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Whistler: the Peak 2 Peak and the Sea-to-Sky

North America's largest ski area in winter, alpine hiking and lakes in summer.

Whistler Blackcomb is the largest ski resort in North America, and the Peak 2 Peak Gondola linking its two mountains is the most cited experience, in winter and summer alike. The season usually runs from late November to April.

In summer the mountains offer alpine hiking, mountain biking and lakes such as Alta and Green Lake, and the Scandinave Spa is a pleasure in any season. The drive from Vancouver along the Sea-to-Sky Highway, about two hours, is one of the most beautiful in Canada.

Skiing Whistler Blackcomb

Whistler Blackcomb, two mountains linked by the Peak 2 Peak gondola, is one of the largest ski resorts in North America and the most cited reason to visit Whistler in winter, with more than 200 runs and alpine bowls. The resort hosted events of the 2010 Winter Olympics.

The season usually runs from late November to April, and the pedestrian village at the base has restaurants, spas and après-ski. Heli-skiing in the Coast Mountains is available for experts, and the Scandinave Spa offers outdoor thermal pools.

Whistler in summer

In summer, Whistler becomes one of the most cited mountain destinations in Canada: its bike park is world-famous, hiking trails lead to turquoise lakes such as Joffre Lakes, and the Peak 2 Peak gondola offers views of glaciers.

The Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre introduces the First Nations of the region, and the Sea-to-Sky Gondola near Squamish has a suspension bridge above Howe Sound. Lakes such as Alta and Lost Lake are perfect for paddleboarding.