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Mountain Biking Tours in Whistler

May through October

Vancouver, BC is 2 hours away

Beginner to advanced

Things to know

Whistler is considered the crème de la crème for mountain biking in Canada. With nearly 200 miles of trails, the extensive network is full of fast-flowing downhills, challenging cross-country, and rocky, rooty tech lines that get your brain working. But it’s far more than just hardcore biking! If you’ve been wanting to replace the asphalt road with flowy trails and dirt roads, Whistler is an ideal place to start your MTB journey—there are plenty of smooth beginner-friendly trails for first timers and little ones. If you’re ready for the jelly legs, find out why Whistler is a world-class MTB destination and the best place on Earth for mountain bikers!

Terrain that satisfies the cravings of riders of all abilities

Hard to find a place where you can have more fun on two wheels

Perfectly manicured trails, machine-built jumps, and long riding season

Available itineraries

Take a break from your regular routine and head to Whistler’s woods for a few hours. With every type of trail you can imagine, your guide will help you customize this adventure to your expectations. Whether you’re a beginner looking to feel what it’s like off-road or you’re itching to shred, a half-day of mountain biking is sure to clear your mind. Discover the best singletracks at your own pace—let your guide tailor the trip to your liking and objectives! 

Acclaimed as a mountain biking haven, the Whistler area offers countless trails for you to explore—discover the best singletracks with a full-day tour at your own pace. Flow through smooth, beginner-friendly trails, push your endurance on cross-country trails, or test your technical skills on rocks-and-roots-heavy trails. Let your knowledgeable guides help you work on your technique, all the while introducing you to Whistler, its nature, geology, and history!

If you had any reservations about trying out mountain biking, consider this your sign. With plentiful beginner-friendly singletrack in Whistler, you’ll very quickly get the hang of it. Join your experienced guide on a half-day course and once you experience the mixture of thrill, challenge, and exploration of BC’s mountains and forests, you’ll only want more!

Devote a full day to exploring the best spots in the Sea-to-Sky Corridor in BC. With countless challenging trails to explore, test your skills on a wide variety of terrain. Your guide will help you add some new skills or tricks to your mountain biking game, and you’ll also be enjoying scenic views of mountain lakes and viewpoints along the way!

Meet your guides

Had a great experience getting a mountain bike lesson and trail ride with Whistler Eco Tours – would highly recommend! My husband and I did as a fun date and had never been mountain biking before.

Can’t fault these guys in their presentation, professionalism and knowledge. Would definitely recommend.

Took Learn to Mountain Bike Guided tour and couldn’t have asked for more. Andrew and the rest of the staff were very thoughtful. Day looked a bit rainy so they offered rain ponchos, bottled water and padded seat cushions because I was sore from riding the day before in addition to the bikes and helmets. Luckily the weather improved as we rode and Andrew gave us some tips and practice before we took the Valley trail to Alta lake and Nita lake. He pointed out some sights, giving a bit of local history and asked if we wanted more riding or commentary. He was really patient and a wonderful guide, balancing the needs between me (rusty basic skills) and my 17 year old (a good BMX rider). Wished I had taken some photos but then, again it was just nice to concentrate on the skills Andrew taught and to enjoy the sights. Thanks Andrew.

Excellent experience!! WET staff was wonderful!! They were very experienced, and knowledgeable and made a new experience a lot of fun!!

57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity. 

We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Whistler, please refer to the Tourism Whistler website.

Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

What you get on this adventure:

• An experienced MTB guide with extensive local knowledge of the area
• Half or full-day of mountain biking depending on your itinerary
• Bike rental for private mountain biking tours (feel free to bring your own bike and other equipment)
• Helmet, bike lock, trail map
• Transportation to and from the hotel for the private tours

What’s not included?

• Transportation to and from the hotel for the guided, group tours
• Accommodation
• Meals and snacks

Bike rental for full-day of advanced mountain biking tours (possible to rent through partners — assistance and discount rates available)

In order to join a mountain biking tour in Whistler, you will need to be able to pedal at least for three hours or more if you choose a full/day option. Although some tours are beginner-friendly, you need to be fit enough to pedal up some rising terrain. After booking, your guide will determine the group’s skill level and capabilities and cater the day to your specific abilities. Keep in mind, opting for the full-day option means more biking, which is strenuous even if you stay on beginner level trails.

Mountain biking tours in Whistler are beginner friendly, so no prior mountain biking experience is necessary. Nevertheless, all riders, regardless of age or height, must be capable of operating hand brakes and shifting gears. A guide will explain the different mountain bike techniques and body positions to get you feeling comfortable on the trail. You will progress at a level that is consistent with your comfort. Once you finally get the hang of trail riding, you will only want more!

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Sneakers or sport shoes
• Breathable outside layer or jacket
• Bike tights and biking shorts
• A riding jersey or t-shirt
• Windbreaker or light jacket
• Breathable socks.
• Water bottle or hydration bladder
• Daypack with snacks 
• Biking gloves — optional
• Hat or bandana
• Bike repair kit
• Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)

Wear comfortable riding or athletic clothing, preferably moisture wicking or synthetic material. Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season.

Group sizes and prices:

• For private mountain biking, the max client-to-guide ratio is 8:1. 
• For the advanced mountain biking tours, the max client-to-guide ratio is 5:1.
• Learn to Bike Course is a group tour with a maximum of 8 clients per guide.
• It takes a minimum of 2 participants for these tours to run.

Min. age requirements:

• If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. 
• Minors younger than 18 joining the tour must be in the presence of a legal guardian.
• For the advanced mountain biking tours, the minimum age requirement is 12 years old. If your group has minors over the age of 12, they need to be in the presence of a legal guardian.
• Children under 12 can join only private tours and they receive a 30% discount off the adult rates. Children under 3 can join private tours free of charge.

If your group has bikers under the age of 18 , contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

To get to Whistler, most people fly into Vancouver International Airport. From there, there’s a two-hour drive to Whistler, either with a car or a shuttle service.

For the half-day tours and the full-day private mountain biking tour, you’ll meet your guide at the guide’s office at Delta Whistler Village Suites. Make sure to arrive 15 minutes prior to departure.

For the full-day advanced mountain biking tour, your guide will meet you at your accommodation, unless otherwise organized. Transportation to and from the trail is included.

Day Trips Cancellations Fully refundable within the initial 48 hours from booking, unless the trip date is less than 7 days from the time of the booking. Cancellations up to 7 days prior to the trip date are refundable 100%. Cancellations within 7 days prior to the trip date are non-refundable.

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Whistler Mountain Bike Tours

• Team Whistler
• December, 2020

Find the ultimate mountain biking in Whistler. 

Let experienced bike guides take you on a truly awe-inspiring freeride adventure and experience Whistler’s majestic mountain trails. Enjoy a wide selection of biking tours while you are here in Whistler.

Full Day Mountain Bike Tour

Looking for the ultimate Big Mountain ride?  You’ll find it here.  A full day advanced ride takes you on an epic journey throughout the Whistler valley. You’ll visit signature trails and ride places that are hard to find without the local knowledge.

• Duration: 6 hours (approx.)
• 48 hr(s) advance notice required

Half Day Mountain Bike Tour

A great introductory tour of the best trails in Whistler. Explore the maze of single track trails in one of the many locations throughout the Whistler valley.

• Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
• Morning or Afternoon

Warner Lake Chilcotin by Float Plane Bike Tour

The ‘Ultimate Singletrack Adventure’ Imagine waking up and being whisked away by floatplane to experience some of the best backcountry alpine singletrack in BC…One unforgettable day from Whistler

Meet our floatplane in Whistler to fly you and your bike directly to glacier fed Warner Lake in the South Chilcotin Mountains. Start your ride at just under 1,800 meters, from there you’ll descend over 1,500m of rolling trail. Ride through alpine meadows, pine forests and experience endless singletrack that will blow your mind!

• Starting at: $1,255.00
• Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
• 72 hr(s) advance notice required

Find information about Whistler biking tours and guided trips. Explore uncharted trails and terrain. Bike by float plane onto some of the best terrain in the world.

Mountain biking at Whistler is truly amazing. Whistler has the best mountain biking terrain on the planet thanks to the immense construction and maintenance efforts of local trail builders plus the Whistler Bike Park for downhill biking.

From the North Shore all the way to Whistler through Squamish, Sea to Sky country has thousands of miles of awesome mountain bike trails.

The Whistler Bike Park is a total blast. Take the lift up and use gravity to fuel the ride of your life. Beginner bike trails all the way to double black diamond professional runs are available. Hundreds of miles of downhill mountain biking just waiting for you!

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Guided Rides

• Rental Bikes

Our guided rides can start right from your accommodation or at anyone of our bike shop partners in Whistler Village or Creekside. Our guides have intimate knowledge of the local trail network and can select routes that match your abilities, all you need to do is select the level of adventure you’d prefer.

Singletrack Experience

Pick a time in the morning or the afternoon to go for a 2-3 hr ride through some of the best trails on the planet. Like it a little easier, no problem, we cater the rides to the guests abilities and also keep the groups small.

If you would to do a full day tour which is between 5-6 hrs we break for a delicious lunch (included) and then cruise through another zone bristling with trails for the afternoon.

