Whistler Blackcomb
Whistler Blackcomb
4.5
Mountains • Ski & Snowboard Areas • Cross-country Ski Areas
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8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
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Whistler Blackcomb is a four-season resort located in Canada’s Coast Mountains north of Vancouver. Proudly holding the title of the largest ski resort in North America, Whistler Blackcomb offers 8171 acres of terrain for skiers and riders of all ability levels. With an average annual snowfall of over 10 metres, the resort enjoys a long winter season that stretches into late May. Glacier skiing on the upper reaches of Blackcomb Mountain is even possible during summer months! A true four-season resort, guests enjoy some of the world’s best mountain biking & alpine hiking during summer months. Events such as the Crankworx mountain biking festival and activities such as ziplining and wildlife tours make a summer visit to the resort a must. At Whistler Blackcomb, passion for the outdoors runs year-round.
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Becky A
Sydney, Australia56 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Skiing at Whistler is an incredible experience and the scenery is absolutely stunning. There are a wide variety of slopes for all skill levels including multiple beginner slopes and learning slopes. Compared to other ski locations, Whistler is breathtaking and the surrounding trees are unbelievable.
There are a variety of restaurants and shops in Whistler village which are affordable compared to other skiing locations. However, the ski hire, lift passes and accommodation are extremely expensive in general and when comparing ski resorts.
The queue for the gondola and chair lifts at 8-9am can get extremely long during the Canadian and American school holidays and on weekends, however, on other days and later on in the day, the lines are significantly shorter.
There is a fire and ice show on Sunday nights performed by skiers, snowboarders and fire performers which is great!
There are a variety of restaurants and shops in Whistler village which are affordable compared to other skiing locations. However, the ski hire, lift passes and accommodation are extremely expensive in general and when comparing ski resorts.
The queue for the gondola and chair lifts at 8-9am can get extremely long during the Canadian and American school holidays and on weekends, however, on other days and later on in the day, the lines are significantly shorter.
There is a fire and ice show on Sunday nights performed by skiers, snowboarders and fire performers which is great!
Written January 11, 2020
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Rafael Teixeira Castelo
Vancouver, Canada156 contributions
Feb 2021
Whistler Blackcomb is the mountain, but it is also the whole provincial park which includes the glacier ice cave, the peak, the park, the gondola, restaurants, and hotels. If you are into snowboarding, skiing, snowing shoes, snowmobiles, and all kinds of winter sports and activities this is your place. I would recommend you plan everything in advance, buy the tickets a few weeks or even months ahead if you can because it gets really busy during the winter season. It is ok to bring young kids. It is a program for the whole family.
Written January 19, 2022
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Scott M
43 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
We drove up for a short village visit, which included a walk through said village, lunch in one of the parks and hike around Lost Lake. Aside from the naked sunbather on the far side dock, the views were great. Lots of people had bikes, but the walk is fine as well. We returned and checked out the Olympic Rings before heading back. Lots of shops and activities, such as mountain biking and zip lining, but we booked a mountain climbing class nearby which is why we had a short visit.
Written August 11, 2021
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Ivor W
2 contributions
Feb 2022
Where to start, having paid a lot of money jumped through all the COVID hoops to get here.
I am disappointed with my trip to Whistler it comes with a big reputation yes there is plenty of snow lots of variety. But with a capital B, there has been very little expenditure on infrastructure other than the peak to peak cable gondola. The ski lift system compared to Europe is dated. The weekends it is hardly worth skiing due to huge queues at all the lifts and some pinch points there is up to a 30/40 minute queuing time. There are no new six man speed chairs to alleviate the congestion.
Additionally Whistler can be cold as are many ski areas none of the Whistler Blackcomb lifts have snow / wind covers.
Finally like many resorts the costs for eating and drink and general expenditures in Whistler mountain restaurants and village shops stores is very expensive. The resort has capitalise on a captive audience.
I am disappointed with my trip to Whistler it comes with a big reputation yes there is plenty of snow lots of variety. But with a capital B, there has been very little expenditure on infrastructure other than the peak to peak cable gondola. The ski lift system compared to Europe is dated. The weekends it is hardly worth skiing due to huge queues at all the lifts and some pinch points there is up to a 30/40 minute queuing time. There are no new six man speed chairs to alleviate the congestion.
Additionally Whistler can be cold as are many ski areas none of the Whistler Blackcomb lifts have snow / wind covers.
Finally like many resorts the costs for eating and drink and general expenditures in Whistler mountain restaurants and village shops stores is very expensive. The resort has capitalise on a captive audience.
Written February 7, 2022
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Peter N
Hong Kong, China9 contributions
Mar 2021
Covid shut sadly down Vancouver to foreigners in March 2021 and so my annual ski trip was also shut down. No problem though! Vail kindly decided to give refunds of their now somewhat expensive pre paid lift passes for Whistler-Blackcomb and in early April 2021 I received the following message from a firm called American Claims Management Inc.
