Whistler: The Ultimate Mountain Escape​

Whistler is a world-famous mountain resort town located about 120 km (75 miles) north of Vancouver. The drive takes roughly 1.5 to 2 hours, but it's more than just a commute—it's an experience in itself. Traveling along Highway 99, better known as the Sea-to-Sky Highway, offers breathtaking views of coastal mountains, shimmering fjords, and cascading waterfalls.

Shannon Falls : Located just 1 hour towards Whistler in the Village of Squamish, Shannon Falls is one of BC’s tallest waterfalls, plunging 335 meters (1,099 feet) down rugged cliffs.

Stawamus Chief (The Chief) : The Chief is a granite monolith towering 702 meters (2,303 feet) over Squamish. It’s one of the largest freestanding granite formations in the world and a sacred site for the local Indigenous people.
Brandywine Falls : About 20 minutes before reaching Whistler, Brandywine Falls offers a spectacular 70-meter (230-foot) drop. A short, easy walk leads to a viewpoint where visitors can take in the dramatic landscape.

Whistler Train Wreck: This hidden gem, just outside Whistler, features colorful, graffiti-covered train cars abandoned in a forest since a derailment in the 1950s. A scenic trail leads to this quirky outdoor art exhibit, complete with a suspension bridge over the Cheakamus River.

Britannia Mine Museum : This is a fascinating historical site that tells the story of one of Canada’s most significant largest copper mines in the British Empire, the Britannia Mine operated from 1904 to 1974, producing over 50 million tons of ore during its lifetime. This museum, housed in the original mining town of Britannia Beach, offers an immersive experience into the lives of miners and the incredible engineering behind large-scale mining operations. Take The Underground Tour, into an old mining tunnel and ride a mine train, just like the workers did decades ago. stop for a Sound & Light Show inside the iconic Mill No. 3. Try your luck at gold panning, just as early prospectors did. Explore displays of mining artifacts, interactive exhibits, and stories of the people who lived and worked in Britannia Beach.

​Whistler gained global fame as a major venue for the 2010 Winter Olympics, hosting alpine skiing, bobsled, and other winter sports. Visitors can explore the Olympic Plaza, where the medal ceremonies took place, or visit the Whistler Sliding Centre, where you can try bob-sleighing down an Olympic track.

One of Whistler's biggest attractions is the Peak 2 Peak Gondola, the world’s longest free-standing gondola, spanning 4.4 km (2.7 miles) between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. With glass-bottom cabins available, it provides stunning 360-degree views of alpine peaks, glaciers, and deep valleys.

Whistler gets its name from the hoary marmots that inhabit the alpine areas. These small, furry creatures are known for their high-pitched whistling calls, which they use to communicate and warn each other of danger.

​Whether you're visiting in winter for world-class skiing or in summer for hiking, biking, and sightseeing, Whistler is a must-visit destination in British Columbia. The journey itself—filled with stunning waterfalls, towering mountains, and scenic stops—makes the trip unforgettable.