½ day $149 per person

Full day $279 per person $450 private tour

Please add $100 if you need a demo bike.

Classic Enduro

Charge down some of the world’s best enduro trail terrain as our guide weaves a full or ½ day together for you. Trails and terrain used in EWS and some gems that are off the radar are our specialty. We prefer to run these as private trips with an individual or a small riding crew who all know each other.

½ day $179 per person $299 private tour

This has to be one of the best ways to start your day. Your guide meets you for coffee at 7 am or another time later if you wish and takes you on a great ride and you are done and dusted by 10 am. Great for people coming from different time zones or with families.

½ day early bird with coffee pre and post ride.

$179 per person $299 private tour

Whistler Bike Park & Beyond Tour

Adam Staton

Fri, 09/17/2021 - 12:18.

Just home from the Tweed Valley Enduro Long Weekend with MTB Beds. Wow what a weekend. Epic riding, superb guides, great accommodation and some more epic riding. A superb intro to the Tweed Valley and the riding on offer at Glentress, The Golfie and Innerleithen. Rich and The MTB Beds team are superb - helpful, knowledgeable and responsive and Murray and the Team at Glentress Hotel were brilliant. Thoroughly recommended.

Nick Akroyd

Sun, 10/18/2020 - 22:39.

Fantastic week of riding in Finale Ligure. Top class guiding, excellent hosting, nothing was too much trouble for the MTB Beds team. Will definitely use again.

Our Whistler Bike Park & Beyond Tour visits iconic bike park trails and remote, backcountry terrain. We combine party laps, incredible rock slabs and loamy descents to create the perfect Whistler riding cocktail that packs a serious punch. This tour lets you experience Whistler from the perspective of a local with our professional guides, drivers and MTB-specific accommodations. 

Arriving in Vancouver and the truly stunning Sea to Sky corridor , we will collect you from the airport or downtown and head straight to Whistler Village where your local guide will meet you. During the tour, you will ride the Bike Park and its surroundings, Squamish and Pemberton, with truly bucket-list trails. Your transport is included and our local guides will do the rest, so sit back and relax until it's time to ride. 

What's included

• 4* Central Whistler MTB Specific Hotel Accommodation
• 2 Group Dinners - Welcome + Celebration Dinner. Guides will join you.
• Airport transfers to and from Vancouver Airport / Downtown
• Transportation to Squamish and Pemberton
• 2 Professional guides for 6 days
• 3 Days Guided in Whistler Bike Park with lift line priority
• 1 Day Guided Whistler Enduro 
• 1 Day Guided in Squamish
• 1 Day Guided in Pemberton
• All trail permits, taxes and community dig donation 

Not Included

• All food and drink bar Welcome and Celebration meals
• Whistler Bike Park Passes 
• Bike Rentals - We have many options if needed

Our Whistler Bike Park and Beyond tour aims to make your life as easy as possible with all logistical elements in place for the duration of the trip, taking you to the best trails in comfort with expert guides and ensuring that every second you have on the trails is maximised. You won't be getting lost, trying to guess which bike park trail is running the best or wandering around trying to find a bike shop for repairs. We will take care of this for you and guide you every step of the way. This is where we add such value to a once-in-a-lifetime tour like this. 

We have made every effort to ensure you have the best guides with local knowledge , the best MTB-specific accommodation and reliable and efficient transport throughout the tour! Yes, you could do Whistler on a budget but trust us, it will not be the same experience as this incredible Tour! 

The Program & Sample Itinerary

Based on the following itinerary with a one-night stay on arrival in Vancouver and a potential stay in Vancouver the night before you fly home we see the tour working like this

Day 0  - Arrive in Vancouver, 1 or 2 days before the trip starts, this allows for any jetlag or lost luggage to be found.  Day 1  - Pick up from Vancouver, travel to Whistler, check-in, bike set up, collect lift passes - Afternoon ride WHISTLER BIKE PARK - Guided (Our local guide will meet you on arrival and help with passes, bike build, hotel etc) Welcome evening meal.  Day 2  - Whistler Bike Park - Full Day Guided Day 3  - Squamish Enduro - Full Day Guided with transportation Day 4  - Pemberton Enduro - Full Day Guided with transport Day 5  - Down Day - Self ride - NO GUIDES Day 6  - Whistler Enduro - Full-Day Guided  Day 7  - Whistler Bike Park - Final day, Full Day Guided. Pulls together the full week of riding for Whistler's best. Finale meal and goodbye!  Day 8  - Pack up and head to Vancouver. Clients decide if they stay an extra night or fly. 

Day 1 - Arrive in Vancouver, see the city, stay 1 / 2 nights

Arrive at your leisure and enjoy a day or two in the harbour city of Vancouver. The city has a tonne of highlights and it's just a matter of what speaks to you and where you are staying that evening. Some options include checking out the lively Granville Island Market, cruising around Stanley Park and English Bay on a bike. Going for a hike up Grouse Mountain overlooking the whole city, exploring Gastown, which is Vancouver's oldest district or heading out to the UBC Museum of Anthropology to learn more about the First Nations culture and art.

Recommended hotels in Downtown Whistler near your pick up point are

• Budget option - The Cambie Hostel Seymour
• Mid Range - Blue Horizon Hotel
• High End - Grand Park Hotel & Suites Downtown Vancouver

2 - Travel to Whistler, bike set up, get lift passes, check in - Afternoon WHISTLER BIKE PARK. - Guided 1/2 Day

Pickup address  - Burrard Bus Station.  Hyatt/Burrard sky train station. Melville St. door entrance to the Hyatt. This block of Melville St. is about 100m long and there could be other buses at this stop when we pull up, please watch for The Epic Rides buses, pictured below, pulling up behind other coaches along Melville St, beside the Hyatt.

• https://maps.app.goo.gl/tfA9adtD4JbQuxrQA

Leaving the city, the short journey to Whistler leads along the Coast up the Sea to Sky Highway and then further into the mountains. This is a beautiful drive with close-up views of islands, waterfalls, rushing rivers and glaciated peaks. Once arriving in Whistler you will meet up with your guides for an introduction and then take some time to build up your bikes and get geared up for your ride. The guides will meet you at your accommodation for this and then cruise over to the Bike Park for your first laps to warm up. Today's ride is a half-day ride and sets the stage for a full week of riding ahead. This evening we will all head out for dinner and a few drinks and discuss the week ahead. 

Riding: Lift Assisted Bike Park. 1/2 Day. No climbing. Overnight: Whistler - Dinner included. 

3 - Whistler Bike Park - Full Day Guided

After enjoying a great breakfast to kick off the day you will roll over to the base of BIke Park and head up with your guides for a full day of Bike Park action. Today's ride will be a mix of technical and flow trails and will be a progression of difficulty. Your guides are also certified coaches and are there to support you with some tips and help develop your riding even further. Mid day you will stop in the village for lunch and a rest before heading back out for an afternoon or more park laps. Enjoy the evening on your own to explore Whistler Village.

Riding: Lift Assisted Bike Park. No climbing. Overnight: Whistler

4 - Squamish Singletrack - Full Day Guided with transport

Today we are loading up in the van and heading south down to Squamish with our bikes. Your guides will link up some of the best trails that flow through lush coastal rainforests and connect some fun and technical rock slabs. The climbing trails in Squamish are really well designed and bring us further up the mountain for some great descents. After lunch, we will climb back up and explore a new area as there are a tonne of trails in the Squamish region. The trails in Squamish are different from Whistler and are sure to impress. We will spend the full day down in Squamish before making our way back up to Whistler. 

Riding: Pedal access trails.  Overnight: Whistler

5 - Pemberton Enduro - Full Day Guided with transport

This morning we will be heading further north up to the small community of Pemberton. The Pemberton Valley is a farming town that is surrounded by towering peaks and incredible trails, which the passionate local riding community has crafted. Today's ride will climb up a well-built climbing trail with some great views as we head further up the mountain. The singletrack rewards from the top are well worth the big efforts to get up and as you descend back down into the valley you will be treated to amazing views of the dramatic Mount Currie directly across from us. The trails in Pemberton are dryer as it's a different climate than Squamish and Whistler so the variation is great to have. Make no mistake though the Pemberton trails are technical and require a keen focus on the trails. 

6 - Down Day - Self ride - NO GUIDES

Today is open for you to experience as you wish. You may decide to take a full day off the bike to check out other things in Whistler or utilize the lifts in the Bike Park for some more laps after some days previously. Your guides will not be with you today as this is truly a choose your own adventure sort of day. 

Riding: OPEN.  Overnight: Whistler

7 - Whistler Enduro - Full-Day Guided 

After a bit of a rest day it's time to get back out there with your guide for a full day of riding. Today we will be riding the Whistler trails outside of the Bike Park and these are some of the local's favorites. Our rides today will likely take us across to the Westside of Whistler on the shoulders of Sproatt Mountain and may include a pedal up into the Blackcomb trails as well. During the day we will stop into a local cafe to pick up lunch and either eat there or trailside depending on the route that we take. With well over 100 trails to choose from this day, your guides will be choosing the trails that are running the best and match up to the interest and ability of the group. Soak up some great views from the trails as our rides escape the village area and Bike Park and really showcase the beauty of the Whistler Valley. 

8 - Whistler Bike Park - Finale. Full Day Guided.

