Whistler Parks and Gardens

(Whistler, British Columbia - BC, Canada)

Around the Whistler area and some very appealing parks, which really come to life in the spring, and the cold winter season quickly becomes a thing of the past. Summer offers a range of outdoor attractions around Whistler, with beaches being available at both Rainbow park and Lost Lake.

When the sun in high in the sky and clouds are nowhere to be seen, there really is no nicer place to spend an afternoon than the Lakeside Park, close to the Blueberry Hill area. However, when the snowy winter arrives, the Coca-Cola Tube Park and its inflatable 'tubes' offers a very easy alternative to those not wishing to ski or snowboard, being highly suitable for children.

Rainbow Park

Address: Whistler Valley, Alta Lake Road, Whistler, British Columbia (BC), Canada, CA
Lying on the westerly side of the Whistler Valley, the popular Rainbow Park is easy to reach on the Valley Trail and close to the Alta Lake Road. This is a very popular spot and affords a plethora of seasonal recreational activities, such as picnicking, volleyball and even swimming, with its sandy beachfront and relatively shallow waters being especially suitable for those holidaying with young children. Of interest, Rainbow Park is actually the location of the former Rainbow Lodge.
Open hours: daily - 24 hours
Admission: free

Coca-Cola Tube Park

Address: Blackcomb Mountain Resort, Whistler, V0N 1B4, British Columbia (BC), Canada, CA
Tel: +1 604 932 3434
The Coca-Cola Tube Park is a relatively new addition to the winter attractions of Whistler and arrived in the Blackcomb Mountain Resort at the start of the 2005 winter season. Tubing consists of zooming down a fairly gentle slope onboard a round inflatable craft, with clearly defined, carved lanes to safely guide you on your way. The Coca-Cola Tube Park is located within Blackcomb's Base 2 Zone and features around eight different lanes of varying speeds, each stretching around 300 metres / 985 feet in length. Fire pits are usually close by should you need to warm up, while a lift is on hand, meaning that you can easily reach the top and save your energy for the exciting ride back down again.
Open hours: mid-December to March, Sunday to Wednesday - 10:00 to 20:00, Thursday to Saturday - 10:00 to 21:00
Admission: charge, discounts for children

Lost Lake Park

Address: Lost Lake Park, Whistler, British Columbia (BC), Canada, CA
Situated on the eastern side of Whistler Village, where it truly dominates the area by its sheer size, the Lost Lake Park encompasses the Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Club, which has become a leading local attraction very much in its own right. Those visiting Lost Lake Park will be able to enjoy time spent swimming in the shallow waters, sunbathing on the attractive beach, barbecuing in the picnic area, walking along the innumerable lakeside trails. In the summer months, Lost Lake Park is linked to the Blackcomb area and Gondola Transit Exchange by regular shuttle buses, which operate complete free of charge. During the winter season, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing becomes the order of the day.
Open hours: daily - 24 hours
Admission: free

Lakeside Park

Address: Lakeside Road, Alta Lake, Whistler, British Columbia (BC), Canada, CA
Many locals and tourists flock to Lakeside on the hottest days, cooling down with a dip in the calm and rather inviting waters, which are crystal clear and well worth experiencing. Families will appreciate the children's playground area, while others may be interested to hire a kayak and explore the shoreline of the Alta Lake itself.
Open hours: daily - 24 hours
Admission: free