IMPORTANT Due to fire hazard, smoking is strictly forbidden on Whistler Blackcomb property.

This includes trails, lift lines, on lifts, base areas, or in and around any on-mountain buildings. If you see anything out of the ordinary please call 604.938.FIRE and/or 911.

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CONTACT INFORMATIONMountain Emergency 604.935.5555

Fire Emergency 604.938.FIRE

Guest Services 1.800.766.0449

Corporate Partners

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HIKING SAFETY9 Hiking outside the area boundary is not recommended unless you have

experience and are well equipped. Never hike alone and be prepared for hazardous terrain and weather. Whiteout conditions occur frequently making accurate navigation difficult.

9 Steep slopes, snow and ice fields are very dangerous. You may encounter various hazards such as cliffs, glaciers, crevasses, rock falls, avalanches and unstable surfaces.

9 Hiking down from both lodges on roads, mountain bike trails or other routes is not permitted. Downloading on Solar Coaster Express or the Whistler Village Gondola is mandatory.

9 Due to the sensitivity of the alpine environment, trail accessibility may be limited by snow pack and weather conditions. Please contact Guest Services for more information about which trails are open.

9 Observe all closures. Stay on marked trails to avoid damage to the fragile alpine ecosystem.

9 Treat all wildlife with caution. Do not feed or approach bears.

WHISTLER BLACKCOMB MOUNTAIN EMERGENCY NUMBER: 604.935.5555

LEGEND Green – Easiest Consistent inclines and declines over trails with stable footing. Shorter distance requiring less time to complete.

Blue – Moderate difficulty Steeper inclines and declines over trails with less stable footing. Requires more time and effort to complete.

Black – Most difficult Steep inclines and declines over narrow trails with loose footing. Requires a high time commitment and effort, hiking footwear and provisions.

S Signature trail

World-class alpine hiking.

Recommended trail travel direction Trail travel directions are recommended based on ease of travel, access to views, vantage points and adjoining trails.

Alpine wildflowers Prime viewing areas of wildflowers that bloom seasonally from late July to August. Do not pick or walk amongst flowers.

Wildlife sightings Areas frequented by wildlife common to the area. Never approach, disturb or feed a wild animal.

Scenic viewpoints Find the inukshuks to locate our most breathtaking sightseeing vistas.

WB+ hiking checkpoint Swipe your 360 Season Pass by the RFID gates at the start and stop of your hike to time yourself and earn badges. Ask staff for details.

Mountain access road Be aware of vehicle traffic.

Closed toe, stable footwear is strongly recommended for all trails. Dress appropriately, mountain weather changes quickly.

WHISTLER MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAILSEveryone 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 summit viewing area or venture out towards High Note Trail—a world-class alpine hiking trail.

1 Whistler Summit Interpretive Walk Length: 1.6km (1mi); 60 minutes (loop)

Elevation Change: 30m (98ft) 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: 0.6km (0.4mi); 10 minutes (one-way)

Elevation Change: 55m (180ft) An easy, wide pathway providing two-way access from the Roundhouse Lodge to the Peak Express. Please remain on the trail and avoid walking on the vehicle access road.

3a Spearhead Walk Length: 1.2km (0.7mi); 15 minutes (loop)

Elevation Change: 20m (66ft) For those that need to stretch their legs, this is an easy walk connecting Harmony Lake Trail 3 with premium views of Blackcomb Mountain, Garibaldi Provincial Park and the Spearhead Range.

3 Harmony Lake Trail & Loop Length: 2.5km (1.6mi) to Harmony Lake; 1-1.5 hours (return)

Elevation Change: 130m (427ft) This trail descends through alpine forests while travelling away from the Roundhouse Lodge.

4 Harmony Meadows Length: 1.1km (0.7mi); 30-60 minutes (one-way)

Elevation Change: 80m (262ft) This steep trail connects High Note Trail 5 and Harmony Lake Trail 3 with the Roundhouse Lodge. Enjoy the great views of Fitzsimmons Valley and Harmony Lake.

5 High Note Trail S

Length: 9.4km (5.8mi); 3-4 hours (loop) Elevation Change: 258m (846ft) The best experience on Whistler Mountain. Starting behind the Inukshuk at the top of the Peak Express chairlift, hikers will enjoy stunning views of Black Tusk and Cheakamus Lake as they descend through rugged terrain that mellows into a rolling course. Loop back to the Roundhouse Lodge by heading north at the trail junction away from Flute Summit and Singing Pass.