Today's ride pulls together the full week of incredible riding. Your guides will lead you further up the mountain as well as dropping into the Creekside zone of trails. We may also head up into the alpine network depending on the conditions and what is open at the time. These trails include Top of the World and some other classics. No matter what trails we connect in you can be assured that the guides will have an incredible link up of your favorites as well as some trails you haven't seen yet. Soak up a full day of riding with the crew and then tonight head out in the village for a great night out. Your guides will be saying thanks for an incredible week as we wrap up with a big meal and some drink! 

Riding: Lift Assisted Bike Park. No climbing. Overnight: Whistler - Dinner included

9 - Pack up and head to Vancouver . Clients decide if they stay an extra night or fly. We say goodbye. 

Overnight: On own  

Booking Deposit

To secure your place on our Whistler Bike Park and Beyond Tour a 30% per person , booking deposit is required. The full balance is due 8 weeks before you arrive in Whistler. 

All clients will also benefit from our Lifetime booking deposit scheme, see more info here - https://www.atlasrideco.com/extras/lifetime-holiday-deposit

And our 7-day booking cooling-off period! 

Room Arrangements

The rooms are Twin Queen rooms, comprising two double beds, and all are ensuite rooms . The tour price is based on two people sharing a room. If you would like a single occupancy room we can source a single supplement price. Expect to pay an additional £75 per night. 

Visas - You must get an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter or transit Canada by air, unless you're exempt. Read the list of exemptions on the ETA website. If you enter Canada by land or sea, you don't need an ETA. However, you must travel with acceptable travel documents and identification.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta.html

What is an ETA Canada? - The ETA (electronic travel authorization) Is an entry requirement to be able to travel to Canada by air. Once your ETA is approved, it will be linked to your passport.

How long is my ETA Canada valid? - Once approved, your ETA is valid for five years or until your passport expires – whichever comes first. You can come to Canada as many times as you wish as long as your ETA remains valid.

Breakfast - We have decided not to include breakfast within the tour price, this is for several reasons, some of them being the following. The best MTB-specific accommodation that we use does not offer Breakfast. Accommodations that do include breakfast charge a lot of money for a buffet-style breakfast and unless you are going to eat like a horse it does not represent good value and will push the overall tour price up. There are several very very good coffee and breakfast cafes within 5 minute's walk of the accommodation and we will book these in advance for you. it is then your choice to spend as you wish. 

Lunch - This is taken on the trails, in cafes and from supermarkets, again everyone's preferences are different so we are not including the lunches. 

Evening meals - We are including your Welcome and Goodbye meals in Whistler. This will celebrate your arrival and we can all talk through the week and the itinerary, break the ice and drink some beers or vino! The final meal will celebrate what we hope was an amazing week! 

Ability Assessor

You will be required to have the following ability and fitness for the Whistler Tour

Skills and Technical  = 3 - Dedicated

You’ve developed skills on the bike that give you confidence in most situations. Drops over 4 foot, technical rock or root sections over 5 metres in length and rooty, steep sections of trail may need a look before riding, but you’re happy to hit them. Jumping and being in the air is comfortable. You have good knowledge of your body position on the bike and are comfortable shifting your weight about to get the bike moving should you find yourself in a tricky situation.

Fitness = 3 - Dedicated

You’d be able to ride most of the day, pedalling up a local trail centre to get to the descents if there’s no space on the uplift. You’ll finish the day tired but you could do it all again tomorrow. Your palms have the start of tell-tale callouses of someone who loves to ride whenever they can.

For international flights , we recommend you arrive the day before the tour starts and spend 1 night in Vancouver, see the city and enjoy the sites. We will collect you from downtown Vancouver at 9 am on the first day of the tour then make our way to Whistler. 

You will finish the riding element of the tour and stay one more night in Whistler before heading back to Vancouver. Please do not book a flight before 2pm.

Please do not book your flights until we have confirmed your tour is going ahead. We require a minimum number for specific tours. 

Why are Bike Park Passes NOT included

The truth of the answer is that we simply can not buy the passes on your behalf from Vail Resorts. We have explored every possibility to try and do this to take any additional hassle away from your Whistler Tour as that is what we do, but on this occasion, it is not possible. 

However, several things mean even with passes included you would still have to visit the Bike Pass office. The rider must sign the Whistler Bike Park Waiver. 

Also when purchasing the tickets yourself with our guides you benefit from using the priority lines in the lifts! 

Can I change the arrival and departure dates?

You can arrive before and after the trip start dates of course but our transfer will run on fixed days from Vancouver Downtown to Whistler. We also offer custom tour dates for groups. Please contact our team to discuss this in more detail. 

Can I travel to a different airport?

Transfers are arranged from Vancouver Airport. You would have to find your own way to Whistler if you were to book an alternative airport. 

What are the options at dinner?

There is a vast amount of restaurants in Whistler to choose from.

What do you do for lunch?

Lunch will be taken at cafes, supermarkets, on the trail and at local restaurants depending on the location. 

How many trails will we ride each day?

Depending on the length of the trails and how long it takes to get to them between 5 and 10.

How hard are the trails we will be riding?

They all present their challenges but they are all amazingly fun. You should be able to ride red runs with absolute confidence and be able to negotiate most black runs in the UK. 

What is the ability of other people on the trip? Will I be with slower or faster riders?

This varies. We try our best to advise clients on booking to follow our ability assessor. If you are concerned about being too slow or fast for a group please talk to us. We strongly advise you to be realistic in your ability, for your safety and confidence.

Is there any pushing or pedalling?

Yes, you can expect 650 - 900 m on the Whistler Enduro, Pemberton and Squamish days! The bike park days are all about LAPS and CHAIRLIFTS!

Recommended bike?

We would recommend an aggressive enduro bike for Whistler. It should be well-maintained and modern so that parts can be sourced if they break. We suggest a minimum of 170mm travel and DH casing tyres are highly recommended.

Which helmet should I bring?

You should bring a full-face helmet and an Enduro helmet if you do not like climbing in a full-face. Trail backpack and all the protective equipment you would feel comfortable wearing. On the pedal days, it is good to have some snacks and water and spares. 

Can I hire a bike?

Yes, there is an option to rent directly from us. Yeti SB160, SB165, Transition Spire or Patrol. The price is $150 per day if you hire for 5+ days, this price also includes a helmet (Trail helmet or DH). 

Additional items: Accidental Damage Protection (as listed on the website) -covers the rider for the costs of damage to the bike in the event of a crash. This optional coverage is recommended and is $30/day.

What is the average cost of an evening out?

Casual Dining: Meals: In casual restaurants or pubs, the cost of a meal can range from approximately $15 to $30 CAD per person. Drinks: A beer or a glass of wine may cost around $6 to $10 CAD, while cocktails could be in the range of $8 to $15 CAD.

Mid-Range Dining: Meals: In mid-range restaurants, you can expect to pay between $30 and $50 CAD for a three-course meal per person. Drinks: Similar to casual dining, with slightly higher prices for premium drinks.

Will I need insurance?

Absolutely, healthcare and mountain rescue is private in Canada. You'll also want insurance against other circumstances such as bike theft, damage or cancellation for personal reasons. We recommend Yellow Jersey. Booking with us gets you a discount code for a 15% off.

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Booking and Availability

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PRIVATE GROUPS - Please contact us for a custom tour on a specific date and one of our team will get back to you ASAP

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Booked a 2hour lesson to help my wife feel more confident with descending, cornering and overall positioning as well as correct my form. Could not have asked for better service. Very professional and super helpful, friendly a very knowledgeable instructors. Highly recommend their service

My daughter and I had a very lovely session with Nuno. He patiently took us through the basics of mountain biking as this was our first time doing this. He made sure that we were safe during the entire trail, and would warn us of any upcoming difficult sections. I would highly recommend him!

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My sons aged 9 and 12 had a fantastic experience with Nuno and his coaches at Singletrack Whistler. I found the communication to be excellent, the coaches to be awesome and really positive, and was overall very impressed. We will definitely be back! Thanks for a great summer camp!

Whistler Singletrack’s mountain bike lessons and  tours are fully customizable and tailored to your ability, needs and preferences. 

• Handy meeting locations.  Private lessons and tours have the option to customize the meeting location. Group lessons usually meet at Whistler’s Skatepark.
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Whistler Bike Guides and Tours

Whistler Sports Rentals is now proud to offer bike tours! For several years we have had certified bike guides among our staff and have offered guided tours on an ad-hoc basis. Due to the previous success of the tours and our bike guides enthusiasm, since 2019 have been offering tours on a permanent basis.

Every bike guide is PMBI certified and carries a Wilderness First Aid Certificate. Whether you are looking to explore the scenic Valley Trail, or experience Whistler’s mountain bike trails, our guides will keep you safe and help you get the most out of your day biking.

Our Whistler Bike Tours depart from our bike rental store Gateway Bikes on a daily basis. To guarantee availability bookings must be made in advance, however feel free to call or pop in to the store if you want a last-minute tour.

To book a Whistler Bike Guide you can email [email protected]

We currently offer 2 tours:

Whistler Valley Tour (scenic ride)

• $360 per group*
• Max 6 people per group

Whistler Mountain Bike Guided Tour (beginner, intermediate or advanced)

• Depart 9.00am
• $420 per group*

*Price does not include bike rentals. Rates are in CAD. Applicable taxes to be applied.

