Welcome to Peak to Green Accommodations

Quick Facts

• Elevation: Village  670m (2,198ft)
• Population: 9,248 permanent residents as of 2006.
• Approximately 125kms (78 miles) north of Vancouver
• Accommodations: 115 hotels / condos / B&B's offering more than 8,400 rooms.
• Restaurants / Lounges / Bars: Approximately 93
• Retail Shops: Approximately 207

Services:

• Public Library
• Museum
• Swimming Pool
• Ice Rink - public skating
• Indoor tennis courts
• Spa facilities / Beauty Salons
• Movie theatre and video rentals
• Church Services

Why choose Whistler?

Our stats and rankings speak for themselves. Here's a brief overview:

• Greatest vertical/usable terrain for skiing/riding and other winter sports in North America.
• Consistently ranked in the top 5 for North American resorts selected by industry magazines such as SKI, SKIING, Powder, TransWorld Snowboarding and more.
• Best parks & pipes in North America.
• Largest above tree line terrain and bowls in North America.
• Long ski season with spring skiing and riding until mid-June.
• Amazing BC après ski and nightlife.
• World class shopping and dining.
• Glacier skiing – the only resort in North America where you can ski or ride on a glacier, right in the heart of the British Columbia mountains.
• Luxurious homes and townhomes nestled into the mountains
• And last but not least, we are also known for our friendly, Canadian hospitality!

Events and Activities

Whistler Spirit Run & Festival

The Whistler Spirit Run & Festival is a two-day cross-country and trail running event at Whistler Olympic and Paralympic Park. All ages and abilities are welcome with distances ranging from one to 10 kilometres. Visit www.whistlerspiritrun.com

Cheakamus Challenge
September

A mountain bike race like no other, the Cheakamus Challenge starts at the Squamish Airport and ends at Dusty's in Whistler Creekside. Featuring more than 2,000 metres of climbing and 40 kilometres of trail, this race will test your mettle with big climbs and high speed rolling terrain. Beginning at noon the Pique Newsmagazine Cheakamus Light offers an easier course for beginners and juniors. Visit www.cheakamuschallenge.ca

Whistler Spa Escapes

 
During the fall use your Visa card at select Whistler spas and be rewarded with big savings and special offers. Indulge with a relaxing massage, aromatherapy or rejuvenating facial and feel like the million dollar view that surrounds you. Visit www.whistler.com/spa_escapes/

Whistler Readers and Writers Festival
 

Whistler plays host to a variety of literary events celebrating the written word. Emerging and experienced writers will gather for various workshops and seminars that cater to diverse backgrounds and interests. Visit www.theviciouscircle.ca

Feast in the Mountains
 

This gourmet wandering picnic features the best of regional food and drink created by B.C. chefs, farmers, vintners and brewers and brings a little slow food to the heart of Whistler. Visit www.feastinthemountains.com

The B.C. 5 Peaks Trail Running Series comes to Whistler offering a range of courses from beginners to those seeking a greater challenge. It also includes the Scotiabank Children's Challenge for children up to 10 years of age. The race takes place on Whistler Mountain and includes steep climbs, sharp descents and craggy wilderness trails as well as amazing views of ancient glaciers, snowcapped peaks, dormant volcanoes and the stunning Coast Mountain Range. Visit www.speaks.com

Mountain West Music Fest

Roll out the picnic blankets, unleash the kids and rock out to the good vibes at the first Mountain West Music Fest, a weekend of live music in Whistler. Put together by the producer of the TELUS World Ski and Snowboard Festival, it's the best place to see what happens when the laid-back West Coast vibe gains a little altitude. Visit www.mountainwestmusicfest.com

Slow Food Cycle Sunday
August

The Sea to Sky's signature agritourism event, Slow Food Cycle Sunday blows the fast-food drive-through away. Take a pedal-powered trip through the natural buffet that is Pemberton Meadows farmland, to meet local growers and sample produce fresh from the field. Visit www.slowfoodcyclesunday.com

