Forecast today: Light snow
Weekly programme, social hour, and contact details
The purpose-built resort village makes for a great base, with a vast array of bars and restaurants to suit most budgets, as well as some great shopping options. Whistler’s choice of accommodation is equally wide-ranging, but it does book out fast – especially if the heart of town.
The resort has an excellent combination of tree-lined slopes and vast alpine bowls – all of which are regularly topped up by the 11.7m of snow that drops on the resort annually. Although perhaps best known for its off piste and advanced trails, both Whistler and Blackcomb have something for everyone – there’s a massive 8171 acres of in-bounds terrain (the most in North America) to choose from after all.
The town of Whistler is not even 50 years old, but it has quickly become one of the world’s premier resorts. There are three main bases – Creekside is quieter, Upper Village is based around the bottom of Blackcomb and Whistler Village is the main hub of the town. All three have car-free centres and a wide variety of places to eat, drink and shop. Large condo and hotel blocks form the bulk of the resort’s accommodation, but Airbnb in particular has opened up a wider variety of options.
This is a great resort for families, although the costs can stack up. The ski school is first class and there is loads to do away from the slopes, including the popular Magic Castle on Blackcomb, dog sledding rides and the extremely popular Coca-Cola Tube Park. Self-catering condos are aplenty in town, making for an attractive alternative for families to the European-style chalet or hotel holiday.
There are numerous après options at the base of all three mountains. Our top pics would be Merlin’s at the base of Blackcomb, Dusty’s at the foot of the 2010 Olympic Downhill in Creekside or Whistler BrewHouse for local craft beers. Try to visit during happy hour, which also tends to coincide with live music and the best atmosphere after a day on the hill.
Vail Resorts have not yet confirmed closing dates for many of their resorts.
Some mountain sectors close earlier, for example the entirety of Blackcomb Mountain (and the Peak2Peak access gondola from Whistler Mountain) will close in mid-April 2025.
Lift pass prices are notoriously expensive at Whistler, especially during peak periods and around US Public Holidays (opening week, Christmas & New Year, MLK day weekend, and President’s Day weekend); a week’s skiing can easily set you back close to £1,000 per adult during these periods. Consider the Epic Pass, a multi-resort pass operated by the resort owner Vail Resorts that offers between one day and a season pass for far cheaper than the standard day rates, and also offer discounts at on-mountain eateries.
Plan ahead, though, as the Epic Pass goes on sale in March for the following season, and can be removed from sale in the Autumn.
The below table lists pass rates (including 5% sales tax) available online until 9 October 2024 – these rates are currently around 50-65% cheaper than at the ticket office window.
// | 1 Day | 3 Days | 6 Days |
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Peak Dates (29/30 Nov, 26-31 Dec, 18 Jan, Feb 15-16) | |||
Adult (13-99yo) | CA$153.53 | CA$431.55 | CA$790.65 |
Child (7-12yo) | CA$78.75 | CA$216.30 | CA$395.85 |
Off Peak Dates | |||
Adult (13-99yo) | CA$132.30 | CA$365.40 | CA$668.65 |
Child (7-12yo) | CA$66.15 | CA$183.75 | CA$336 |
Flurries at valley level soon gave way to clear skies this morning. Views of shimmering forest and sparkling snow capped peaks soon rewarded those that saw little yesterday. A mere 3cm top up last night added to the huge tally of fresh and hope was soon hinged on the alpine opening. Whilst we waited, there was plenty of good skiing to get after. Dave Murray’s fluffy pow humps, Raftink, and a mighty fine Zuddrell’s. Such delights kept us in high spirits until we decided to brave the queue for the T-Bars to head over to Harmony. However, a lift malfunction forced us toward a serendipitous Franz’s Meadows, lower V.D. and the creek – an amazing run! So beautiful in there and the snow was great. Eventually we got over into Harmony via Die Hard and also found good snow in McConkey’s. Little Whistler into Ridge Run was fun, but we did find some heavier snow at the bottom of the of Ridge Run. Fab cruising home brought us to a late Hunter Gather lunch and Brickworks social. Another super day! Run of the day: Lower V.D. Chutes. Fact of the day: The Peak 2 Peak gondola it the highest and longest continuous lift system in the world.
Light snow flurries and some thick cloud drifting in and out for most of the day. At times things cleared up for some stunning views.