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SEA TO SKY, BC: Squamish, Whistler and Pemberton

Physical exertion: int-adv   /   technical ability: advanced, what to expect for our sea to sky trip: technical trails with crazy lines, slabs, rocks, roots and lots of flow.  bring your a-game, this trip can challenge even the best riders., book now: june 1-6, 2024, or june 8-13, 2024.

This trip will challenge even the best riders with some of the most incredible purpose-built trails you’ve ever laid eyes on.  In addition to the slabs and steeps of Squamish, we’re now adding the steep raw trails of Whistler and the big-mountain rugged descents in Pemberton too.  Over the course of 5 days of riding, you’ll be challenged with lines you could only dream of, but trust us- you’ll absolutely love it.

For this trip we’ll be based in whistler ; the plan over five days of riding will be to spend two in whistler, two in squamish, and one in pemberton… to us, the perfect combination of each location, and it’ll allow us to show you the best of the best without hurrying through the trail systems.  the diversity of trails in the sea to sky corridor is something we’ve been admiring for years, and once we sampled the goods in squamish back in 2022, we knew we had to bring you back for more.  with this trip, we’ve made that leap.  we’re partnering with our friends at arbutus routes for the guiding element of this trip, to make sure we have the local knowledge of how to combine the best of the best, this trip is for advanced to expert riders only.  the trails we ride are gnarly, steep, technical and fast.  expect large slabs, consistently steep terrain, big exposure, man-made features, and just about anything else you can dream of.  this trip is all about the descents, although we will have to climb to earn our turns.  we’ll start one squamish day with a shuttle, but otherwise expect to climb 2-3,000′ over the course of each day’s ride., airport options:  vancouver, bc (1 hour)  –  seattle (4 hours).

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Expected 2024 itinerary, day one:  arrival day  expect to arrive in whistler by 5:30pm for a brief introduction, bike setup/build, and a welcome dinner and drinks at our lodging for the week.  we’ll give you a breakdown of our trip itinerary, let you know what’s coming, and have everyone ready to go for the first day of riding tomorrow, day two :  time to get a taste of the whistler trails … and we don’t mean their world-famous bike park  expect a morning warmup on some of the more mellow blues before heading over to the “slab practice area”, where we’ll dial in our skills before a quick lunch stop back at the townhomes.  the afternoon will likely be spent on the west side of the valley on trails like chipmunk rebellion, working class, ac/dc and butterflies & flowers.  it’ll get real… real fast., day three: squamish (diamond head). this morning we’ll head about 35 minutes south of whistler to squamish, where we’ll get a taste of steeps, tech, and world-class flow.  the morning will likely be spent on a pedal lap up to some of the flow trails like half nelson and full nelson before getting into some tech and steeps.  after a quick break for lunch, we’ll hop on the shred shuttle for a 2000′ bump to the top of the trail system, and we’ll crush trails in the afternoon like 19th hole, ditch pig and pseudo tsuga.  it’s the perfect combination of everything you want in a day of riding..

Day Four: Pemberton (Mackenzie Trails). Today we’ll drive half an hour north to the sleepy town of Pemberton, BC… but make sure you’re ready for raw, rugged steeps!  The trails in “Pemby” are know for being more natural and “big mountain” style, with typically longer descents and steep, loose terrain.  Expect an easier black trail like Indy or Bob Gnarly for a warmup, but then we’ll get into it with legit descents like Rusty Trombone, Creampuff, Overnight Sensation, and Meat Grinder. After lunch, we’ll get the group back up for a “rider’s choice” of tech or steep flow, because Pemberton has it all!

Day five: squamish (alice lake).  heading back down to squamish today, we’ll be sampling the tech, steeps and slabs of the alice lake zone.  starting off with an awesome warmup lap on a trail like rupert or pampelmousse before getting into the legit goods like in n out, entrails, and boney elbows.  if the group can handle it, alice lake can serve it up.  these trails will push you, but it’s so awesome to see our riders step up to the challenge, day six: whistler/blackcomb laps.   this morning caps our last day of riding for the trip, and we’ll spend it in whistler ; expect to ride until around 1pm today, which should give you plenty of time to hit the road for an afternoon or evening flight out of vancouver.  you’ll find some of the best steep tech on the blackcomb side of the mountain, and we’ll aim to hit one or two of the trails this morning as part of our ride.  it’s a stiff climb for about an hour, but trust us… it’s totally worth it.  dark crystal, hey bud and crazy train are all an incredible combination of steep, raw, rugged, slabs, and just about everything else you can dream of..

Whistler MTB Guide – Everything you need to know for a perfect trip to MTB mecca

A trip to the iconic Whistler bike park is on the bucket list for most mountain bikers. After a few years living in the mountain bike mecca, and countless trips back since, our Whistler MTB Guide will give you practical tips, as well as insider knowledge that will help you plan and make the most of your trip.

That one trip that we all dream of: Whistler, the mecca of mountain biking, home to the eponymously named Whistler Mountain Bike Park; full of legendary trails, countless pros, and big airtime; making your palms sweaty, and causing sleepless nights. But flying to Canada to have a great time on your bike isn’t something you can do every day. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and it can become an expensive headache faster than you’d like. Therefore, it’s a unique trip that you’ll need to plan well for it to remain an enjoyable, once-in-a-lifetime experience. As ENDURO, we were lucky enough to visit the mecca of mountain biking in the summer of 2023, gathering invaluable experience and some memorable stories – like our big group test of North American bikes and spontaneous Whistler escape . Our editor Peter even lived there for two years, and likes to make the trip back over whenever he has the opportunity. Of course, we’ve experienced it all along the way – both good and bad – gaining some insider knowledge and valuable tips, like how to avoid losing your luggage, or wrecking yourself and your bike, which we want to share with you in our Whistler MTB Guide, so that you can make the most of your trip.

Things to consider before travelling to Whistler

The bike park in Whistler opens its trails and gondolas for you from May to October, giving you a large window within which to plan your trip. However, you should note that the bike park consists of several zones, and they have different opening hours, because they occasionally have to wait until all the snow has melted in the higher zones. So the park opens step by step in the spring, and it can also close step by step with certain parts getting snow a little earlier in the autumn. You’ve just got to check the bike park’s website and social channels regularly, which are very informative and up to date – they can’t predict everything.

So, when is the best time to visit Whistler? That depends a bit on how much time you want to spend there, and what you’re planning. We recommend going for at least 2 to 3 weeks, or even longer, so you can get close to exploring the whole area and really make the trip worth it. We usually go for 3–4 weeks, which is a good duration for us. The bike park plays host to many events in the summer – July and August, in particular – which are exciting to see, but also make it very busy on the roads, the trails, and especially at the lift queue. The huge Crankworx festival takes place there every year, for example, offering countless races and competitions to watch, and allowing you to get up close to the pros hanging out in the park. You’ve also got the Summer Gravity Camps during this time, with hordes of young shredders attending courses and crowding the trails. It can get quite dry in the summer too, making the trails very rough, because the large trail-building crew can do little to repair the tracks when the soil is bone dry. Therefore, our favourite time to go is early autumn. September in particular is considered the best time in the park. While all the zones are still open and a little more precipitation is to be expected, this is when the trails are in their prime, because the soil in Whistler only gets really good with a little moisture. In fact, it actually remains perfectly rideable even in the pouring rain ;).

If you decide to go for several weeks, getting a season pass is also worthwhile in most cases. That way you won’t feel too bad about calling it quits on a bad day even if you’ve done just one lap, preventing unnecessary injuries which might spoil the rest of your trip. Make this decision as early as possible, because the season passes are a lot more affordable if you purchase them in advance, and you won’t have any stress collecting your pass when you get there. You should budget about € 600 for a season pass, although the prices vary from year to year. In the past, they’ve also offered a discounted late season pass, which is only valid from the 1st of September. With a season pass, you get additional discounts on things like bike hire and post-ride recovery beer, so check the website for that too. You can find all other ticket related information there.

Once you’ve decided when to go, you will need a place to stay in Whistler. First of all, if you’re thinking of renting a van to live in: it’s entirely possible, but definitely comes with quite a few challenges. The available camping sites are out of town, so you must drive to the park and the village, and they’re also very expensive. Camping isn’t allowed in any of the countless parking lots in the city, resulting in a constant game of cat-and-mouse with the local police if this is your strategy. On the other hand, Whistler offers a huge selection of accommodation options, from a hotel room to an apartment, or even shared living spaces. It is important to check whether they have safe parking options for bikes, or to make sure you’ve got enough space in your apartment if you’re going to park your bike there, which is usually the most common solution. If your budget is tight, you can also browse through countless Facebook groups and possibly find a room in one of the countless shared apartments in Whistler. That way you’ll get to know the locals too ;). We’ve settled on the Aspen complex as our favourite place to stay. It’s close to the lift, has enough space to park your bikes in a secure garage, it’s got a pool and whirlpool, and it’s in a quiet location away from the party scene – things can get quite wild and if your apartment is located directly in the village, in which case we recommend packing earplugs.

