new suspension bridge May 25 – September 15 10am – 5pm 5 6 Half Note Trail at the Peak of Whistler Mountain. Lookout and experience iconic September 21 – October 14 10am – 5pm (Weekends & Holidays only) Length: 3.2 km (2 mi); 75 minutes CLOUDRAKER SKYBRIDGE AND views of Black Tusk and Garibaldi Provincial Park like never before. 7TH HEAVEN EXPRESS CHAIR Elevation Change: 136 m (446 ft) SYMPHONY LAKE RAVEN’S EYE Blackcomb Gondola June 8 – July 14 10am – 3pm The Half Note Trail provides a shortened route from the PEAK EXPRESS CHAIR* High Note Trail 5 , which connects with Pika’s Traverse 8 6 Access to Blackcomb Mountain is faster and more comfortable 11am – 4pm (Monday – Friday) back to the Roundhouse Lodge. than ever thanks to our new, world-class, 10-person gondola. June 22 – September 2 11am – 5pm (Saturday – Sunday) Experience the beauty of the mountains as you fl y overhead from 7 Musical Bumps Trail September 3 – September 15 11am – 4pm MATHEWS’ TRAVERSE the Upper Village to the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola in a fully-sheltered Length: 1.5 km (0.9 mi); 3 hours Cutting through a snow wall. *Accessing the Peak Chair requires a 0.6 km (0.4 mi); 10 minute walk on a gravel trail with an elevation cabin with fl oor to ceiling windows. After a day of sightseeing or Elevation Change: 119 m (390 ft) change of 63 m (207 ft) each way. Height requirement is 48” to ride the Peak Chair. climbing the Ascent Trails, you can relax on the gondola ride down. Dates and times subject to change without notice. Please check whistlerblackcomb.com or speak Hike to the beautiful Flute Summit as an out-and-back with Lift Operations staff for current lift status. or continue into Garibladi Provincial Park. Roundhouse Lodge Umbrella Bar 9 CONTACT INFORMATION 8 Pika’s Traverse Road 9 Enjoy a drink with 360º views of the valley and surrounding mountains from the Roundhouse Lodge Umbrella Bar and Mountain Emergency Fire Emergency Guest Services Length: 2.3 km (1.4 mi); 60 minutes 5 cantilevered viewing deck. 604.935.5555 604.938.FIRE 1.800.766.0449 Elevation Change: 272 m (892 ft) 5 This mountain road is used to return from the Half Note Trail 6 to the Roundhouse Lodge. There are some steep sections, 1 KIT KAT please remain on the road. SNACK SHACK 9 Mathews’ Traverse Road Length: 0.9 km (0.6 mi); 45 minutes GLACIER BOWL Elevation Change: 82 m (269 ft) Enjoy panoramic views along this mountain road to the summit of Whistler Mountain. Do not enter glacier areas. 5 5 4 HARMONY LAKE 8 3 3 3 WHISTLER BLACKCOMB & BC PARKS WHISTLER’S FIRST JOIN FORCES FOR WONDER NATIONS MUSEUM SNOWMAKING TERRACE & VIEWING DECK RESERVOIR 4 UMBRELLA BAR Working in close partnership with BC Parks, Whistler Blackcomb has 3 1.866.441.SLCC (7522) | slcc.ca developed the High Note Trail on Whistler and the Overlord-Decker Trail 3a Daily 10am – 5pm on Blackcomb to allow guests privileged access to some of BC Parks’ most 3a spectacular alpine scenery. This partnership provides: Visit the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre for an immersive cultural N Alpine access to Garibaldi Provincial Park — 194,650 ha in size 3a experience. Join a friendly Cultural Ambassador from either the N Observation and education opportunities, from professional research Squamish or Lil’wat Nations for a one-hour guided tour offered initiatives to guest participation on the hour, every hour, 10am – 4pm Tuesdays – Sundays. N A destination for wilderness enthusiasts — from glacial lakes 2 Tours include a traditional welcome song, fi fteen minute fi lm, 3a to volcanic peaks exhibit tour, and cedar-rope bracelet making activity. Also home to an GMC indigenous-inspired café and Whistler’s largest fi rst nation gift shop. DENALI MEETING LEGEND PLACE SNOWMAKING RESERVOIR Green – Easiest PLAN YOUR DAY Consistent inclines and declines over trails with stable footing. Shorter distance requiring less time to complete. These are your best options for an on-mountain hiking experience, SCALE: 1 cm = 100 m HIKING SAFETY no matter your ability level or the time you have available. Blue – Moderate diffi culty 2019.20 SEASON PASS Steeper inclines and declines over trails with less stable footing. Requires more time and effort to complete. N Hiking outside the area boundary is not recommended unless you & EDGE CARD SALE have experience and are well equipped. Never hike alone and be Buy today to secure the guaranteed lowest price, Best Walks (1 hour or less) Black – Most diffi cult plus get access to the 360 Experience this summer N Alpine Loop on Blackcomb BLACKCOMB MOUNTAIN WHISTLER MOUNTAIN Steep inclines and declines over narrow trails with loose footing. prepared for hazardous terrain and weather. Whiteout conditions Requires a high time commitment and effort, hiking footwear and provisions. N Whistler Summit Interpretive Walk on Whistler occur frequently making accurate navigation diffi cult. whistlerblackcomb.com/save Cloudraker Skybridge and Raven’s Eye N Steep slopes, snow and ice fi elds are very dangerous. You may TOP OF THE WORLD SUMMIT Walk above the clouds on the breathtaking new suspension bridge Best Intermediate Hikes (2-3 hours) at the Peak of Whistler Mountain. encounter various hazards such as cliffs, glaciers, crevasses, N ROUNDHOUSE LODGE rock falls, avalanches and unstable surfaces. Overlord Trail to Lakeside Loop on Blackcomb 7TH HEAVEN EXPRESS CHAIR Iconic locations CORPORATE PARTNERS AND UMBRELLA BAR Must-see viewpoints and landscapes that are truly unique. N Spearhead Loop to Harmony Lake Loop PEAK EXPRESS CLOUDRAKER N Hiking down from both lodges on roads, mountain bike trails or RENDEZVOUS LODGE SKYBRIDGE AND on Whistler CHAIR Recommended trail travel direction other routes is not permitted. Downloading on the Whistler Village RAVEN’S EYE Trail travel directions are recommended based on ease of travel, access to views, vantage points and adjoining trails. Gondola or Blackcomb Gondola is mandatory. Best Advanced Hikes (3-4 hours) Signature trail N Due to the sensitivity of the alpine environment, trail accessibility N Alpine Loop to Overlord Trail to Decker Loop World-class alpine hiking. may be limited by snow pack and weather conditions. on Blackcomb Alpine wildfl owers Please contact Guest Services for more information about N High Note Trail to Half Note Trail on Whistler Prime viewing areas of wildfl owers that bloom seasonally which trails are open.
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