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Snow expected | 0.1 cm | 0 cm | 0.3 cm | 1.2 cm | 0.4 cm | 1 cm | 0.1 cm | 0.2 cm | 0 cm | 1.1 cm | 1.2 cm | 0.8 cm | 2.9 cm | 0.9 cm | 0.4 cm | 1.3 cm | 0.5 cm | 0.2 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.4 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.1 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.4 cm | 0.9 cm | 1.1 cm |
Max temp | 0.4°c | 2°c | 1.4°c | -1°c | 0°c | -0.6°c | -2.6°c | -0.4°c | -0.8°c | -1.8°c | 0.2°c | -0.4°c | -0.4°c | 1.4°c | 0.6°c | -0.2°c | 1.4°c | 0.6°c | -0.2°c | 2°c | 1.6°c | 0.2°c | 2°c | 1.4°c | 1.4°c | 3.2°c | 2.4°c | 0.6°c | 2°c | 1°c |
Min temp | -3°c | 0.4°c | -2°c | -2.8°c | -1°c | -5.8°c | -7.6°c | -2.6°c | -6°c | -6°c | -1.8°c | -4°c | -3.4°c | -0.4°c | -4.2°c | -5.6°c | -0.2°c | -5.2°c | -6.6°c | -0.2°c | -4.8°c | -5.6°c | 0.2°c | -3°c | -3.2°c | 1.4°c | -3°c | -4°c | 0.6°c | -3.2°c |
Feels like temp | -3°c | -2.8°c | -1.4°c | -2.8°c | -3.9°c | -0.6°c | -7.2°c | -2.6°c | -0.8°c | -5.4°c | -1.8°c | -0.4°c | -7°c | -4.1°c | -2.9°c | -5.6°c | -0.2°c | 0.5°c | -6.6°c | -0.2°c | 1.4°c | -5.6°c | -2.4°c | -1.2°c | -3.2°c | 1.3°c | -0.3°c | -7.5°c | -2.4°c | -1.8°c |
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Snow expected | 0.1 cm | 0 cm | 0.3 cm |
Max temp | 0.4°c | 2°c | 1.4°c |
Min temp | -3°c | 0.4°c | -2°c |
Feels like temp | -3°c | -2.8°c | -1.4°c |
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Snow expected | 1.2 cm | 0.4 cm | 1 cm |
Max temp | -1°c | 0°c | -0.6°c |
Min temp | -2.8°c | -1°c | -5.8°c |
Feels like temp | -2.8°c | -3.9°c | -0.6°c |
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Snow expected | 6.5 cm | 9.4 cm | 3.3 cm | 0.9 cm | 1.5 cm | 0.8 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.1 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.7 cm | 3.7 cm | 6.1 cm | 15.8 cm | 9 cm | 5.4 cm | 1.1 cm | 0.1 cm | 0.1 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.3 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 1 cm | 3 cm | 0 cm | 6.3 cm | 7.4 cm | 2.7 cm | 5.9 cm |
Max temp | 2.6°c | 3.4°c | 2.8°c | 0.2°c | 2°c | 1.2°c | -1°c | 2.4°c | 2.2°c | 1.2°c | 3.2°c | 2.6°c | 1.6°c | 3.2°c | 2.6°c | 1.6°c | 3.8°c | 3.4°c | 1.2°c | 3.6°c | 3°c | 1.2°c | 4.6°c | 4.4°c | 2.2°c | 4.2°c | 3.6°c | 1.4°c | 3.6°c | 3°c |
Min temp | 0°c | 2.6°c | -1°c | -2.8°c | 0.2°c | -3.8°c | -6°c | -1°c | -2.8°c | -3.4°c | 1.2°c | -0.2°c | -0.8°c | 1.6°c | -1°c | -2.2°c | 1.6°c | -3°c | -4.2°c | 1.2°c | -2°c | -3.4°c | 1.2°c | -0.8°c | -1.6°c | 2.2°c | -0.2°c | -1.2°c | 1.4°c | -0.6°c |
Feels like temp | 0°c | 2.4°c | 2.6°c | -2.4°c | 0.2°c | 1.1°c | -5.8°c | -1°c | 2°c | -3.4°c | 1.1°c | 2.4°c | -0.4°c | -1.1°c | 0.2°c | -2°c | 1.5°c | 3.1°c | -4.2°c | 1.1°c | 2.7°c | -3.2°c | 1.1°c | 4°c | -1.6°c | 2°c | 3.3°c | -0.6°c | 1.3°c | 2.8°c |
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Snow expected | 6.5 cm | 9.4 cm | 3.3 cm |
Max temp | 2.6°c | 3.4°c | 2.8°c |
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Snow expected | 0.9 cm | 1.5 cm | 0.8 cm |
Max temp | 0.2°c | 2°c | 1.2°c |
Min temp | -2.8°c | 0.2°c | -3.8°c |
Feels like temp | -2.4°c | 0.2°c | 1.1°c |
Snowfall | Last Snowfall | 11/03/2025 |
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Next 3 days | 5.9 cm | |
Depths | Upper piste depth | 272 cm |
Lower piste depth | No information | |
Snow conditions | Snow quality | Powder snow |
Lifts | Lifts open | 25 out of 27 |
Resort opening date | Thu 21 Nov 2024 | |
Resort closing date | Mon 21 Apr 2025 |