" We have received your request for an update regarding your refund reimbursement. We have received your banking information and sent it for processing on 04/08/2021. Please note, the receiving bank may have protocols that may delay deposit into your account. If there is an issue regarding the processing of your ACH payment, we will contact you directly to confirm the banking information provided. We appreciate your patience during this process."
Great - thank you Vail. But that was it - despite reminders I have still received nothing .......except of course invitations to book early this season before pass prices go up. All a bit shabby really Vail. American Claims Management Inc. have done you no favors.
" We have received your request for an update regarding your refund reimbursement. We have received your banking information and sent it for processing on 04/08/2021. Please note, the receiving bank may have protocols that may delay deposit into your account. If there is an issue regarding the processing of your ACH payment, we will contact you directly to confirm the banking information provided. We appreciate your patience during this process."
Great - thank you Vail. But that was it - despite reminders I have still received nothing .......except of course invitations to book early this season before pass prices go up. All a bit shabby really Vail. American Claims Management Inc. have done you no favors.
Written November 13, 2021
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iangreen82
West Kelowna, Canada68 contributions
Jan 2021
The only reason my rating isn’t a 1/5 is because the mountains themselves are amazing. Whistler Blackomb has amazing terrain, awesome steeps, great bowls and unreal tree skiing. Since Vail has bought it though this resort has definitely gone downhill. It makes me so upset and disappointed. First off they took out the ‘Solar Coaster’ chair on Blackcomb & replaced it with a gondola which continually breaks down. It completely messes up the naturally design and flow of the mountain and creates massive lines. This decision was likely to make more money from sightseers but without any thought at all for the skiers. Stupid move. The other issue is that Vail has completely neglected the Hortsman t-bar issue which used to access the best terrain at Blackcomb but now is essentially defunct because of the glacial recession. By failing to deal with this loss of access it causes huge backlogs at 7th Heaven. Another stupid decision. Since Vail has taken over all the prices have skyrocketed (except for the ‘Epic pass’ which attracts huge crowds from Washington state & the US), customer service has noticeably worsened, there’s overly cautious closures of lifts & areas, the lines have massively increased in size, the grooming is worse, the amount of technology glitches have increased, and pretty much everything has worsened. This honestly used to be my favourite place on earth; I grew up skiing at WB, lived and worked there after college & my parents still live there part time. I hate to say but I hope that either Vail goes out of business or they sell the resort to someone who actually cares about the mountain, the locals, and wants to restore the spirit and glory of an amazing place. I will likely continue to ski WB for a few years more as my parents are there and the Epic Pass is actually a pretty good deal if you use it enough. My wife & I now live in the Interior and enjoy skiing Big White & Revelstoke and will likely teach our kids to ski at these better run & better value resorts. Vail has failed. #vailfail
Written January 21, 2021
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Peter B
2 contributions
Jan 2022
I live in the UK and for the last 15 years I'd wanted to go to travel to Whistler. I'd heard great things and how it was great for boarders. It's a nice place, but then British Columbia is breath taking. I enjoyed the balance of runs between the trees and on the exposed higher mountain sections, but this was overall dulled by the ludicrous cost of the lift pass. There are no options for UK travellers but to buy walk up tickets. the multi-day tickets offer no flexibility and little discount. For my wife and I to ski we were paying £120 each per day. This is triple the cost of Europe, which offers a good discount for a weeks lift pass. Overall the resort wasn't anything or above anything in Europe but was three times the price, we won't be skiing in any of the Vail Resort owned resorts.
Written February 11, 2022
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Karen
Whistler, Canada43 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
After the welcome arrival of some serious snow over the past two days, I was looking forward to a great day of skiing today. I arrived at the lift at Creekside at 8:15 and with a moderate lift line, successfully road the Creekside gondola to find out that the Red chair was not working. “Go to Garbanzo” our lifty tells us, we’re having mechanicals. So, we skied down expressway with all the other eager skier to find out the the Garbo chair was also having mechanicals although it looked more like they had started cleaning chairs off early enough as they were covered in frozen snow. “Go to the Whistler Gondola” the lifty says, so off we go deciding to go over to Blackcomb since nothing was seemingly working at Whistler. We went up Blackcomb. By now it is 10:00 and we’re taking our first run. By now lessons are starting and the mountain is packed. There’s no where to go! So I went home. Vail needs to get their act together. Some poor buggers have paid $190 plus tax to be on the mountain. This is not exactly good value in my opinion. I’m wondering why I spent $1500 for an Epic pass. It’s been anything but an epic year and although much of that is due to minimal snow, now that there is snow let me ski!
