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OutsideMay 11

Is This North America's Best Summer Getaway?

Whistler has a well-deserved reputation for winter adventure, but Canada’s premier mountain resort might just be even better after the snow melts

oysters to cap off the day

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PEAK 2 PEAK GondolaSightconnects Whistler and Blackcomb mountains with eagle-eye views
Harmony LakeSightmellow loops with wildflowers and crystal tarns
High Note TrailTrail5.8-mile exposed traverse with wildflowers
Black TuskSightdark lava spire with glacier-draped volcano beyond
Whistler Mountain Bike ParkSightover 120 lift-served trails for all abilities
Alta LakeSightwatercraft rentals and SUP sessions
Elaho RiverSightIt is a tributary of the Squamish River and is known for its whitewater rafting and kayaking as well as for the intense…
Lost LakeSightlocals swim between rides
Valley TrailTrailconnects lakes and sights by bike
Brandywine FallsNature reserve230-foot cascade into volcanic canyon
Garibaldi Provincial ParkPlaceglacier-fed lakes and quiet miles
Panorama PointSightrewards bigger efforts in Garibaldi Park
Whistler VillageNeighborhoodbuzzes with energy, concerts, patios, events
Nourish Whistler Wellness SeriesFestivalseasonal event through June
CrankworxFestivalJuly 24 to August 2
PurebreadCafépastries for fuel
AraxiRestaurantoysters to cap off the day
Bar OsoBartapas to cap off the day
GaribaldiPub
Rainbow ParkPark
Squamish RiverSight

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Condé Nast TravelerFeb 1

9 Must-Visit Ski Resorts in British Columbia, Canada's Ultimate Winter Playground

From Whistler Blackcomb's legendary slopes to steep-and-deep Revelstoke, these are the top destinations for your next trip to the Canadian Rockies.

Must for oysters, seasonal menus, enviable wine list

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PEAK 2 PEAK GondolaSightConnects two massive mountains
AraxiRestaurantMust for oysters, seasonal menus, enviable wine list
Whistler BlackcombSightLargest resort in North America with 8,171 acres
Whistler Heli-SkiingPlaceLargest heli-skiing operation, 45 years old
Phantom Heli-SkiPlaceOffers over 200,000 acres
Coast Range Heli-SkiPlaceNewly relaunched, offers over 200,000 acres
Wild BlueRestaurantElevated Pacific Northwest cuisine, best cocktail program
Bearfoot BistroRestaurantUpscale combination of modern and classic
Sushi VillageRestaurantA Whistler institution for dinner
Garibaldi Lift Company Bar and GrillRestaurantKnown locally as GLC, for après in Whistler Village
Dusty's BBQRestaurantPacked in Creekside for food, live music, happy hour
Lakeside LoungeRestaurantUpscale après with craft cocktails and small plates
Nita Lake LodgeHotelBoutique lodge in Creekside with suites, mountain style
Fairmont Château WhistlerHotelClassic luxury, looks like a fairytale castle
Four Seasons Resort and Residences WhistlerHotelBlends modern conveniences with natural stone and wood
The SundialHotelBoutique hotel in the heart of the village
Wedge Mountain LodgeHotelFirst-rate group stay with 10 bedrooms, Nordic spa
EvolutionHotel
LegendsHotel
First TracksHotel
Elsewhere
Fernie Alpine ResortSightFernie, CanadaLegendary for powder, famous for five massive bowls
Island Lake LodgeHotelFernie, CanadaPremier cat skiing operation with 7,000 acres
Cirque Restaurant and BarRestaurantFernie, CanadaElevated après and dinner with hearty fare, ice bar
NevadosRestaurantFernie, CanadaPopular Latin-fusion spot with mouthwatering tapas
YamagoyaRestaurantFernie, CanadaBustling, no-reservations sushi spot, best Japanese food

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Is This North America's Best Summer Getaway?

9 Must-Visit Ski Resorts in British Columbia, Canada's Ultimate Winter Playground