Whistler/Blackcomb, Canada
Driving directions
Vancouver via Squamish on Hwy 99. Whistler is 115km , drive time is about 2 1/4 hours.
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Flying
Fly to Vancouver International. Transfer time to resort is 2 hours. If you have the cash, you can take a HeliJet straight to the resort in 30mins
By bus/coach
A bus from Vancouver takes around 2 hours. Take the Perimeters Whistler express from the airport straight to Whistler, its $65 each way, $130 return and leaves every couple of hours. Geryhound and Snowbus run daily services from Vancouver city. A local bus runs daily around Whistler and Blackcomb.

By train
Trains: direct to Whistler
Address
Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains
4545 Blackcomb Way,
Whistler, B.C. V0N 1B4
Canada
Tel: 604.932.3434
Resort Statistics
Resort Type:
Alpine
Winter: Dec to May
Summer: June to August
Lifts
Total Lifts: 33
Gondolas: 3
Chair lifts: 18
Drag lifts: 12
Max people per hour: 59,000
Board Leashes required: No
Mountain
Total pistes/trails: 230
Total ride area: 7071 acres
Longest run: 7miles (11km)
Top lift: 2284m
Vertical drop: 1609m
First lift: 675m
Piste suitability
Green runs: 20%
Red runs: 55%
Black runs: 25%
Lift Passes
| Low Season | High Season | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAD | GBP | CAD | GBP | |
| Day Pass | - | - | - | - |
| 6-Day Pass | - | - | - | - |
| 6-Day Linked area Pass | - | - | - | - |
| CAD | GBP | |
|---|---|---|
| Season Pass: | - | - |
Lift Passes:
1 Day pass - $70
6 Day pass - $378
Season pass - $1639
Lift times:7.00am to 3.30pm
Snowfall
Average annual snowfall: 9.14metres
Artificial snowmaking coverage: 35%
Facilities
| CAD | GBP | |
|---|---|---|
| Days Rental of Board & Boots: | - | - |
| 4hr Group Lesson (full day): | - | - |
| 4hr Private Lesson (full day): | - | - |
Snowboard Schools:
Half day Group $135 Full day $205
Private Half day $399 Full day $599
Snowboard Hire:
Board and Boots 1 Day $36
5 Days $150
Night Riding: :
Thursday, Friday and Saturday the Super Pipe is open $15 5-9pm
Other activities
Heliboarding: :
3 runs of 1400/2300M $640pp
6 runs of 2700/4600M $940pp
Snowmobiles:
$99 for begginers trip
full day @$229
Further information
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Summary
Major riding for all styles and all levels, especially backcountry and amazing park and pipes.But take note: lift queues can be very long, especially at Easter and Christmas. Great summer riding on Blackcomb Glacier.
ON THE SLOPES: Amazing
OFF THE SLOPES: Something for everyone
MONEY WISE: Expensive but worth it. To save on lift tickets stop at 7/11 in Squamish on the drive up - the deal here is not available in Whistler itself.
Terrain & parks
HALFPIPE:
Yes - 3
TERRAIN PARK:
Yes - 2
BACKCOUNTRY/OFF-PISTE:Yes
TREE RUNS:Yes
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Resort News
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With record snowfall and technical approval, Whistler Blackcomb and VANOC are games-ready
With the backdrop of a record snowfall and the blessing of international ski officials, the finishing touches are being applied over the next 16 days to the Olympic alpine ski racing venue. Whistler Blackcomb, host venue for the men's and women's ... Thu 28 Jan 10 -
HEAVY SNOWFALL HAMMERS WHISTLER BLACKCOMB WITH 70 CENTIMETRES / 28 INCHES FALLING IN 24 HOURS
The latest storm to hit Whistler Blackcomb has dumped a whopping 70 centimetres or 28 inches in 24 hours, immersing the resort in deep winter conditions. Although the heavy snow and high winds prevented a number of lifts from opening today, the ... Sat 16 Jan 10 -
Jordan Manley crowned 'King of Storms' third year in a row at 4th Annual Deep Winter Photo Challenge, presented by Arc'teryx
For three years in a row Jordan Manley has taken top spot at the Deep Winter Photo Challenge, presented by Arcteryx. His style and skill behind the lens was most impressive with his epic powder shots, unique angels, tree climbing and underwater ... Tue 12 Jan 10 -
Whistler Blackcombs Kids, Ride Tribe and Private Programs to Utilize flaik GPS Technology this Winter Season
flaik GPS provides real-time tracking information for additional safety while giving Whistler Blackcombs youngest guests a chance to track their day on the mountains. This season, Whistler Blackcomb is outfitting guests of the Whistler Kids, Ride ... Thu 17 Dec 09 -
One Year Anniversary Of PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola Grand Opening Chalks Up A Year Of High Points
Discovery Channel Canada to air PEAK 2 PEAK documentary December 23. December 12, 2009 marks the one-year anniversary of the grand opening of Whistler Blackcombs world record-breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola. In just one short year the gondola has ... Mon 14 Dec 09 -
Bloggers will act as window to the world of Whistler Blackcomb
Friday, December 11, 2009 Starting today, living vicariously through the life of a real Whistler local just got easier with the launch of Whistler Blackcombs Blogs. Featuring five individuals, each blog will provide an up-to-date and personal ... Fri 11 Dec 09
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Saturday January 9, 2010- Receive A Complimentary Red Bull Energy Shot
Red Bull Energy Shots are the perfect answer for those times when you need sustained energy for hours in a sip. Pass and Card holders plus full day lift ticket holders will receive a complimentary sample of the new Red Bull Energy shot at the base ... Fri 08 Jan 10
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Weather & conditions
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Terrain Parks Report by Brian Finestone - March 9, 2010
Parks photos and a new Terrain Park Report posted by Brian Finestone posted in the Parks Section. Ski And Snowboard Cross Presented By Powerade goes off this weekend on Blackcomb. Follow our Twitter updates @whistlerparks. ... Wed 10 Mar 10 -
Latest Terrain Parks Highlight Video - January 2010
Park Riders and Skiers, check out the Terrain Parks latest video: January Highlights. Stepped Up - New features, jibs and jumps. Check out the action in the Nintendo Terrain Parks at Whistler Blackcomb. Video by: Nick Hickling. Music: F*RNR The ... Sun 31 Jan 10 -
Latest Terrain Parks Highlight Video now Online plus new Photos
Park Riders and Skiers, check out the Terrain Parks latest video: December Highlights. Jump Line highlights and jibs from both Whistler and Blackcomb Terrain Parks. Music Track: Take a Minute to Think by Western Union. Edit by: Nick Hickling. ... Sun 03 Jan 10 -
Whistler Blackcomb Terrain Parks
Hey Park riders, Finestone here with a Holiday Park update. It has been a stellar week with a perfect temperature inversion keeping the valley snow cold for after hour urban sessions while the Parks are all warm and sunny with ideal snow ... Wed 30 Dec 09 -
Whistler Blackcomb Terrain Parks
There's been lots of activity on both Whistler and Blackcomb. Check out the new picnic table culvert combo, super fun tree bonk plus a new Cougar park line on Whistler. Blackcomb has opened the Terrain Garden and added new features and jumps on ... Sat 26 Dec 09 -
Terrain Parks Highlight Video for November
Park Riders and Skiers, check out the Terrain Parks latest video: November Highlights. Featuring jibs and jumps from the Blackcomb Terrain Park and Highest Level Park. ... Mon 14 Dec 09
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