Written January 8, 2020
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LJ-Suth
Tilford, UK324 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Ok, well the obvious first observation is that the skiing at Whistler is great. So why the poor rating? Because this is not a village, it is a giant movie set optimised to take as much money from you as fast as possible.
The ski pass is literally 2-3 times the cost of the alps, and yet there is no sign of any investment into the slopes.
The pistes are largely unmarked, and there are no nice paper piste maps for skiers, but also no app to show you where you are and which lifts are open etc so finding your way around can be a challenge.
The chairlifts are slow, and the queues are huge. At this price point the key chairlifts should be 8 seaters and have perspex comfort screens. The owners need to go to any alpine resort and see how a proper express lift works.
The mountain restaurants are hard to find and outrageously busy so by the time you have found somewhere to sit, your $8 cup of fries is cold.
So overall, skiing was fine, but the experience was ruined by the greedy monopoly that operates the area. If you can, try skiing in Europe.
The ski pass is literally 2-3 times the cost of the alps, and yet there is no sign of any investment into the slopes.
The pistes are largely unmarked, and there are no nice paper piste maps for skiers, but also no app to show you where you are and which lifts are open etc so finding your way around can be a challenge.
The chairlifts are slow, and the queues are huge. At this price point the key chairlifts should be 8 seaters and have perspex comfort screens. The owners need to go to any alpine resort and see how a proper express lift works.
The mountain restaurants are hard to find and outrageously busy so by the time you have found somewhere to sit, your $8 cup of fries is cold.
So overall, skiing was fine, but the experience was ruined by the greedy monopoly that operates the area. If you can, try skiing in Europe.
Written December 30, 2022
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chris s
3 contributions
Feb 2023 • Family
Since Vail acquired W/B and brought Epic passes in the crowds have upended the entire mountain and town. It’s great for Vail Corp but not for anyone wanting a ski experience. The crowded lift lines, impossibility of getting into restaurants means hordes of people, parties, DJ’s and the related behaviour.
Today, Sat Feb 4 the lift lines stretched from Blackcomb base to outside of the Fairmont/Hilton. From whistler base the lines are so long we couldn’t even see where they ended down the village. Have a look at the photos and decide for yourself if whistler should be off your lists if you want to ski these days.
Today, Sat Feb 4 the lift lines stretched from Blackcomb base to outside of the Fairmont/Hilton. From whistler base the lines are so long we couldn’t even see where they ended down the village. Have a look at the photos and decide for yourself if whistler should be off your lists if you want to ski these days.
Written February 4, 2023
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icequeen
Ottawa, Canada193 contributions
Why is Whistler being dishonest about refunds? We are out $1500 for passes we couldn’t use because we did the right thing and respected the stay at home orders. Whistler says they’re giving recounts but it’s not true - I’ve been refused and even though they say that stay at home orders now qualify they have ignored my three emails and when I call their insurance company they lie and say they’ll call back and weeks later they haven’t. Buyer beware - don’t go unless you want to be lied to and lose lots of money. Never going back unless we get our rightful refund
Chris-D7878
Spruce Grove, Canada373 contributions
I got my refund for all of our lift tickets 2-3 days after the date we were suppose to ski. Was very happy with the refund process. Didn’t even have to call them. All happened automatically.
Andrei
Portland, OR
Questions about April skiing:
- will the bottom of the main village still have snow to take advantage of booking a condo with (claimed) ski-in/out access to the Blackcomb Gandola (“Lower Merlins” blue run)?
- if all the snow is melted/unskiable in the Green zone (Magic Chair/Yellow Brick Road), where else can I take my 4 year old for green and short runs?
- can my wife take gondola rides as a tourist/not skier without ski pass?
- what’s the average overnight parking cost?
Thank you!
FeiTed
Hong Kong, China21 contributions
Parking depends on where you stay - some complexes don't charge, most do - check their website as parking is available in most complexes. Sightseeing - there is a charge to use the gondola - its not cheap. Child safe terrain - there is a lot more on Whistler than Blackcomb - free buses can take you from near your lodging to the Whistler lifts (use number 5 route) but there should be skiable terrain under the Magic chair.
J_Prizzle
West Midlands, UK180 contributions
Hi all, I'm travelling to Whistler Blackcomb the end of the month and have a couple of questions about my stay (asking for tips really)
Firstly, I'm used to skiing in Europe where it's a case of rising early, getting to the first lift and skiing until late afternoon - if you want the best conditions - However, a couple of people have advised that lift queues in Whistler can be monumental first thing and a lot of North Americans tend to have a large later breakfast, hit the slopes around 9:30 and skip lunch. Is this the norm?
Next (another European comparison) apres in Europe tends to begin early afternoon and can sometimes continue til' the early hours. What is the culture in Canada? Do they hit the drink as hard as Europeans?
