Dog Sled Tours in Whistler

Posted on January 27, 2016 by Whistler Maps

Winter Dogsledding Tours.

Dog Sledding is the classic Canadian winter experience.

Travel through Whistler’s pristine backcountry on a sled pulled by powerful sled dog Huskies.

Enjoy the Canadian Wilderness Adventure at Callaghan… Let your eager and powerful dog team lead you into the magnificent old growth forest of the Callaghan Valley. Stop for a rest at an abandoned trapper’s camp on Totem Lake and learn about the history of our Canadian fur trappers and there dog sledding adventures. Join your professional musher in harnessing and staging the dogs, learn the dog sledding commands and how to handle a dog sled. Relax with your family as you ride your dog sled along a mellow mix of open and winding trails for an unforgettable winter journey.

Or Blackcomb Dog Sled option in Soo Valley… This winter, reunite yourself with ‘man’s best friend’ as you experience the beautiful backcountry in pure Canadian style; by dogsled.

Join your musher in harnessing and staging the dogs, learn the commands and brace yourself for an everlasting memory in the making. Grab yourself a blanket and snuggle up in our comfortable sleds– or step onto the musher’s runners if you’re feeling adventurous.

Sit back and enjoy your timeless ride as you’re whisked away under snow-covered alpines and unforgettable views of the Callaghan Valley, just south of Whistler. At the end of your journey, warm up with a hot cup of apple cider and snack, and get one visit in in with our dogs – this truly is a once in a lifetime adventure.

Suitable for all ages and abilities.
Learn about the history of dog sledding.
Learn about the unique physiology and incredible skills of the specially bredArctic sled dogs.
Drink and snack included.
Sleds can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child.
Available December through April.

Whistler Dog Sled Tour Videos:

Blackcomb Dog Sled

Offers 2 tours each 2.5 hours in duration, Mountain Mushing in the Callaghan Valley and Champagne and Moondogs, an evening tour.

Canadian Wilderness Adventures

Offers a 2.5 to 3 hour tour called Trapper’s Run in the Callaghan Valley.

Tour Reviews for Whistler Dog Sledding

Blackcomb Dog Sled Trip Advisor Reviews

Canadian Wilderness Adventures Yelp Reviews

Whistler Vacation Rental Deals…

Find a great Whistler rental for your holiday. Guaranteed Scam Free. Discount Lift Tickets.

Whistler Nordic X-Country Skiing

Posted on January 14, 2016 by Whistler Maps

Cross Country Skiing in Whistler.

Want to experience world-class nordic skiing? Head to Whistler, the official venue for Nordic events during the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

Whistler is a cross country skiing paradise where pristine mountain wilderness meets Olympic-rate trails.

Over 160 kms of trails for all ability levels and styles means plenty of variety for extended ski vacations. Bring your own skis or hop on a pair of rentals and get that heart pumping as you experience the wonders of Lost Lake, Whistler Olympic Park and the Whistler Valley Trail.

Nordic Skiing at Whistler Olympic Park

With access to almost 90km of trails groomed for both classic and skate skiing — 30km of which are dog friendly — there’s no shortage of cross-country exploration at Whistler Olympic Park. Whatever your ability, scenic and legendary trails accommodate all levels of ambitions and enthusiasm. Get your endorphins going well into the evening (night skiing offered Wednesdays mid-winter).

Rent equipment on site and take a lesson in classic or skate skiing at a world class facility.

On Wednesdays until the end of February, the Park will be open until 9:00 pm,and trail tickets are only $5!

‘Fat Tire’ biking is now possible at Whistler Olympic Park!

During all normal operating hours, fat tire bikes are permitted on designated trails throughout Whistler Olympic Park, assessed on a daily basis. Check with the Guest Services team for the trails open for the day, as they may differ depending on weather, snow conditions and user compatibility. Access to Fat Tire Biking requires a valid season pass or a cross country day ticket.

Daily Whistler Village Shuttle Bus to Whistler Olympic Park

It operates daily between December 19, 2015 and April 3, 2016, Whistler pick-up is at 9:45am at the Gondola Transit Exchange loop (10:00am in Creekside/in front of Legends hotel), it leaves Whistler Olympic Park at 2:30pm to return to Whistler Village.

Lost Lake Cross Country and Snowshoe Trails

Lost Lake offers 25 km of cross country trails and 15 km of snowshoe and Nordic hiking trails with incredible views of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. The cross country trails are groomed daily for classic and skate techniques, with four kilometres lit for night skiing.

The cross country ski season typically runs mid-December to the end of March, depending on weather. Operating hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., with alternative hours on holidays.

Lost Lake Park is located a short walk from the Village, Day Lot 4 and 5 and can be accessed with the free Village Shuttle at the Day Lot 4 drop off.

604-935-PLAY(7529) for daily trail updates and conditions

Cross Country Skiing on the Valley Trail

Update December 15, 2015
The Valley Trail from Meadow Park to Rainbow Park is groomed and trackset for cross country skiing this winter.

Dog owners are welcome to ski, snowshoe or walk the trail. There is no trail fee and the trails are groomed approximately every three days.

Ski Callaghan

North America’s most unique and diverse Nordic Center. Located close to Whistler BC, Ski Callaghan is your perfect cross country skiing get-away. With over 130km to explore by ski or snowshoe, a new snowy adventure awaits every time you visit!

Ski Callaghan offers many activities the entire family can enjoy, including many dog friendly trails, groomed trails for skate skiing and classic XC skiing, wilderness trails for backcountry ski touring access, and beginner to advanced trails for snowshoeing.

Great Vacation Rentals for Whistler Cross Country Skiers…

VRBO (by Owner) chalets, cabins, townhomes & condos. Forget Craigslist or AirBnB and search our network of scam-free Whistler Rentals here.

Heli Skiing Whistler Heli Boarding

Posted on January 6, 2016 by Whistler Maps

Whistler Resort Heli Boarding or Skiing.

Skip lift lines and Crowds. Access untouched mountains, untracked powder, and prime BC alpine terrain.

Whistler heli skiing companies have the highest standard of pilots. Professional guides are expertly trained with years of experience.

It’s an exhilarating experience to rival all else – unadulterated skiing and uninterrupted snowboarding down 6000 feet of powder. That’s the way it should be.

Whistler Heli Skiing Video:

Transform your ski holiday into a dream holiday. If you can ski or ride blue runs (intermediate) then you can heli-ski in Whistler! No previous powder experience is necessary. With exclusive rights to 432,000 acres of big mountain terrain that includes 173 glaciers and 475 runs, Whistler Heli-Skiing is Whistler’s most popular heli-skiing company.

All tours are led by certified guides.
Group, private and multi-day adventures available.
Tours include lunch, avalanche safety equipment and return ground transportation from Whistler Village.
Available December through April.

Whistler Heli Ski and Heli Boarding Company Reviews:

Coast Range Heli Skiing – read TripAdvisor Reviews
Powder Mountain – TripAdvisor Reviews
Whistler Heli-Skiing – Reviews by TripAdvisor

Whistler Hotel Maps

Find Whistler's Best Hotels :: Whistler Hotel Maps

Tag Archives: Whistler Activities