Fairmont Château Whistler - Flipbook - Page 37
HIKING IN
WHISTLER
BIKING IN
WHISTLER
A leader in the mountain bike
industry world-wide, Whistler
offers a wide variety of riding for
all levels and tastes, and
continually pushes the
boundaries on trail development.
The Whistler experience
includes an extensive network
of cross-country trails and the
no.1 mountain bike park in the
world. Whistler has everything
from easy green trails to endless
technical ascents and descents
through old-growth rainforest
and alpine meadows. The trail
network would not be possible
without the Whistler Off Road
Cycling Association (WORCA).
Source: www.whistler.com
Hiking in Whistler is one of the
main draws to the mountains in
the summer months and the
options are vast. From more
casual, short options to
challenging half-day hikes and
sweat-inducing all-day options,
there’s a hiking trail for you up
here in Whistler. Whistler village
is at the foot of Whistler and
Blackcomb mountains, each
boasting alpine hiking trails with
incredible views, easily
accessible by gondola. Choose
from short, family-friendly strolls
on wide paths to more advanced
hikes to lakes, glaciers and alpine
meadows. Keep your eyes open
for chipmunks and marmots, and
make sure you have a camera
handy for capturing the rugged
mountain vistas. Grab a map and
explore the trails!
PHOTOGENIC
SPOTS
Whistler is one of the most
photogenic places on the planet.
From our quaint Village to the
endless snow-capped peaks,
everywhere you turn you’re
surrounded by vistas just begging
to be photographed! a local
favourite are the Olympic rings
next to Olympic Plaza in Whistler
Village. They even have a rock
podium to serve as a camera
stand so you can get everyone in
the shot. An iconic photo spot is
by the mountain top Inukshuk
(a man-made stone landmark
that’s used by the Inuit as a
marker).
Source: www.whistler.com
Source: www.whistler.com
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