Finally, is anybody prepared to offer a few local tips/hacks for making the most of our stay? We're a young British couple on our Honeymoon, we'll be there for 10 days at the end of Jan, we like to have a drink and a good time but also enjoy good food and wine.
Thanks in advance.
MiriamBailey
Perth, Australia71 contributions
I went in December - I got on the first lifts (8am ish) every day. My husband and kids came later around 1030 and the line was 30 -40 minutes long. Definately recommend getting there early as possible and don't come down for food - eat up top so you dont have to wait in line again OR take the excalibur gondola to Blackcomb and take the blackcomb gondola up, usually a lot less crowded
Ale G
Guadalajara, Mexico2 contributions
Hola!! A partir de qué día de noviembre se puede esquiar? Viajó del 11 al 18.. gracias
WhistlerBlackcomb
Whistler, British Columbia14 contributions
Hi.
The mountain opens for the Winter season the Thursday before American Thanksgiving. This year that date was November 28th.
Thank you, WB.
Hi
I would like to inquire about your 3 and 5 days ski camps. My girl is 7 years Old and My Boy is 10 years old. We arrive Whistler on Dec 23 and Depart on Dec 28. They had previous experience attending Ski School for 4-days last December.
Kindly recommend a program for them
Thanks
Kenneth
WhistlerBlackcomb
Whistler, British Columbia14 contributions
Hi Kenneth
Please contact our reservations team, as they will be able to chat you through the different options. Call: 1-800-766-0449 or email us. You can find a link to our reservations email address on our website, under contact us.
See you on the mountains! WB.
Betzabe Rivemar
Mexico City, Mexico40 contributions
Hola! Sabes cuanto cuesta el pase de un dia para esquiarv mas o menos? En la pagina ofocoal solo encuentro pases anuales de 500 dolares. Ojala te acuerdes y mil gracias por los tips
Carla M
Huixquilucan, Mexico89 contributions
Hola !!
Si vas en inviernonde este año, cuesta alrededor de $110 dólares canadienses x día, pero si lo compras por interet en la página oficial de Whistler (con tiempo) te puedes ahorrar alrededor de 30%.
Si planeas esquiar más de un día obviamente te conviene comprar todos los días al mismo tiempo porque sería más barato....y entre más días esquíes más barato te sale por día.
Y no tienes que esquiar todos los días seguido.
Que disfrutes tu viaje!!
Juliana Machado
Blumenau, SC6 contributions
Olá! Alguém consegue me dar dicas de aluguel de equipamento de snowboarding em whistler ?
WhistlerBlackcomb
Whistler, British Columbia14 contributions
Hi
Thanks for your question.
We have many rental locations for snowboarding equipment, including stores in Whistler Village, Upper Village and Creekside. This means you will have no problem finding a rental location close to your accommodation.
Give us a call on 1-800-766-0449 or check out the rental section of website for more information.
Thank you. WB.
Serene1975
3 contributions
Any idea which ski school should I book from? Do they also have rental for ski equipment and ski jacket/pants?
WhistlerBlackcomb
Whistler, British Columbia14 contributions
Hi
Thanks for your question.
Our goal is always to get you onto the snow as quickly as possible and our ski school is the best way to learn on the mountain.
As well as equipment rental we also offer ski clothing. Renting a ski jacket and pants will keep you warm and dry. We also advise you rent a helmet. We have many retail locations at all three mountain bases and throughout the valley.
Give us a call at 1-800-766-0449 or email our reservation team to chat through some options with you.
We can't wait to see you on the mountains this winter!
WB.
Hello
I would like to ask if skiing is open in mid-June ?
Thanks
WhistlerBlackcomb
Whistler, British Columbia14 contributions
Hi Go06534644570,
Summer glacier skiing is currently scheduled to be available between June 8 - July 14. As always, conditions are weather-dependent, and the shedule is subject to change.
Whistler Blackcomb
Tomas J
2 contributions
Es buen destino para esquiar primera semana de marzo ?
WhistlerBlackcomb
Whistler, British Columbia14 contributions
Hola Tomas J,
Sí, en Whistler Blackcomb disfrutamos de una de las estaciones de esquí más largas del mundo. El complejo permanece abierto hasta finales de mayo, y las condiciones en la primera semana de marzo son generalmente muy buenas.
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- (0.01 mi) Closest Accommodation To Both Whistler And Blackcomb Lifts
- (0.03 mi) Powders Edge
- (0.08 mi) Sundial Hotel
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- Restaurants near Whistler Blackcomb:
- (0.01 mi) Garibaldi Lift Co. Bar & Grill
- (0.03 mi) Teppan Village
- (0.04 mi) Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
- (0.07 mi) The Mexican Corner Restaurant
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