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Whistler is a mountain biking Mecca. We accommodate all types of riders, offering downhill, technical single track, cross country, wide single track and the paved valley trail. There is something for everyone.
The Valley Trail
The 35-kilometre paved multi-use Valley Trail will soon extend from Cheakamus Crossing in the south to Emerald Estates in the north connecting Whistler's neighbourhoods and schools to Whistler Village, Creekside, and the community's many destination parks.
The Valley Trail is a commuter router for residents, and one of Whistler's top visitor attractions. Large trail maps are located at key junctions, and pocket maps are available at most bike rental outlets. Please, share the trail, keep to your right and don't speed. Motorized vehicles (including mini bikes) are prohibited.
Download a WhistlerHikingBikingMap 5.46 Mb, which includes the Valley Trail.
New in 2010 - WHistler Valley SingleTrack Suggested Route
For residents and visitors, who want to get off the Valley Trail, Whistler has developed the “Valley Singletrack” suggested route. Intended as a recreational ride, rather than a commuting option, the route design allows guests to enjoy a 2-4 hour single track valley bottom ride on a mix of intermediate to advanced trails that are well marked with orange signs and symbols through Lost Lake Park, Cut yer bars, Emerald Forest, and River Runs Through It. Signage and updated maps take the guess work out of the ride.
Download the WhistlerValleySingletrack Map1.83 Mb
Popular Lost Lake Park offers both single and wide single track with plush gravel, particularly suited to beginner  riders or those who want to take it easy. Along with Lost Lake Loop, Panorama and Old Mill Road, beginners will like Tin Pants, Molly Hogan, Gypsy Drum, Donkey Puncher, Tommy Moore, and Hooktender. Advanced riders will find the Frank Zappa single-track series (Fountain of Love, Pinocchio's Furniture, Disco Boy, Dwarf Nebula and Jellyroll, Gumdrop) more challenging and fun. Trail map signboards are located at key access points.
Download the Lost Lake Map 23.7 Mb
Beginner Trails
In addition to the beginner trails at Lost Lake, the Whistler Interpretive Forest across from Function Junction, offers a great network of interpretive multi-use trails: Riverside Trail, Far Side Trail, Ridge Trail and Highline. Ride to Loggers Lake for a swim, cross the Don MacLaurin suspension bridge and return to the forest entrance on the Far Side trail, or coast downhill via the East Side Main (Cheakamus Lake Road).
 Cheakamus Lake, part of Garibaldi Provincial Park, also offers an easy single-track ride to a spectacular mountain lake. Pack a lunch and a fishing rod. Be advised that the trail is busy with hikers in the summer months and dogs are not permitted inside Garibaldi Park. Vehicles -- including mini bikes -- are prohibited.
Download the Whistler Interpretive Forest Map 461.84 Kb
Intermediate Trails
Trash in Function Junction offers some outstanding views of the Cheakamus River. Big Timber is a new trail in Kadenwood with some steep, loose sections, nice viewpoints and benches with views of the Tantalus Range and Tricouni Peak. Green Lake Loop runs along the east side of Green Lake, from Lost Lake Park to Wedgemount.
Outside of Whistler's boundaries, Brandywine Falls is a classic cross country trail, starting from the athlete village site, with a mix of double track and single track trails ending with a beautiful waterfall.
Expert Trails
Whistler is famous for its double black diamonds and steep descents. Trails such as Industrial Disease, River Runs Through It, 
Epic Trails
The Flank Trail, which rises and dips along the flank of Sprout Mountain on Whistler's west side. The 43 km trail runs from 16 Mile Creek at Cougar Mountain to Alexander Falls in the Callaghan Valley, with a number of access points along the way; the most popular access is Rainbow Trail. Please note, the section from North Air Mines to Alexander Falls is currently closed, while the Nordic Centre is under construction. Top elevation is 1000 metres. Vehicles -- including mini bikes -- are prohibited.
Comfortably Numb, which runs for 26 grueling kilometers from Wedgemount to Lost Lake, reaching elevations of over 1,000 metres with total climbing of approx. 1,700 metres, this trail has a spectacular log bridge crossing of the Wedge Creek gorge. Vehicles -- including mini bikes -- are prohibited.
The municipality, often in conjunction with Whistler Off Road Cycling Association (WORCA ), continues to plan and build new trails. Stay tuned for new trail developments.
Dirt Jump Park
The Whistler Dirt Jump Park, located in Rebagliati Park near the Skate Park, has been in existence for close to 10 years. In summer 2006, 20 new jumps were added, making over 50 jumps in the set, not counting transfers. The majority of the jumps are gaps; yet, there is a progression with many rollers and tabletop jumps. A newly installed irrigation system and lights have enhanced the park. It is free and open daily conditions permitting.
Whistler Bike Park
Whistler's famed bike park. Visit Whistler Blackcomb for more information.
Whistler Off Road Cycling Association (WORCA)
With more than a thousand members, WORCA is one of the biggest recreational and service organizations in Whistler and a key player in trail development. In addition to organizing the very popular Loonie bike races every Thursday from May through September, WORCA programs include trail maintenance and rider development. Visit the WORCA website.
Bike Events
From the immensely popular Crankworx to the Samurai of Singltrack to the classic Cheakamus Challenge, Whistler's mountain bike events celebrate all things to do with fat tires. For details of each event, click on the links above, or visit worca.com.
THE FUTURE OF CYCLING IN WHISTLER
Imagine cycling in Whistler in 2020. The Whistler Cycling Committee is currently developing a vision and plans for future recreational, transportation and tourism cycling systems. The plans are driven by the community vision, priorities and strategies of Whistler 2020-M oving Toward a Sustainable Future. The plans were introduced at an open house in October, 2006, attended by more than 80 residents and stakeholders.
The Whistler Cycling Committee is a multi-stakeholder group representing the variety of cycling interests in Whistler, including the Resort Municipality of Whistler, the Whistler Off-Road Cycling Association, Tourism Whistler, Whistler Blackcomb, local bike shops, seniors, and local riders.
Transportation Cycling Plan
The Transportation Cycling Plan is oriented to transportation cycling trips to specific destinations, such as to work, schools, parks and commercial centres. Whistler's network of transportation cycling routes is examined, including Highway 99, municipal roadways and the Valley Trail. The transportation plan also addresses end-of-trip facilities, connections to other transportation modes, and community education and encouragement programs.
Download the adopted Whistler Transportation Cycling Plan 387.73 Kb
Download the associated Figure 1 Map 1.17 Mb
Recreational Cycling Plan
The Recreational Cycling Plan examines cycling trails, cycling tourism and economic development, services provided to cyclists, and the needs of the local cycling community. The recreational plan incorporates a Cycling Trails Master Plan. This long-term plan for cycling trails will ensure that the riding needs of both residents and visitors are met, while protecting the ecological values of Whistler's natural environment.
Download the adopted Whistler Recreational Cycling Plan 2.59 Mb
Download the associated Trails Master Plan 18.31 Mb
WHISTLER TRAIL STANDARDS
The RMOW has developed and adopted the Whistler Trail Standards: Environmental and Technical Trail Features, primarily focused on mountain bike trail planning, construction and maintenance. The standards identify trail types, trail difficulty ratings as well as trail and technical terrain feature (TTF) construction specifications.
Download the Whistler Trail Standards 1.54 Mb
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