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GET UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH THE MOUNTAINSLet the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola be your jumping off point for exploring the mountains. From the terminal building, set off on foot to take in the best views and get a real taste of this unique alpine environment. While there are 50 kilometres of hiking and walking trails covering both mountains, the 6 trails on Blackcomb Mountain offer their own unique vistas, access points and interpretive opportunities.
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THE SUMMIT OF WHISTLER MOUNTAINA truly top-of-the-world experience awaits on Whistler’s summit. Wander down to the Peak Express, and board it to the true top of Whistler Mountain. At the top, easy interpretive walking trails guide you around the summit with its:
DON’T MISS THE HIGH NOTEAccessible from the summit is the High Note Trail, Whistler Mountain’s signature hiking trail—a true alpine hiking experience stretching out through rugged terrain and alpine meadows into Garibaldi Provincial Park. The 9.4 kilometre loop provides stunning views of Cheakamus Lake and brings you back to the Roundhouse Lodge. |  |
WILDLIFE AND WILDFLOWERSThree species of animals and nine different flowers are indigenous to Whistler Blackcomb. Both guided and self-guided interpretive tours are available to learn more. Enquire inside the Roundhouse Lodge for tour options and Trail Maps.BEARS40-60 black bears, from approximately 8 resident families, call these Mountains home. Their diet consists primarily of berries that are plentiful in the ski runs and forested areas on Whistler Blackcomb. Spot them from the chairlifts and gondolas or take a guided bear tour from the comfort and safety of a 4X4 vehicle.MARMOTSOne of Whistler Blackcomb’s most famous residents is the Whistling Marmot. Found in high alpine areas, this giant squirrel-like character feeds on grass, berries, lichens, mosses, fl owers and roots. While it hibernates in winter, its shrill summer-time whistle was the inspiration for the Mountain’s name.BLACK TAILED DEERThese majestic 100-200lb (45-90kg) animals take shelter in the old growth forests throughout summer and winter, but can be spotted at the treeline and in open spaces that offer grassy areas for grazing. The larger males have small fork-like antlers.WILDFLOWERSWhistler and Blackcomb’s wildfl ower season provides a spectacular palette of colour from a huge variety of flowers and shrubs. Prime viewing months are July and August (dependent upon snow melt) and are best experienced from our alpine hiking trails (see Trail Map for preferred locations). Mountain Arnica, Partridge Foot, Mountain Buttercup, Western Pasque Flower, Sitka Valerain, Arctic Lupine, Pink Mountain Heather, Indian Paintbrush, White Flowered Rhododendron are all on show during the summer months. |   |
| Rating | Trail | Num | Length | Elevation | Status |
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WHISTLER SUMMIT INTERPRETIVE WALK - WEST LOOPTwo loops of single track trail at the top of the Peak Express wind their way around the summit of Whistler Mountain. See fantastic views along with alpine ecosystem and local history story boards. |
1 | 1.6km (1mi); 60 minutes (loop) | 30m (98ft) | ||
PEAK EXPRESS TRAVERSEAn easy, wide trail providing two-way access from the Roundhouse Lodge to the Peak Express. Remain on the trail and avoid walking on the vehicle access road. |
2 | 0.6km (0.37mi); 10 minutes (one-way) | 55m (180ft) | ||
HARMONY LAKE TRAIL & LOOPThis trail descends through alpine forests while traveling away from the Roundhouse Lodge. Use it to return from the High Note Trail (8). |
3 | 2.5km (1.55mi) to Harmony Lake; 60-90 minutes (return) | 130m (426ft) | ||
HARMONY MEADOWSViews of Fitzsimmons Valley and Harmony Lake. A steep descent connects hikers to the Roundhouse Lodge from High Note Trail (8) and Harmony Lake Trails (5). |
4 | 1.1km (0.68mi); 30-60 minutes (one-way) | 80m (262ft) | ||
HIGH NOTE TRAILStart 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. |
5 | 5.1km (3.2mi) to junction of Musical Bumps trail. ; 3-4 hours (loop) | 258m (902ft) | ||
HALF NOTE TRAILThe Half Note Trail provides a shortened route from the High Note (8) Trail which connects with Pika’s Traverse (10) back to the Roundhouse Lodge. |
6 | 1.2km (0.75mi); 30-60min (one-way) | 220m (722ft) at High Note junction | ||
PIKA’S TRAVERSEThis mountain road is used to lead hikers to the Harmony Tea Hut and to return from the Half Note Trail (9) to the Roundhouse Lodge. There are some steep sections. Please remain on the road. |
7 | 2.3km (1.43mi); 1.5-2 hours (one-way) | 270m (885ft) | ||
BURNT STEWThis mountain road starts at The Saddle and is used as an alternate route between the Roundhouse Lodge and High Note Trail (8). The lower portion turns into single track. |
8 | 1.7km (1.05mi); 40 minutes | 130m (427ft) | ||
MATTHEW’S TRAVERSE ROADEnjoy panoramic views along this mountain road from the summit of Whistler Mountain to the Harmony Tea Hut. Do not enter glacier areas. |
9 | 0.9km (0.6mi); 45 minutes (one-way) | 80m (262ft) |
| Rating | Trail | Num | Length | Elevation | Status |
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ALPINE WALKA gentle walking route that leads away from the Rendezvous Lodge with spectacular views of Fitzsimmons Valley through a sub-alpine forest. This is a perfect walking trail for everyone with excellent photo opportunities and alpine ecosystem story boards. |
1 | 1.6km (0.96mi); 60 minutes (round loop) | 65m (213ft) | ||
OVERLORD TRAILStretching into Garibaldi Provincial Park, this two way trail is used as the main connecting route to all of Blackcomb Mountain’s hiking. Enjoy a wide variety of rich alpine wildflowers, amazing views of Overlord Glacier and many alpine lakes with glacier run offs.(We recommend our guests use this trail to access the Lakeside Loop trail for intermediates and Decker Loop for advanced expert) |
2 | 3.7km (2.27mi); 60-90 minutes (one way) | 62m (203ft) | ||
TREELINE TRAILA great hike through sub-alpine old growth forest with potential wildlife sightings, this trail leads you down to the bottom of 7th Heaven Express from the Overlord Trail (2). Note: Only open during summer glacier skiing and riding. No return hiking trail available. |
3 | 1.1km (0.7mi); 30 to 60 minutes (one way) | 235m (771ft) | ||
MARMOT TRAILRecommended for uphill hiking, this trail takes you from below tree line up to the high alpine. Accessed by Overlord Trail (2) and return back to the Rendezvous Lodge via 7th Heaven Road. |
4 | 1.1km (0.7mi); 30 to 60 minutes (one way) | 174m (571ft) | ||
LAKESIDE LOOPRecommended hiking clock-wise, a short climb takes you to a rich area of alpine wildflowers with Blackcomb Lake nestled below the peak of Blackcomb. Finish by descending back to Overlord Trail (2).(Recommended for the intermediate hiker) |
5 | 1.3km (0.81mi); 30 to 60 minutes (one way) | 43m (141ft) | ||
DECKER LOOPStart this journey by hiking clockwise up and into Garibaldi Provincial Park with incredible views of ancient mountain peaks and Overlord Glacier. This trail is perfect for the experienced hiker who is looking for more of an adventure.(Highly recommended for advanced to expert hiker) |
6 | 1.8km (1.09mi); 45 to 75 minutes (one way) | 134m (440ft) |
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