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Castle Towers trail photo
Expert
Out & Back
Whistler

Castle Towers

Proceed cautiously on this 34.4-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This trail is great for camping and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance
34.4 km
Elevation
+2,739m
Time
3 h 40 min
No dogs Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife
Logger's Lake trail photo
Moderate
Out & Back
Whistler

Logger's Lake

Get to know this 10.3-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 8 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance
10.3 km
Elevation
+379m
Time
3 h 8 min
Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife
Conflict Lake trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
Whistler

Conflict Lake

Enjoy this 11.7-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 7 min to complete. This trail is great for birding and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through September.

Distance
11.7 km
Elevation
+302m
Time
3 h 7 min
Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife
Himmelsbach Hut - Flute Summit trail photo
Challenging
Out & Back
Whistler

Himmelsbach Hut - Flute Summit

Explore this 13.0-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 7 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance
13 km
Elevation
+807m
Time
5 h 7 min
No dogs Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife
Cougar Mountain trail photo
Very Hard
Out & Back
Whistler

Cougar Mountain

Check out this 7.9-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for hiking and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through April.

Distance
7.9 km
Elevation
+885m
Time
25 min
Forest Views Wildlife
Madeley Creek Loop trail photo
Easy
Loop
Whistler

Madeley Creek Loop

Check out this 4.2-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route. This is a popular trail for cross-country skiing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are December through March.

Distance
4.2 km
Elevation
+122m
Time
48 min
Kid friendly Forest Views
Nita Lake Paddle trail photo
Easy
Loop
Whistler

Nita Lake Paddle

Discover this 1.3-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route. This is a popular trail for paddle sports, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

Distance
1.3 km
Elevation
+57m
Time
36 min
Kid friendly Lake Views Wildlife
Overlord Mountain trail photo
Expert
Out & Back
Whistler

Overlord Mountain

Proceed cautiously on this 39.4-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance
39.4 km
Elevation
+2,565m
Time
14 min
No dogs Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife
Mount Sproatt East Approach trail photo
Hard
Out & Back
Whistler

Mount Sproatt East Approach

Enjoy this 10.0-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 9 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and snowshoeing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Distance
10 km
Elevation
+974m
Time
5 h 9 min
Forest Lake River Views Wildlife
Parkhurst Mountain trail photo
Expert
Out & Back
Whistler

Parkhurst Mountain

Discover this 16.9-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance
16.9 km
Elevation
+1,670m
Time
6 h 12 min
No dogs Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife
Big Timber Loop trail photo
Moderate
Loop
Whistler

Big Timber Loop

Enjoy this 3.2-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 11 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance
3.2 km
Elevation
+181m
Time
1 h 11 min
Dogs on leash Forest River Wildflowers Wildlife
Callaghan Waterfalls Trail trail photo
Moderate
Out & Back
Whistler

Callaghan Waterfalls Trail

Get to know this 0.6-km out-and-back trail near Black Tusk Village, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 16 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through November.

Distance
0.6 km
Elevation
+45m
Time
16 min
Forest River Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife
Jane Lakes Loop trail photo
Challenging
Loop
Whistler

Jane Lakes Loop

Head out on this 18.0-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 49 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, cross-country skiing, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance
18 km
Elevation
+759m
Time
5 h 49 min
Dog friendly Forest Lake River Wildflowers Wildlife
Cheakamus Farside Trail trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
Whistler

Cheakamus Farside Trail

Explore this 7.1-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 3 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance
7.1 km
Elevation
+229m
Time
2 h 3 min
Dog friendly Forest River Wildflowers Wildlife
Cheakamus River Suspension Bridge Loop trail photo
Easy
Loop
Whistler

Cheakamus River Suspension Bridge Loop

Explore this 5.3-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 30 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance
5.3 km
Elevation
+162m
Time
1 h 30 min
Dog friendly Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife
Metal Dome via Callaghan Creek trail photo
Hard
Out & Back
Whistler

Metal Dome via Callaghan Creek

Head out on this 18.3-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 54 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance
18.3 km
Elevation
+1,332m
Time
7 h 54 min
Forest Views
Tricouni Berg Lake Trail trail photo
Moderate
Out & Back
Whistler

Tricouni Berg Lake Trail

Experience this 8.2-km out-and-back trail near Squamish-Lillooet Regional, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 16 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through August.

Distance
8.2 km
Elevation
+519m
Time
3 h 16 min
Forest Lake Views Wildflowers
Cirque Lake Trail trail photo
Hard
Out & Back
Whistler

Cirque Lake Trail

Experience this 3.2-km out-and-back trail near Squamish-Lillooet Regional, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 48 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, paddle sports, and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance
3.2 km
Elevation
+354m
Time
1 h 48 min
Dogs on leash Beach Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife