The RMOW is moving toward a user-pay system, which has been discussed extensively as part of the community’s long-term transportation, Green House Gas reduction and air quality plans dating back many years. The objectives of moving to a user-pay system are also to reduce the burden on property tax, improve the visitor experience and generate revenue for transit.

The Transportation Advisory Group (TAG), a committee of council that includes members from Tourism Whistler, Whistler Blackcomb, the Chamber of Commerce, Ministry of Highways and at large community members, as well as members of the business community, had input into the development of the plan that was approved by council. The RMOW is committed to finding solutions which work for Whistler, and to monitor and adjust the policy as needed.

DAY LOTS 1 to 5
On June 28, 2010, user pay parking will begin in Day Lots 1, 2, and 3 on Blackcomb Way. Parking in Day Lots 4 and 5 will remain free of charge.

In 2009, Day Lots 1 to 4 were paved, and upgrades to lighting, ramps, stairs, and storm water management were completed. The upgrades improve parking accessibility and the arrival experience of guests.

Read answers to Frequently Asked Questions about User Pay Parking in Day Lots 1, 2, and 3.
Download a Fact Sheet about User Pay Parking in Day Lots 1, 2, and 3.

Rates
Pay Parking Regulations are in effect from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. seven days a week.

Location: Day Lots 1, 2, and 3

• Daily: $12 in summer; $8 during winter ski season
• First hour: $1
• Each additional hour: $2
• Evening: $5 flat rate (after 5;00 p.m.)

Location: Gateway Drive, Greyhound Loop and North Shore Credit Union Lot
Rates are set higher to encourage high turnover.

• First hour: $2
• Second hour: $3

Location: Main Street, Whistler Conference Centre (WCC) above ground lot, Blackcomb Way, Sundial Crescent, Village Green, Municipal Hall*
Rates in these locations provide value for short-term parking, while encouraging turnover.

• First hour: $1
• Second hour: $2
• Third hour: $2
• Fourth hour: $4

*Exclusions will be made at tax time.

Location: Whistler Conference Centre underground lot and Whistler Public Library:
Rates in these locations provide value for short-term parking, while encouraging turnover. Long-term and evening rates are also available in these covered parking lots.

• First Hour $1
• Second hour: $2
• Third hour: $3
• Fourth hour: $4
• Daily flat rate: $9 (Whistler Conference Centre - third level only)
• Evening rate: $5 (Whistler Conference Centre - 5:00 p.m. to 10 a.m. the next day)
• Monthly parking: $58 (Whistler Conference Centre - fourth level only)Parking Lot

Number of User Pay and Free of Charge Parking Spots- Whistler Village and Creekside

Other Parking Options
There are more than 2,000 private parking stalls available in Whistler. A significant number of them are underground, offering hourly, daily and monthly rates. Some free-of-charge parking is also available including two-hour customer parking at Market Place.

Park Smart with Smart Park
Whistler residents can receive greater discounts through the purchase of in-car Smart Park meters, which charge $1 for the first hour, $1 for the second hour and $2 for the third hour at all locations except the bus loop and in front of the North Shore Credit Union Building. If you return to your car before the allotted time is up, the Smart Park meter will credit your Smart Card, right down to the second. In-car meters are limited to a maximum of three hours. For more information, visit the Municipal Hall Bylaw Services Office.