Updated 11/03
Cold and snow conditions will move across the Coastal ranges for much of this weekend and into the week. Almost continuous snowfall throughout this period will bring 25cm. Temperatures remain cool-to-cold with -4°C expected as daytime highs at 1,500m. Whilst Avalanche Canada have repealed their nationwide special warning notice, this new snow will still fall on a persistent weak layer that has been causing issues all season; the avalanche forecast remains consistently at Level 3 (Considerable) for this week for Whistler and the immediate surrounding area.
Further inland, this snowfall reaches the BC Interior and Rockies later in the week, with around 10-20cm down in parts. Things turn cold for this period, with highs of -10°C possible at times.
Bitterly cold conditions over the St Lawrence give way later this week to mild temperatures and, through this weekend, rain.
Log your upcoming trip to Whistler now via the “My Trips” function on the Ski Club App to let your Rep know when you’ll be in resort. View contact details, meeting times & points, and social hour details now.
Check out the programme below for meeting times and locations throughout the Reps’ time in resort. Please note these may be subject to change depending on Rep and external factors, such as weather. Meet your Rep at the social hour below, or reach out to them using the contact number or via the Ski Club App.
Day | Meeting time | Club Itinerary | Meeting place |
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Sunday | 9:15am | All Welcome – Except Beginners | Outside Black’s Pub |
Monday | 8:50am | Strong Intermediates | Outside Black’s Pub |
Tuesday | 8:50am | Advanced/Expert | Outside Black’s Pub |
Wednesday | 8:50am | Strong Intermediate | Outside Black’s Pub |
Thursday | TBC | Backcountry (Advanced/Expert) | Contact Rep |
Friday | 8:50am | Strong Intermediate+ | Outside Black’s Pub |
Saturday | Day Off | Day Off | Day Off |
Reminder: When heading off piste or into the backcountry, all skiers & snowboarders must be skiing in line with the Club’s Off Piste Policy, i.e. skiing with avalanche transceiver, shovel, and probe.
Please also make sure to check in with the rep ahead of your trip to work out ski groups for the week.
Your Ski Club Reps are in resort for one reason only; to help you discover better skiing. They are your personal resort gurus, with years of experience skiing here and around the world, who will bring you and your fellow Members together to conquer the mountain! Stay up to date with everything in resort, find the best spots for an après beer, and ski to your heart’s content.
Our Reps will be in resort between 4 January and 11 April 2025, skiing six days a week – Reps’ day off/changeover day is Saturday in this resort. Log your upcoming trip to Whistler now via the “My Trips” function on the Ski Club App to let your Rep know when you’ll be in resort. View contact details, meeting times & points, and social hour details now.
Like many British skiers, Ryan's ski journey began with a wet and wild school trip to Norway. Eleven years old and instantly hooked, even the -36° plus wind chill that closed the resort couldn't halt such enthusiasm.
Nowadays, when not exploring or photographing snowy nooks and crannies all over the world, you'll likely find him at Whistler Blackcomb.
Away from the hills, Ryan is an aspiring screenwriter, currently with two features to his name (one of which, of course, is a bloody ski horror!)
You can find him at rdcrisp.com