Getting to and around Whistler

ADVISORIES

Ride free through Sept 5Free Transit in Whistler through Labour Day, September 5th

Getting around Whistler: Park and play Summer and Winter

Move beyond the car. For the full Whistler experience, ride your bike, transit, the Lost Lake and Rainbow Park Shuttles in the summer (through Labour Day), or walk to conveniently get to your destination, all while reducing your carbon footprint.

When you get to Whistler, park in the Day Lots 1 to 5, located off Blackcomb Way, then move to any of the convenient sustainable transportation options below.

Take Public Transit

The Whistler Transit System will get you to most of our parks and open spaces. The spring/summer/fall transit schedule operates from April 4, through December 16, 2022. Click here to access the Rider's Guide.
The summer schedule includes FREE transit on daily from June 22, through Labour Day - September 5, 2022,
- The free shuttle to Rainbow Park and Lost Lake Park is part of Whistler Park Shuttles operating from Post 4 at Gondola Transit Exchange. Click here for the summer 2022 Park Shuttle Schedules.
- To see where the Park Shuttles are in real-time click here and look for the green arrows.

Public Transit directions for Whistler Parks

Lost Lake Park

From Gondola Transit Exchange in Whistler Village, catch the Route 5 free Upper Village Benchands Shuttle BC Transit bus daily from 9:40 a.m. Get off at stop 102508 - Lost Lake Road and walk 1 km from Blackcomb Way to the Lake.

Note summer only (June 29 - September 5, 2022) catch the free Lost Lake free Shuttle mini bus daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. direct to the Lake. It leaves from Post 4 in Gondola Transit exchange on the 10's 30's and 50's. To see where your bus is in real time, click here.

Alpha Lake Park

From Whistler Village (Gondola Transit Exchange or bus shelter on Village Gate Boulevard),Bus numbers 10, 20 or 21 southbound. The Park is a short 10-minute walk from the Bayshores transit stop.

Lakeside Park

From Whistler Village (Gondola Transit Exchange or bus shelter on Village Gate Boulevard), catch the Route 10, 20, 25 BC Transit bus south to the Alta Vista stop and walk approximately 5 minutes to the lake.

Wayside Park

From Whistler Village (Gondola Transit Exchange or bus shelter on Village Gate Boulevard), take bus number 20 or 21 southbound. Use the Nordic Drive bus stop is adjacent the highway and walk over the overpass to the Valley Trail south to Wayside Park.

Bayly Park

From Whistler Village (Gondola Transit Exchange or bus shelter on Village Gate Boulevard), take bus number 10 or 20 southbound to Cheakamus Crossing.

Meadow Park and Meadow Park Sports Centre

From Whistler Village (Gondola Transit Exchange or bus shelter on Village Gate Boulevard), take bus 30 Emerald via Nesters, 31 Alpine via Nesters, 32 Emerald via Spruce Grove. The bus stop is at Meadow Park Sports Centre. Meadow Park is a two minute walk behind the Complex building.

Spruce Grove Park

From Whistler Village (Gondola Transit Exchange or bus shelter on Village Gate Boulevard), take bus number 32 Emerald via Spruce Grove and get off at stop 102539 Spruce Grove Park. If you take route 30 Emerald via Nesters or 31 Alpine via Nesters, the bus stop is on Highway 99 at Nesters/Spruce Grove. Spruce Grove Park is a three minute walk.

To view the Whistler transit schedule and routes, or to see where you bus is in real time using NextRide, visit bctransit.com/whistler
The use of masks and face coverings are recommended onboard all BC Transit buses and throughout your journey including at stops bctransit.com/COVID19

Hop on the free Whistler Park Shuttles - June 29 - Sept 5

The free Lost Lake Park Free Shuttle runs daily from June 29 through Labour Day (September 5), every 20 minutes between 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the 10's, 30's and 50's between the Village (at the Gondola Transit Exchange Post 4) and Lost Lake Park beach.
- Note: No shuttles from 3:10pm - 3:30pm (for driver break)
The Lost Lake Shuttle is wheelchair accessible and stops at all Whistler transit stops between Gondola Transit Exchange and Lost Lake Parking Lot.
- Click HERE to see route map.
- Click HERE to see the schedule.
Where's the Lost Lake Shuttle bus?
- To see where the Shuttle is now, click HERE.