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Length: 1.2km (0.7mi); 30-60 minutes (one-way) Elevation Change: 220m (722ft) to the junction of the High Note Trail The Half Note Trail provides a shortened route from the High Note Trail 5 , which connects with Pika’s Traverse 7 back to the Roundhouse Lodge.

7 Pika’s Traverse Road Length: 2.3km (1.4mi); 1.5-2 hours (one-way)

Elevation Change: 270m (886ft) This mountain road is used to return from the Half Note Trail 6 to the Roundhouse Lodge. There are some steep sections,

please remain on the road.

8 Burnt Stew Road Length: 1.7km (1.1mi); 40 minutes (one-way)

Elevation Change: 130m (427ft) This mountain road starts at ‘The Saddle’ and is used as an alternate route between the Roundhouse Lodge and High Note Trail 5 . The lower portion turns into single track.

9 Mathews’ Traverse Road Length: 0.9km (0.6mi); 45 minutes (one-way)

Elevation Change: 80m (262ft) Enjoy panoramic views along this mountain road to the summit of Whistler Mountain. Do not enter glacier areas.

NBest Walks (1 hour or less)N Alpine Walk on BlackcombN Whistler Summit Interpretive Walk

on Whistler

Best Intermediate Hikes (2-3 hours)N Overlord Trail to Lakeside Loop on BlackcombN Overlord Trail to Decker Tarn (lake)

on Blackcomb

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N Alpine Walk to Overlord Trail to Decker Loop on BlackcombN High Note Trail to Half Note Trail on Whistler

MOUNTAIN TOP BBQ BUFFET DINNERExtend your mountain top experience with a BBQ buffet dinner. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening at the Roundhouse Lodge.

Visit whistlerblackcomb.com/mtntopbbq for complete operating dates and times

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TIMESWHISTLER VILLAGE GONDOLA HOURS

Open until 8pm most Friday – Sunday throughout the summer.

May 21 – June 17 10am – 5pm

June 18 – September 5 9:30am – 5pm

September 6 – 18 10am – 5pm

September 19 – October 10 10am – 5pm

WIZARD CHAIR/SOLAR COASTER HOURS

June 11 – September 5 10am – 5pm

PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola open daily from May 21 – September 18 and on weekends from September 19 – October 10.

Dates and times subject to change without notice. Please check whistlerblackcomb.com or speak with Lift Operations staff for current lift status.

ESSENTIAL ALPINE ROUTES

WHISTLER BLACKCOMB & BC PARKS JOIN FORCES FOR WONDERWorking in close partnership with BC Parks, Whistler Blackcomb has developed the High Note Trail on Whistler and the Overlord-Decker Trail on Blackcomb to allow guests privileged access to some of BC Parks’ most spectacular alpine scenery. This partnership provides:

N Alpine access to Garibaldi Provincial Park— 194,650 hectares in size

N Observation and education opportunities, from professional research initiatives to guest participation

N A destination for wilderness enthusiasts—from glacial lakes to volcanic peaks

SUMMER ACTIVITY REPORT: 604.932.4211

Updated every Monday and Friday morning, the Summer Activity Report will help make sure you don’t miss the summer’s must-do activities.

Real-time mountain information direct from the source: hiking trail status, forecast & temperatures, web cams, events calendar & more.

NEW: Now featuring WB+ hiking checkpoints. Time your hikes and earn badges.

Download the FREE app now.

S Whistler Blackcomb Signature TrailsLook for this symbol to access the best of Whistler Blackcomb’s trail system. Consisting of two world-class alpine routes, these trails loop into Garibaldi Provincial Park and link wildflower meadows, glacial views and rock hopping ridgelines.

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2,182m/7,087ftTOP OF THE WORLD SUMMIT

HIGH NOTE TRAIL

MATHEWS’ TRAVERSECutting through a snow wall in the glacier.

THE MOUNTAINS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

BLACKCOMB MOUNTAIN WHISTLER MOUNTAIN

PEAK EXPRESS

TOP OF THE WORLD SUMMIT

BLACKCOMB BASE & FAMILY ADVENTURE ZONE

WHISTLER VILLAGE

7TH HEAVEN EXPRESS

SOLAR COASTER EXPRESS

RENDEZVOUS LODGE ROUNDHOUSE LODGE

WIZARD EXPRESS

WHISTLER VILLAGE GONDOLA

CREEKSIDE

(Weekends only)