Here is the weekly update on projects and things of note that may impact your day-to-day life, including events, getting around town, parks, construction, etc.
GETTING AROUND
Bike Valet hours have been extended at Whistler Village Olympic Plaza
The free summer Bike Valet has returned to the Olympic Plaza, Lost Lake Park and Rainbow Park. Hours have been extended at the Olympic Plaza until September 1, courtesy of a grant from the BC Cycling Coalition and the Ministry of Transportation and Transit. The Bike Valet at Whistler Village Olympic Plaza is now operating Wednesdays through Sundays, including B.C. Day and Labour Day. Hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and it remains open later on event nights to.
BC Hydro opens 22 new electric vehicle charging ports in Day Lot 3
BC Hydro has opened a new electric vehicle charging hub in Lot 3, with 22 new charging ports. According to BC Hydro, it is the largest charge site currently within B.C.
Free summer weekend transit
Enjoy free transit in Whistler every Saturday, Sunday and holiday Monday until Labour Day. Download a transit schedule.
Park And Play
The free Lost Lake Shuttle and Rainbow Park Shuttle are operating for the summer. View the schedule and details on how to get to parks by transit.
PARKS AND TRAILS
Western Toads
You may see tadpoles at Lost Lake Beach, please look and don’t touch. Naturally occurring salts and oils on human hands can be harmful to tadpoles. Avoid entering wetland zones — these are extremely sensitive habitats. Anyone wishing to volunteer with the Western Toad migration can reach out to stewardship@whistler.ca. The migration is approaching and typically begins late July. For more info visit whistler.ca/toads.
Park Eats
Food trucks are in Lakeside Park, Lost Lake Park and Rainbow Park daily. Check out the schedule.
Pine Point Park improvements
Trail improvement work continues. Please note there is limited access to the new trail leading to the waterfront during this time. Click the link for more details about park improvements.
Comfortably Numb bridge replacement
The Wedge Bridge (Al Grey Memorial) on Comfortably Numb Trail is being replaced with a new cable suspension bridge. The bridge is closed to the public until Friday, August 1. Access between Wedge and Lost Lake via Comfortably Numb is unavailable. Comfortably Numb North will remain accessible via Young Lust and Comfortably Numb South via a Grey Zone detour. Click the link for maps and more info.
CONSTRUCTION
Road paving
Paving will take place on Lorimer Road, from Balsam Way to Piccolo Drive, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on July 7 to 11. Paving will then take place on Blackcomb Way between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. from July 14 to 18. Expect single-lane alternating traffic, minor traffic delays, and noise, dust, and construction equipment in the area. Traffic control personnel will be on-site to manage flow and ensure safety.
Crabapple Sewer Lift Station repairs on 6671 Crabapple Drive
We will temporarily bypass the sewer lift station for repairs on the sewer main until Monday, July 14. Service will remain continuous, but you may notice increased noise and occasional odour in the area during this time. There will be intermittent single-lane alternating traffic on Crabapple Drive until Friday, August 8.
South Whistler Water Supply Upgrades Project – Phase II
Construction continues at the Cheakamus pump station, 1101 Cheakamus Lake Road. For more info.
FUEL THINNING
Stonebridge
Fuel thinning in the Whistler Stonebridge treatment unit has commenced. Beaver Pass, Whip Me Snip Me, Rainbow Lake, and Lower Beaver Pass trails will be closed to ensure safety to the public. Click the link for more info and to view the map of affected trails.
Brio Woodchip Removal and Transport to Callaghan Composter
An area of forest south of Panorama Ridge underwent fuel management last year. The resulting biomass was chipped and piled on-site. We are now working with local contractors to facilitate the removal of all chips off-site to the Callaghan composter.
NOTIFICATIONS
Fire danger rating and campfire ban
Whistler’s fire danger rating on Thursday, July 10, is HIGH. A campfire ban is in effect in Whistler until September 15, 2025. The ban applies to all levels of fire danger rating, including low and moderate.
When the fire danger rating is high or extreme, a Wildfire Exemption Permit is required for high-risk construction activity and tree services within 10 metres of forest (or treed areas). This applies at any time of day.
Click the link to view the daily fire danger rating. Whistler is listed as “Cheakamus”. To report a wildfire, immediately call 911 or 1 800 663-5555 toll-free or dial *5555 on a cell phone.
Whistler is in Water Conservation Stage 2
Click the link to view your summer neighbourhood watering schedule, including specific time and day restrictions.
WATER MAIN FLUSHING
Unidirectional flushing in Alpine
Watch for signage at the entrance to the neighbourhood, as it will indicate when we are flushing in the area. At these times, you should limit or avoid using water. Water pressure may be affected and there may be colour in the water. After flushing for the day is complete, please run taps until water is clear. Learn more about water main flushing.