Another item on the checklist is finding the right flights. We recommend forking out for a direct flight, because that increases the likelihood of all your things arriving when you do, though it’s still never guaranteed. In addition, you avoid your bike box getting left on the runway, in the rain, while they’re reloading, and it arriving in pieces, for example. Yes, we’re speaking from experience… It’s also worth buying an AirTag or something like that, which allows you to constantly check the location of your bike and suitcase, so you know which airport your luggage is at if it gets lost and you can recover it more quickly. Before booking your flight, also check the prices and conditions for travelling with your bike, and how to go about it, because different airlines have very different policies around this, ranging from some letting you take it along for free to others charging several hundred Euros for the privilege. Also try to book and pay for the added luggage in advance. Doing so will save you stress at the airport and make sure that you really pay the price you’re given, and that there is room for your bike on the plane.

There are countless shuttle bus providers that will take you and your bike comfortably to Whistler from Vancouver Airport. The buses will pick you and your luggage up at the terminal for around € 40, so you can relax and enjoy the views on the Sea-To-Sky highway, or just take a nap. Check in advance whether the bus schedule matches your flight, and leave a big enough buffer for passport control. The drive takes about 2.5 hours. You will have to pick one of the drop-off points in Whistler when registering. Remember to check the distance to your accommodation and think about how you’re going to get all your stuff there. Some providers will drop you right at the desired location for an extra charge, which usually works out cheaper than calling a taxi that’s big enough to accommodate your luggage.

Finally, you should clarify the status of your medical insurance before departure and be aware that in Canada, they want your credit card before they’ll treat you in the hospital. Unless, of course, you come in with your head under your arm – God forbid. So, have an emergency plan in place to cover any unexpected costs, otherwise you might find yourself in the waiting room with a broken arm and no one will take care of you. By the way, a quick consultation with an X-ray can easily cost 2,000 CAD. Ask your insurance company about how they deal with instances like these – some of them will provide immediate cover for initial costs.

How to prepare your bike

First, you must ask yourself which is the best bike for a trip to Whistler – if you have several bikes to choose from – or if your current bike will even cut it. Of course, a downhill or park bike works brilliantly in Whistler, but you will limit yourself to the bike park and there is so much more to discover in the surrounding area. That’s why we would recommend an enduro bike that you can easily shred in the bike park with a few upgrades, but that also cuts a fine figure on the rough trails outside the park.

Besides reading our Whistler MTB Guide, of course, you should do a thorough pre-trip bike inspection. Apply lube and grease where necessary, check for wear and tear, and ask yourself how long it’s been since the fork and shock were last serviced. Note: do this well in advance, at least a few weeks before departure, so that you’ve got enough time to address any issues or get a replacement if necessary. It’s also worth fitting very sturdy tires – preferably with a downhill casing – because the rocks in bike park and surrounding trails are unforgiving – your wheels and riding buddies will thank you. Large brake rotors are another plus on the long, steep descents in Whistler, preventing premature arm pump so you can ride for longer.

Spare parts are readily available in Whistler – as long as they’re not custom made for your frame – and you shouldn’t have any problems finding them in the countless bike shops in the area. That said, the shops aren’t afraid to charge a premium, particularly for brake pads and tires. That’s why it’s worth starting the trip with a completely new set of tires, even if your old ones still have plenty of mileage left on them – you can swap them out after your holiday. We would also recommend packing at least one spare tire, as well as other spares, like brake pads, derailleur hangers, and shift cables. Also consider the increased wear on the brake pads – depending on your riding style, weight, and the number of laps you ride, you’ll potentially need new pads every few days. Do a cross check with your buddies to make sure that you’ve got everything, without packing more than you could reasonably need. The same applies to tools and lube.

There are two options for transporting bikes by plane: a bike bag, or a bike box. The classic bike bag is the most comfortable solution, as you can easily secure the bike in the bag, with all the straps and padding provided, and most bags have wheels that make them easy to cart around. However, a purpose-made bag like that weighs a lot more than a cardboard box, and it doesn’t have as much capacity for additional items like spares. Of course, this makes taking enough spares and tools for a trip like this a lot more difficult. Bike bags are expensive too, and if you don’t fly with your bike regularly, they’re usually not worth buying. You can ask around to see if any of your friends have a bag that you could borrow, or you could even rent one. Nevertheless, we usually fly with a bike box, because it’s cheaper, lighter, and has more carrying capacity. You can use trolleys at the airports, and, with a little bit of planning, you won’t have to lug the box around under your arms. Pro tip from our Whistler MTB Guide: use boxes from D2C bike brands like Canyon or YT, because they’re much sturdier and larger, and can easily be purchased on eBay or similar platforms – if you can’t find them there, they’re available from the bike brands themselves. If you want, you can buy a cover for the box, which has handles to make it easier to carry; some even have wheels.

If you’re going to use a box, you should swaddle your bike in plenty of padding and remove any components that might damage your bike or get damaged, like the brakes, rotors, and derailleur. Make sure that there are no loose objects inside the box; pack everything in small bags or boxes and secure them with tape, because something might poke a hole in the box and if anything falls out… you’re not going to see it again. Find out what your airline permits, but from experience we can tell you that things like bike shoes, protectors, and helmets shouldn’t be a problem if you stow them securely and discreetly inside the box. Remember to carry a roll of adhesive tape in your hand luggage to reseal the box should you be instructed to open it at a security checkpoint, and don’t forget to place your AirTag or other tracking device in the box.

Top things to do upon arrival

The main part of Whistler, as well as the bike park’s primary chairlift, is located in Whistler Village – basically the heart of Whistler. Everything here is very close together and easy to reach on foot, especially since it’s a pedestrian zone for the most part – this also means you’ll have to push your bike, by the way. However, most locals live in the small suburbs of Whistler, as the city centre consists primarily of hotels and shops.

An important thing to note, especially as a European, is the fact that alcohol consumption in public is prohibited in Canada, so you won’t be strolling through the city with a beer in your hand. You can expect to pay a hefty fine if you do – you’ll have to be a real smooth talker to get away with a verbal warning. In addition, the entire city centre, including the bike park, is a smoke-free zone. If you purchased your lift pass online, you can collect it in the service area, and if you forget or misplace it, they will simply issue you with a new one. However, don’t think about sharing passes with each other, as this will result in a complete suspension of your account, and you will be barred from buying new ones. The controls of photos and other metrics are very strict and effective. Besides, it’s just not the right thing to do.

We usually carry a small cable lock like the Hiplok Z LOK, because it’s small enough to fit into most pockets and lets you shop for lunch or enjoy your post-ride beer with a little more peace of mind, though you should always keep an eye on your bike, nonetheless, because a place like Whistler is a very appealing destination for bike thieves. Another practical tip is to remove one of the thru axles from the bike, thereby increasing the chances of catching would-be thieves before they get away.

Things you should know about the bike park

The bike park in Whistler is divided into four zones – which, as already mentioned, also have different opening hours. Fitzsimmons, Garbanzo, and Creekside Zone make up the majority of the bike park, where you’ll spend most of your time. There’s an extra chairlift that takes you to Peak Zone, and the Top of the World (TOTW) trail. You can ride this lift once with a season pass. After that, you’ll need an additional ticket, which you must purchase in the village.

The bike park, the best trails and insider knowledge about Whistler

Fitzsimmons Zone (Fitz Zone for short) is the main area of the bike park, and offers the most trails. It’s got something for everyone, from beginners to pros, and from massive jumps to big rock rolls. Garbanzo Zone above it primarily consists of technical single track; it’s a bit more exposed and rocky, and there’s a large drop in elevation before you arrive back in Fitzsimmons or Creekside Zone. The latter zone is located slightly off to the side of the mountain and consists largely of flowy trails for beginners. As the name suggests, this zone ends in a district called Creekside. If you don’t want to take the gondola back up, you can take the slightly hilly 15 min ride back to the village along the highway. Generally, all three zones offer a wild mix of trails and you’ll discover excellent routes everywhere. Another advantage of the routes and zones is that they can be combined in an infinite number of ways, because very few trails lead non-stop from the top gondola to the village below, so you can create your own trails, with most assembly points offering several options for the onward journey.

All trails in and around the bike park are colour coded and categorised, and the categorisations are very accurate. First, every trail is designated as a flow or tech trail, which should be self-explanatory. Then there are 4 different colours of ascending difficulty from green to blue, black, and red. The black trails can be further distinguished as single or double black – also marked black-red in the bike park. Red trails are considered pro lines and usually comprised of individual features, or very technical and large jump trails, like the infamous Crabapple Hits with its 20 metre gaps. Conveniently, you’ll find a large trail map and a progression matrix both in the bike park and online, which lists all the trails in an ascending order. That way you can see which single black trail is the easiest or the most difficult, for example, and can work through the list bit by bit. By the way, we would recommend the blue Crank It Up flow trail as a good warm-up lap.

