Long term solo travel on a budget.
After spending a summer exploring, hiking and camping around Whistler I couldn't think of a better way to end my time there than to see it from the air. To look down on the village that had been my home for the last two years and to see almost every lake I hiked to and... Continue Reading →
If you want to get outside and see everything that Whistler has to offer, but you don't have either the time, the energy or the equipment for one of the big hikes, then here are 7 short, easy and popular hikes that can show you the best of Whistler, from turquoise lakes to crashing waterfalls,... Continue Reading →
Before You Go The main thing you need is a sightseeing ticket for the Whistler Village Gondola. These are pricey at $50 if you book online in advance, but it's worth it if you plan on spending a full day on the mountain. You can also get a Peak 2 Peak pass for $80. Bring... Continue Reading →
Before You Go This is one of the hardest hikes I did while in Whistler. It's a very steep and uneven trail, gaining 1220m elevation in only 7km, and it takes around 4 - 6 hours for the 14km round trip. The lake is glacier fed but you can swim if you're brave enough. There... Continue Reading →
Before You Go This is a very long and somewhat difficult hike. It's a 29m round trip with constant elevation changes as you cross several peaks and valleys. If you don't already have a pass, you will need to buy a sightseeing lift ticket if you plan on taking the gondola up. Trails are well... Continue Reading →
Before You Go The trailhead is a short walk or bike ride from Alta Lake so it's perfect if you don't have a car. It takes around 4 - 5 hours for the 16km round trip, the path is well marked and you only gain 850m elevation, so it's one of the shortest and easiest... Continue Reading →
Before You Go You'll need a car to get to the car park at the trailhead as it's an hour and 20 minutes drive north of Whistler. Along the way, you'll drive past the lovely Green Lake, the trailhead for Nairn Falls and the town of Pemberton, where you should definitely stop at the Mile... Continue Reading →
Before You Go There are two very important things you need to know about this hike. You will need a car to drive you 45 minutes south of Whistler, up the dusty and potholed 8km access road to Callaghan Lake (which means you can camp in style), and you will need a boat to cross... Continue Reading →
Before You Go The best time of year to hike to any of these places is between July and October due to the amount of snow that builds up over winter. You will need a decent pair of shoes and an extra layer for when you reach the top as it can be very cold... Continue Reading →
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