A free Rainbow Park Shuttle scheduled to start June 29 through Labour Day on weekends (Saturdays/Sundays) and statutory holidays (Canada Day, BC Day, and Labour Day) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The shuttle is scheduled to operate every every 20 minutes on the 00s, 20's and 40's from Whistler Village and Rainbow Park. Times may vary due to traffic.
- No shuttle leaving Whistler Village at 1:00pm or 2pm (for drivers breaks)
- No shuttle leaving Rainbow Park at 1:20pm or 2:20pm (for drivers breaks)
The shuttle stops include (see Route MAP):
- Whistler Village at Blackcomb Way at Whistler Olympic Plaza across from Day Lot 4
- Meadow Water Park/ball diamonds off Camino Drive
- Rainbow Falls/Lake Trail head
- Rainbow Park
Where's the Rainbow Park Shuttle bus?
- To see where the Shuttles are now, click HERE
- Click HERE to see the schedule.

Large packages can be carried on the Shuttle, space permitting. Large packages include: un-inflated watercraft, food coolers, fold up chairs, children's strollers, medium sized bags and backpacks, and compact mobility devices.
Shuttles cannot carry, pets (services animals exempt, proof required), hard shell watercraft, inflated watercraft, BBQ's propane/briquettes.
- For more information, email WhistlerParkShuttle@luxbus.com

Riders are reminded that masks or face coverings are recommended on the shuttles and throughout your journey.

Choose human-powered transportation

Whistler's Valley Trail connects to most of Whistler's destinations on foot, by bike or cross country ski.
- Summer Valley Trail map
- Winter Valley Trail map and snow clearing information.
- Winter Cross Country Skiing and snowshoeing are available at Lost Lake Park. Ticket information can be found here.
Consider moving around Whistler by bike!
Don't have a bike? No worries! You can rent a Valley Trail bicycle from many of our cycling shops. View Whistler bike rentals listing

Take advantage of the summer FREE secure bike (and gear) parking in Whistler. Park your bike as needed in Whistler Olympic Plaza, Rainbow Park and Lost Lake Park. Secure bike parking starts on June 25, 2022 on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays (Canada Day, BC Day and Labour Day) from 11am to 6pm (plus a few extended hours at Whistler Olympic Plaza during certain events):
- June 25, 26; July 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, 31;
- August 1, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28;
- September 2, 3, 4, 5.
Learn more about Whistler’s secure bicycle parking.

Evo / Evolve e-bike share demonstration project

The RMOW has partnered with the British Columbia Automobile Association (BCAA), operators of the Evo car share program, to launch a demonstration Evolve e-bike share program from August to October 2022. The project will help assess the feasibility of implementing a future e-bike share program in Whistler.

The bikes will be in stand-alone Evolve-branded bike racks throughout Whistler Village and local parks. Proposed locations include Whistler Olympic Plaza, Day Lot 4, Fitzsimmons Connector (at Day Lot 2), Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, Meadow Park Sports Centre, Rainbow Park, Lost Lake Park and Alpha Lake Park.

The cost for using the e-bikes starts with a $1 unlocking fee. Users will then be charged $0.35 per minute of use with overage fees if the bikes are used for more than 59 minutes during a single trip. The cost and ease of use for the e-bikes ensure it is a competitive option that users will consider when compared to the cost and convenience of parking at key destinations.

Learn more about this project.

For longer-use bike rentals please see Whistler Bike Rentals | Tourism Whistler

Parking in Whistler

The Day Lots are centrally located off Blackcomb Way, allowing for quick access to Whistler's Valley Stroll and shops, the Valley Trail and shuttle and transit stops. View Day Lot parking rates.

To learn more about parking lot locations, rates, parking passes and regulations, visit whistler.ca/parking

From May 15 - Sep 15, User pay parking is in effect for Lakeside, Alpha, Wayside and Rainbow Parks and on Alta Lake Road (adjacent to the Rainbow Park entrance). Parking will be in effect 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., daily at an hourly rate of $2 and a 6-hour maximum stay. Accessible parking is free of charge. Parking can be purchased via onsite meters and PayByPhone. Looking for more information about user pay parking at Whistler parks?

View Frequently Asked Questions

Getting to Whistler

Whether you are travelling to Whistler for the day, a weekend, week or longer, there are many transportation options to get you here and get you where you are going once you arrive. Whistler has a 40-kilometre paved bike and walking path that is useable year-round as well as seven bus routes, including three free shuttles, several taxi companies and a car-sharing company to help get you where your adventure takes you.

Buses and public transit

Walking in Whistler