The bike park is open from 10 AM to 8 PM. However, the opening hours are also slightly adjusted to the zones and seasons, but there’s more than enough time to ride, even if the night before got a bit out of hand. Therefore, there’s no need to rush in the mornings – from our experience, the lift queue becomes shorter and shorter around noon and evening, and the temperatures more pleasant. If you get there a little too early and there’s still a lot going on in Fitz Zone, do yourself a favour by escaping to Garbo and Creekside Zone and postponing your A-Line party laps until the evening. By the way, Fitz Zone will have a brand new chairlift from 2024, which should free up congestion even more. Speaking of the chairlift: it’s common practice in Whistler not to close the crossbar of the chair, and it’s a lot more relaxed as the emergency stops aren’t quite as abrupt as in Europe, for example. Certainly, no one will force you, though not doing so isn’t the most sensible either, no matter how gentle the emergency stops might be. Should you decide to close the crossbar, please pay attention to whether you’re sharing the lift with other riders, because they may not expect it and get the bar smacked against their heads – yes, we’re also talking from experience here, from both perspectives.

By the way, there are drinking water dispensers at all lift stations, which are especially convenient in midsummer. For lunch, you’ve got plenty of choices in the village, from pizza slices and countless supermarket options to packing your own lunch. We usually helped ourselves with wraps or sandwiches, and it’s rumoured that the grocery store in the city centre has the best selection. The cookies and sandwiches from Lift Coffee are a classic too, which is located right next to the Fitzsimmons gondola station.

Our Whistler MTB Guide includes a few trail recommendations that are worth checking out, beside the classics like A-Line, Schleyer, or Freight Train.

• Ho Chi Min (Blue-Tech / Fitz-Zone) – rumoured to have the best berms in the bike park.
• Crabapple Hits (Pro Line / Fitz-Zone) – no real insider tip but fascinating to see the size live, or even to jump it yourself.
• C-More (Blue-Flow / Fitz-Zone) – branches off the popular Crank It Up jump trail with slightly bigger tables.
• No Duff und Renegade (Double Black-Tech / Garbo-Zone) – very technical singletrack with rock rolls and, if you’re lucky, loam too.
• Captain Safety (Double Black-Tech / Garbo-Zone) – the biggest rock roll in the bike park and pretty sketchy when it’s wet.
• Odesa (Single Black-Tech / Creekside-Zone) – tight singletrack with nice natural flow, and excellent dirt.
• Million Dollar (Single Black-Tech / Peak-Zone) – located at the foot of the Top of the World trail, and the better option than rolling back to the bike park. If you’re fit enough, you can connect that with Kashmir and Kush into the village.

Other things to discover in Whistler and surrounds

While the bike park is considered Whistler’s main attraction and most never leave the trails of the bike park during their trip, the real treasures lay dormant outside. Here you’ll find breathtaking singletrack, never-ending descents, the finest virgin dirt, long rock rolls, and even flow trails that can outshine those in the bike park. That’s why it’s worth pedalling and exploring the area. The bike park is open long enough for you to do some laps in the evening and the gondola isn’t going anywhere ;). When looking for trails outside of the park, we recommend using the Trailforks app from our friends at Pinkbike. There, you’ll find all trails in the area, including the latest information about the trail’s status, and you won’t get lost in the vast Canadian wilderness. The trail classification remains largely the same, but there are no pro lines outside the bike park, though you will encounter some triple black trails (orange), which really aren’t for the fainthearted. When looking for trails on the app, remember that the red lines are double black trails, whereas the black lines represent single black trails. Don’t make the same mistake as us and warm up on a “red trail”.

Since there are far too many trails to explore them all on a single trip, our Whistler MTB Guide includes a small list of favourites that you should definitely check out:

Lord of the Squirrels / LOTS (Blue-Tech) – breathtaking views far above the tree line with an almost endless tech trail. Note: getting to the trailhead entails 1200 m of climbing, without a chairlift. Although the trail is marked as blue, it tends to be quite rough due to its popularity, and you must keep in mind that you’ll already be rather tired from the climbing.

Chipmunk Rebellion (Blue-Flow) –new and very well built, high-speed flow trail. Good to combine with LOTS when you’re making your way back to the village.

Bush Doctor (Double Black-Tech) – a trail that consists almost exclusively of rock rolls, but they’re not to be underestimated. However, it’s quite short and easy to reach.

Micro Climate (Single Black-Tech) – On the way to the very popular Dark Crystal Trail, but usually in better condition: our personal favourite on the mountain.

Heavy Flow (Single Black-Tech) – the name says it all, made up of fast yet relatively simple tech where you can stay off the brakes. Tech gaps included.

You can use the extremely well-developed Valley Trail network, which usually isn’t the fastest but is definitely the safest and most scenic way to get to your destination. Cycling on the highway isn’t very safe, and you won’t be making any friends.

If you want to go trail riding outside the bike park, there are basically three cities to choose from along the Sea-to-Sky highway: Squamish, Pemberton or North Vancouver. The locals usually ride in Pemberton in spring and autumn, as it gets extremely dry in the summer and therefore unpleasant to ride. The surrounding trails and climbs are extremely steep.

Squamish, on the other hand, has a lot of good flow and jump trails and, if you’re lucky, some excellent loam. It also has a large trail riding community and you will certainly be able to meet a lot of other riders. Once you’ve finished your ride, you can settle down in the Cloudbuster Cafe at the foot of the mountain. They’ve got tasty drinks and good food.

The third stop is the infamous Shore in North Vancouver, which is divided into three areas: Mt. Fromme, Seymour, and Cypress. You can only travel between them by car. We would recommend Mt. Fromme or Seymour, as they offer the most trails and the trailheads are easy to reach by bike. Beware of the jank here – you’re unlikely to find a trail that doesn’t have at least one sketchy wooden feature.

If you have a little more time and want to spend one or more nights in the area, it’s worth visiting locations like the Kamloops Bike Ranch, the Sun Peaks Bike Park, and the Sunshine Coast.

There are countless bars and clubs throughout the city centre where you can hang out in the evenings, of course. A little tip: the parties here end much earlier than we’re used to in Europe, and most clubs close their dance floors at 2 o’clock. If you’re looking for a more laid back activity, a trip to the Valley Lumina is worthwhile. This is a kind of hiking trail in the forest, but with a crazy laser light show with a story.

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Whistler is full of bike shops and you will find workshops, bike hire and shops at every conceivable corner. You shouldn’t have any trouble buying equipment and spares. We would recommend the small but charming Evolution Whistler or the slightly larger Whistler Village Sports . Both shops have extremely good mechanics, the staff are super friendly, and they can help you with unconventional ideas if you run into any issues.

If you’re looking for delicious food, you’ll also have plenty of choice, and sushi is especially popular in Whistler. The classic and most iconic sushi restaurant is Sushi Village , which is right next to the bike park. In our opinion, you’ll get the best sushi at Nagomi Sushi , which is about a 5-minute walk from the village. You should make a reservation at both locations.

Our favourite place for pizza slices is Fat Tony’s Pizza . It may be a bit hidden, but it’s worth the effort of tracking it down. For genuine Italian cuisine, we recommend Pizzeria Antico . They’ve got delicious pizza and a nice ambience. Right next to it is the Splitz Grill , which is also worth a visit and, as you might have guessed already, serves delicious burgers and fries. If you’re out and about in Creekside, Samurai Sushi is worth a trip, which serves delicious ramen and bowls.

There are big differences to be aware of when shopping in the supermarkets, especially in terms of price. In principle, the further you get out of the city centre, the cheaper the supermarkets will be. If you have the chance to go shopping while you’re out in Squamish or Pemberton, for example, we encourage you to do so, because you’ll find the prices are much lower. By the way, alcohol is only available from liquor stores, which are usually close to a supermarket. Bread and baked goods, on the other hand, are hard to find and extremely expensive. We usually bought ourselves the ingredients and baked buns or even whole loaves of bread ourselves. It’s easy to do and a lot more affordable. There is also a small hardware store hidden in the village, where you can find small inflatable boats, adhesive tape for packing your bike, cable ties, screws, and the like.

What’s actually self-explanatory but apparently not self-evident is to keep away from the bears. If you’re going to spend several days in Whistler, it’s inevitable you’ll encounter them. They might be cute and fluffy, but don’t take a selfie with them. Seeing them from the chairlift is the most relaxed, because you don’t want to get too close. Black bears are the most common, which often look very brown, but are much smaller. They also regularly get lost in the village, which is quite dangerous for both you and the bears. If this happens, the bears are tagged and reintroduced into the wild, and if it happens too often, they must get put down, unfortunately. Nobody wants that and that’s why all garbage cans have special latches, for example, and you should never leave food scraps or the like lying around. We won’t tell you how to open the garbage cans, however – where would be the fun in that?

Grizzlies and brown bears pose a high risk, but luckily, they’re extremely rare in the area. Cougars also roam the area, but are very rarely spotted due to their extremely quiet, stealthy nature – that’s part of what makes them so dangerous. So, if you feel like you’re being watched, you probably are.

Some animals you will definitely come across are the squirrels, which can be quite pesky and also like to snack on your cereal on the dining table if you leave it unattended. The same applies to raccoons, though you’ll generally encounter more of these at night.

For many, Whistler is a once-in-a-lifetime trip, so you should make it count. With the few simple tips and tricks in our Whistler MTB Guide, you can rest assured that it will be a positive experience, with lasting memories that you can look back on with fondness for a long time to come. Once you’ve nailed the pre-trip planning, you’ll know what to do when you arrive, and what to keep in mind while you’re there. Enjoy it, and believe us: there really is no place like Whistler.

