Whistler Blackcomb
Whistler and Blackcomb are two side-by-side mountains offering over 200 marked runs, 8,171 acres of terrain, 16 alpine bowls and 3 glaciers combined, receiving 1,181 centimetres of snow on average annually.
Home to one of the longest ski seasons in North America. In summer the same lifts carry hikers and the Whistler Mountain Bike Park, with sightseeing on the PEAK 2 PEAK gondola year round.
MOUNTAIN DETAILS
AT WHISTLER
EVENTS THIS SEASON
SKIING & SNOWBOARDING
Beginners
36 green runs off 37 lifts, with learning terrain at the base. Enough to progress on, though the mountain leans intermediate and above.
Intermediates
110 blue runs and 1609 m of vertical. This is the sweet spot here — you can ride all week without repeating a run.
Experts
54 advanced and expert runs. Enough to keep confident skiers honest, mostly off the upper lifts.
Snowboarders
4 terrain parks plus 8171 acres of open riding. Park and pipe are a headline act here.
Off-piste
Snow range 675–2284 m keeps the upper mountain cold. Inbounds itineraries first; guided touring for anything past the ropes.
PISTE MAP
GETTING THERE
FAQS
Is Whistler Blackcomb good for beginners?
18% of the terrain is green — about 36 runs — with learning areas at the base and ski school on site.
How reliable is the snow at Whistler Blackcomb?
The mountain runs from 675 m to 2284 m, a 1609 m vertical, and typically opens Late Nov – late May.
How do I get to Whistler Blackcomb?
Closest gateway is YVR Vancouver, about 2 hr by road. Scheduled buses and private transfers are bookable on SnowBus.
Is Whistler Blackcomb good for snowboarders?
4 terrain parks and 8171 acres of riding, with 37 lifts serving the mountain.
How many lifts and runs does Whistler Blackcomb have?
37 lifts and 200+ marked runs across 8171 acres — 18% easy, 55% intermediate, 27% advanced.