Kokanee Crankworx
August 7-15, 2010

One of the world's premier mountain bike festivals returns to Whistler in August for nine days of incredible, gravity-defying freeride competitions, pro riding demos, free music and entertainment and much more. Visit www.crankworx.com/whistler

Canadian National BBQ Championships
July 331-Aug 1, 2010

Dusty's Bar & BBQ in Creekside is home once again to the Canadian National BBQ Championships. Come along to enjoy live music and entertainment, taste some incredible food and see some of Canada's top BBQ pros battle it out to be named king of the BBQ. Visit www.whistlerblackcomb.com

What's On in Whistler - July 

July in Whistler brings endless sunny days, a number of exciting events and a huge range of activities to choose from. Those into the arts can choose to perfect their artistic skills at one of the Art Workshops on the Lake or take a leisurely stroll around the Village and enjoy the 6th Annual ArtWalk. Children are in for a treat when the Whistler Children's Art Festival returns to Whistler Creekside and foodies are in for a dining delight when Outstanding in the Field takes place in Pemberton. Meanwhile adventure seekers and active types can take part in the 2nd Annual Dragon Boat Festival or the B.C. Mountain Bike Race. And of course don't forget the endless list of activities available all summer long such as biking, hiking, golfing, rafting, horseback riding or zip trekking - just to name a few!

ArtWalk — July 1 - August 31

ArtWalk is a two-month free walking tour throughout Whistler Village showcasing the artistic talents of 72 regional artists and artisans in 40 host galleries. ArtWalk features the work of regional artists in Whistler cafés, retail outlets, commercial galleries, hotels and restaurants. Artists from Lions Bay to Lillooet showcase works of painting, photography, multi-media, pottery and jewellery. Participating venues will host opening receptions on Friday, July 3 and Friday, July 31 featuring live music, live art, walking art creations and dance. This year for the first time visitors can take part in a free tour of ArtWalk venues, tours run every Wednesday and Saturday at 1 p.m. Another new addition to ArtWalk this year is the Function Block pARTy, held at Whistler's Function Junction on July 17 and August 21. For a full list of participating venues and further details about special events visit Whistler Art Council.

Lunafliks — July 1 - August 26

Every Wednesday during July and August, Lunafliks presents Whistler's feisty summer outdoor film series. Listen to DJ tunes under the stars, and take in short films by local filmmakers and feature films shown on an oversized screen with a killer sound system. Bring your own seating and warm layers. In the event of rain, film screenings will be moved indoors. The film schedule, available at the end of June, can be found by visiting Luna Whistler.

Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake
Various dates throughout July 

The Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake continue throughout July, featuring two to four day workshops from introductory to advanced level instruction in oil, acrylic and watercolour painting, as well as life drawing and sketching. The program is inspired by the beautiful mountain environment of Whistler and Alta Lake Station House, the rustic heritage home located on the picturesque waterfront area of Alta Lake. For a full list of workshops happening throughout July and for details of the costs involved visit Whistler Art Council.

PEAK 2 PEAK Alpine Experience — June 6 - October 12

This summer Whistler Blackcomb's world record-setting PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola will transform the high alpine experience with new, awe-inspiring vistas as it bridges the gap between Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. The PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola travels a span of 4.4 kilometres/2.73 miles giving sightseers and hikers a one-of-a-kind adventure offering breathtaking views and access to more hiking trails than ever before. The official summer sightseeing and hiking season kicks off June 27 providing access to a 50-kilometre hiking network spread over 19 trails, including six new options on Blackcomb Mountain. From easy to epic, there's something for all levels of hiking ability. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities including hiking an ancient glacier, viewing an abundance of wildlife and wildflowers (late July/early August) or choose from one of the many unique mountain-top dining experiences. Website: www.whistlerblackcomb.com