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Peter Walker

As editor-in-chief, Peter is as much a man of action as he is of words. This expert, screw-driver-flexing two wheeled-whizz has many envy-inducing characteristics, including a background in motocross, several EWS race plates to his name, and more than 150 recorded days at Whistler Bike Park. However complex the bike and however steep the trail, he’s probably already nailed it, twice. Oh, and he can do it all on skinny tyres too. When it comes to guiding consumers, Peter cut his teeth at Vancouver’s oldest bike shop and now puts pen to paper on the daily translating this know-how into our editorial plan. When not tearing up Stuttgart’s local trails while testing bikes, he loves nothing more than loading up his self-renovated VW T5 and hitting the road. The fact that he’s a trained paramedic gives his colleagues reassurance out on the trails. So far we haven’t had to call him by his alias ‘Sani Peter’, so here’s hoping he keeps it right side up for the rest of his time here!

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BC: Coastline to Alpine

• Level Advanced
• Duration 8 days / 7 nights
• Riders (max) 10
• Region North America
• Price (per person) £2,765 / €3,318 / $3,733

BRITISH COLUMBIA: COASTLINE TO ALPINE

This MTB tour British Columbia is a tremendous journey from the origins of mountain biking on the North Shore, along the Sunshine Coast, into the forests of Squamish, then on to the high Alpine of Whistler, and the peaks of Pemberton.

You’ll ride through a huge diversity of eco-systems, from coastal singletrack, to temperate rainforest, up to high alpine peaks. Our expert guides have crafted this tour to take you beyond the bike park and into the backcountry of BC, experiencing incredible riding, wildlife and cultures as you go.

To find out if this advanced mountain bike tour in British Columbia is right for you, read more on the skill and fitness levels required .

We gratefully and respectfully acknowledge that this tour takes place on the unceeded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nation , Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) Nation , səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nation , shíshálh (Sechelt) Nation , and L̓il̓wat7úl (Lil’wat) Nation .

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• Exploring the oceanside trails of the Sunshine Coast
• Discovering the origins of mountain biking on the North Shore
• Riding through diverse eco-systems, from coast, to rainforest, to high alpine
• Experiencing different MTB communities across the region
• Enjoying post ride hot tubs in our mountain lodge
• Learning about the First Nations cultures across BC

Tour itinerary

From North Shore, to Sunshine Coast, to interior rainforest,  flow of your mountain bike tour British Columbia has been designed to become progressively more technical throughout the course of the week. Your guides will coach you through each new challenge so that you make the most of your BC experience and go home a more technically skilled and confident mountain biker.

You should arrive in Vancouver a day or two before the tour start date to allow your body to adjust and to make sure any flight or luggage delays don’t spoil your trip.

Your guides will pick you up from the H+I recommended hotel on the morning of day 1.

Your local mountain bike guide will meet you early in the morning in Vancouver to help load up the van with luggage and bikes, and make the short drive to the North Shore mountains. 

Here we’ll build and set up bikes, and talk through the all important tour briefing before tackling the world famous trails of “The Shore”. These are trails that every rider needs to experience!

Contrasting the hustle and bustle of the city, you’ll pedal your way deep into the forest and discover ribbons of trail that weave their way through the towering trees.

After a hearty breakfast we’ll head off into the lush green forest to explore the diverse network of singletrack trails that await. 

Today is all about enjoying some fast, flowing trails that work with the natural landscape and allow you to open the taps a bit. You’ll ride the soft forest floor loam, giving a more chilled vibe that matches the laid back atmosphere of the Sunshine Coast.

It’s coffee-to-go this morning, as we drive down the Sunshine Coast to connect back to the mainland on a short ferry crossing. Once back on dryland, we’ll continue north and drive the stunning Sea-to-Sky highway to the outdoor mecca of Squamish. 

The trails in Squamish are all MTB magazine front cover standard, and that’s thanks to the hard work and dedication of the local trail building community. The trails here are inextricably linked to the nature of the place, with rocks, roots, and woodwork laced together without interruption. 

After breakfast, we’ll roll out right from our back door to spend the full day sampling the best of the Alice Lake area, with the expert knowledge of your local guides. 

Alice Lake is home to some of the most luscious and flowing trails you’ve ever ridden and your guide also happens to know some hidden gems! You’ll climb your way to the top on singletrack trail that keeps you entertained with tight turns and stunning forest views. Bright green moss lines the edge of the trails and hangs from the trees as you rip through this ethereal coastal rainforest with its endless hero dirt and granite slabs. 

Today we head further up the Sea-to-Sky Corridor to the ever-growing network of trails in the Whistler Valley. We’ll set off after breakfast to explore some of your guides’ favourite trails outside of the Bike Park area.

New trails pop up each season, and as your guides work with the local trail associations, they will be excited to showcase some of the latest trails which they may even have had a hand in building!

It’s our penultimate day of riding in British Columbia, and we’re reaching the farthest point of the mountain range on our BC journey, in the small farming community of Pemberton. 

Moving inland to a new ecosystem you’ll notice more agriculture and different soil here in Pemberton. This is not your usual farming town as it is surrounded by towering mountains and, luckily for us, has incredible singletrack in all directions.

This is your final day of riding in Whistler, and we’ve got a beauty of a day in store!

As all of our other rides are in the rural wilds of BC, today is your chance to experience the buzz of the Whistler Bike Park. We’ve got a day of park descents planned for you with trails that you’ll never forget! Making best use of the bike park we’ll enjoy both flow and technical trails – some of which end right from our doorstep!

Sadly, today we pack our bikes, say our farewells and return you to Vancouver airport for around 1pm to catch your flight home.

Please book your return flight no earlier than 3pm that day . If you have an earlier flight please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you.

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£2,765 GBP/ $3,733 USD/ €3,318 EUR per person (ex. flights, based on two sharing a room)

• Services of a fully-qualified, expert mountain bike guide for the duration of the trip
• 7 nights’ chalet/ guest house accommodation
• 7 breakfasts
• Half-day pass to Whistler Bike Park
• Lift pass to Top of the World trail
• Final night meal
• Ferry tickets
• All ground transportation required by the itinerary
• All group safety equipment
• Airport/ H+I recommended hotel pick-up on day 1 and drop-off on day 8 of tour (specified times apply)
• Global Rescue medical and evacuation services
• International/ domestic flights
• Travel and activity insurance
• Personal safety and cycling equipment
• Bike rental – Yeti SB140 £545/ $736/ €654 each. Yeti SB160 £690/ $932/ €828 each
• Lunches and dinners (except final night dinner)
• Tips in restaurants and hotels
• Single supplement:* £945 / $1,276 / €1,134
• Alcoholic/ non-alcoholic beverages
• Any other items not listed as included

*Single supplement is only applicable if you are travelling solo and do not wish to share a room with another rider of the same sex. If you’re happy to do that, you need not add the supplement.

Please note: single supplement may not be available at time of booking

We want you to have the best experience in BC, so it’s important to be sure that this is the perfect mountain bike tour, with the right level of challenge, for  you .

You’re a very experienced mountain biker, riding at least three times a week through the season and comfortable on: steep, fast singletrack descents; tough climbs; technical rock chutes; drop-offs; boardwalk; and muddy, forested singletrack. Read more on our  advanced skill level .

Does this sound like you? Your vacation time is precious and we want to be absolutely sure that you’re making the most of it, by finding the perfect adventure for you. Be honest with yourself, if this adventure isn’t right for you, we have other tours that may well be a better fit for your mountain biking experience and ability.

Please note: The skill level required reflects an overall rating for the trails on the trip but you should expect to find sections and obstacles that push your ability levels.

Skill level: Advanced

• You are very confident handling all types of riding and obstacles, including drops (up to 1 foot plus), rocks, logs, switchbacks, large rock gardens, slabs, all mountain terrain and sustained technical singletrack
• You can brake, use gears and corner instinctively
• You have excellent bike handling skills and can lift front and rear wheels, do small jumps, corner, climb and descend steep and technical sinlgetrack trails
• You have considerable experience of riding on a wide variety of technical terrains including: rocky, rooty, muddy, loose, fast singletrack, exposed trails, bedrock for extended periods
• You ride at least three times a week and rarely get off and walk sections
• You can climb and descend comfortably on technical singletrack for as long as required

Fitness level: 6/7

• You have an excellent level of bike fitness, exercising four or five times every week throughout the year, for at least an hour at a time, and strong enough to climb on technical singletrack for sustained periods
• You are comfortable mountain biking up to six hours a day at a moderate pace, with snack and photo stops, for four or more consecutive days
• You can tackle several serious climbs a day, up to 600 metres each

Typical trails you’ll be riding

• The trails in British Columbia can be man made of varying trail surface, that will require you to choose your own riding line and decide if it is suitable to ride
• Double track: undulating and sometimes steep jeep tracks made up of a hard-packed and loose dirt surface
• Singletrack: you will encounter up to head-sized, fixed and loose rocks, as well as fixed bedrock style trails, north shore bridges, drops of varying sizes, slabs, and large tree roots
• The surface may be dry and loose, or wet and muddy depending on weather conditions
• Trails in the forest will have roots crossing them and may be narrow through the trees

The ideal bike for the British Columbia trails is a good quality full-suspension mountain bike with 29” or 27.5” wheels, dropper seat post, and 140mm -160mm of travel front and rear.

If you’re planning on travelling with your own bike, we have some handy tips on how to do this. When travelling with your own bike, you must ensure that it has been properly serviced before the trip.

We have a fleet of Yeti SB140 and SB160 full suspension mountain bikes available to rent in BC, which are ideal for the local trails.

We only run small group adventures to ensure that everyone has the best experience possible, and there will be a maximum of 10 people in each group. The minimum number of people we require to run our mountain bike tour British Columbia is four.

Our Coastline to Alpine mountain bike tour in BC caters for a wide age range; typically between 30- and 55-years-old. Regardless of age, you must have the appropriate level of physical fitness and mountain biking skills  to participate in this adventure. Please refer to clause 14 of our  terms and conditions of booking  to find more information on rider age.

This mountain bike tour British Columbia is a guided mountain bike vacation, ideal for advanced mountain bikers.

Riding here, in the mountain biking mecca of BC, you’ll experience some tough climbs and technical descents, with drop-offs and north shore, as well as miles and miles of lovely flowing singletrack through the high alpine, and in the world-famous Whistler bike park.

The distances we cover each day range from 20km to 50km, in accordance with the technical difficulty of each trail.

Each evening your guides will chat with you about the following day’s mountain biking and give you an idea of the sorts of trails you can look forward to. If there’s anything you feel anxious about, your guides will be happy to discuss it with you.

No, you only need to carry a 20 litre back pack with you whilst riding. You support team will move your luggage to the accommodation as required.

Your guide will be very happy to give you some bike skills training during your trip to help improve your confidence and your enjoyment of your mountain bike tour British Columbia.

If there is a section that you would prefer not to ride, then you can simply hop off your bike and walk. You won’t be the only one to walk certain sections and it’s not a competition in biking ability; it’s a mountain bike adventure!

Your mountain bike guides are local to British Columbia and experienced professionals who have a real passion for mountain biking and for the culture and wild landscape of this region of Canada.

Your safety is their number one priority, closely followed by your enjoyment of the tour. They will always be on-hand to answer any questions or requests you may have throughout your trip.

On this mountain bike tour British Columbia you will be staying in comfortable chalets, lodges and guest houses.

Bedrooms are spacious and well-equipped and in Whistler there’s a jacuzzi and bike garage/workshop area for storing and fixing your bikes.

You’ll be just a short walk from town where there are plenty of great bars and restaurants for dinner and relaxing in the evening.

Breakfast is included each day and your evening meal on the final night is included also.

Whilst not all lunches and dinners are included in the tour price, we will eat together as a group every mealtime.

A good quality full suspension mountain bike with 140mm – 160mm travel front and rear will be ideal for this mountain bike tour British Columbia. Tyre choice is also important for our mountain bike tour British Columbia, particularly on the front, and you should have a high volume tyre, like a Hans Dampf or similar.

We can arrange bike hire for you for the duration of your trip and have a fleet of fantastic Yeti full suspension bikes available on a first-come, first-served basis.

For details of all the kit required for your mountain biking tour British Columbia please read the full kit list to find out what you need to pack for your mountain bike tour British Columbia, Canada.

There is a chance that you will see bears during your mountain biking tour in British Columbia. Your guide is fully wilderness trained and highly experienced at guiding groups of mountain bikers through the BC back country, and it is imperative that you follow the instructions of your guide at all times whilst out on the trails.

Unfortunately not. We are working hard to provide each and every customer who rides with us an unparalleled mountain bike experience in every destination we ride. This takes years of experience, riding and planning to get right, and a drone adds a very real danger to the group’s riding experience and health & safety.

Riders travelling from Europe can fly direct to Vancouver international airport. Here is a selection of airlines that operate service to/from Vancouver: British Airways, Lufthansa, Virgin Atlantic, KLM. Riders travelling from North/South America have a wide choice of airlines operating flights to/from Vancouver, including: American Airlines, United Airlines, Air Canada.

Riders from Australia and New Zealand can fly with British Airways and Air Canada.

You must book your bike on to your flight in advance, otherwise you could face a heavy charge at the airport. Here are some handy tips and video on packing your bike for travel.

Visas Most visitors entering Canada require an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) or a visitor visa. Please check the Canadian Government’s travel requirement information for more details before booking your mountain bike tour British Columbia.

Arrival and departure details

Your mountain bike tour British Columbia will start on day 1 at your H+I recommended hotel. Your guide and/or driver will meet you in the hotel lobby and he/she will be holding an H+I Adventures sign.

Ideally, you should arrive into Vancouver 1 or 2 days before your trip starts to allow for any flight or luggage delays, and we recommend staying at the Blue Horizon Hotel, which is located closed to Stanley Park for easy exploring, and a convenient location for your pick up on day 1.

If you are arriving on day 1 of our adventure we require you to be in Vancouver city, ready for pick-up  no later than 9am.

On the last day of your adventure we will return you to Vancouver airport for around 1pm, so you should book your return flight no earlier than 3pm that day . If you have an earlier flight please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Our mountain bike guides are qualified to the very highest level in Canada. This includes first-aid and for this type of trip they also hold a Wilderness Expedition Leader Award, which means that they have the knowledge and experience to lead a group safely in these remote, wild parts of Canada.

In addition to formal qualifications, our guides have years of experience in the saddle on the Whistler trails and will be able to enhance your holiday with facts 
and fables on local history, flora and fauna.

The team is made up of local riders who are experts in their fields, superb local guides and genuinely nice people. Their passion for mountain biking and for British Columbia is truly infectious and they’re completely committed to responsible tourism and making sure that our business is run as sustainably as possible.

One of the things that sets our holidays apart from other mountain bike tours around the world is the excellent accommodation we use, and our mountain bike tour British Columbia is no exception.

We understand that when you’ve had a big day in the saddle on the BC trails, you want a warm welcome, hot shower and a comfortable place to relax and unwind.

You’ll feel at home in local guest houses, chalets and lodges on your BC journey from North Shore to Whistler.

You will enjoy delicious meals and snacks, in the best local restaurants and bars in Whistler village and on the Sunshine Coast, and a few beers at the Whistler Brewing Company.

Whilst not all lunches and dinners are included in the tour price, we will eat together as a group at each mealtime.

• No special vaccinations are required for visiting Canada
• British Columbia is a vibrant, natural habitat for many species of wildlife, including bears. Your guide has many years of experience and wilderness training in this environment, so you MUST follow his instructions at all times while mountain biking in 
the area
• Your guide is a trained first-aider/first-responder, 
but it is your responsibility to ensure that you are managing your own health and safety at all times on your mountain bike holiday with us

You should always consult your own doctor or physician before travelling to new countries to seek their advice on matters concerning your health abroad.

Your health and safety is on tour our top priority so when you travel with us you also have the peace of mind knowing that you will be covered by Global Rescue emergency medical and evacuation services.

The currency in Canada is the Canadian dollar (CAD).

There are cash machines and banks in Whistler village, which you will be able to access every day.

Tipping It is not compulsory to tip your guides and drivers in Canada, but if you feel you have had a good experience on your mountain bike tour British Columbia, you can tip at your discretion. We recommend around 5% of your tour price, but it’s up to you.

You are required as a condition of booking to be insured against medical and personal accident risks. In this policy you must include cover for mountain biking and we recommend that you take out a policy which covers cancellation and baggage, including your bike.

We work with  Global Rescue  whose policies are specially designed for adventure travel and you can arrange your insurance cover directly with them.

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Whistler and surroundings are one of those places every MTB rider should visit at least once in their lifetime. Everything is built, organized and maintained with riders’enjoyment in mind. On top of that, we had Austin to guide us, and what a guide he was. On top of massive local knowledge of trails, restaurants and any other need we had he was a great coach and a great guy to be around. He made all the difference. A week of pure riding fun. Thank you!!

What an amazing adventure! Allie and Lizzie were absolutely amazing. They had every aspect of this trip nailed down. From the transportation, accommodations to the food and of course the trails. They are both very clearly experts in this field. I have been asked many times “would you do it again?” If possible I would do this trip every year! Thank you for a great time!

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• Art & Storytelling of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh and Líl̓wat7úl - this tour weaves its way through the Village to nine locations that are culturally significant to the First Nations
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• Legacies of the 2010 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games – explore the legacies and discover how the Games were experienced in Whistler
• Weird and Wonderful Trees – a short, two-kilometre wander around Whistler Village to visit some of our oldest residents
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• Whistler’s Cultural Connector – follow a pathway between six cultural institutions and uncover the stories that enrich Whistler’s culture
• Lost Lake Nature Walk – discover more about the species that call Whistler home and how all things in nature, including us, are interconnected
• Fitzsimmons Creek Accessible Nature Trail – a short exploration of biodiversity on Whistler’s first accessible nature trail
• Sweet Treats – a tour of some of Whistler’s best places to pick up a treat. Happy sugar rush!
• Spring & Summer Biking: Half Day Loop – a 12K section of the Valley Trail from the Village to Creekside, around Alta Lake, then back to the Village
• Natural Wonders – explore the biodiversity and geology of Whistler on this 11-kilometre tour that is best enjoyed by bike or E-bike
• Fall Biking: Half Day Loop – take in the changing fall colours on this bike route using the Whistler Valley Trail
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