Whistler Mountain and Blackcomb Mountain face each other. Their physical connection at the base would suggest similarities between them. But, this is a story of how two mountains can create two completely different skiing or snowboarding experiences. A view from the valley foreshadows the mountain's stories.
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The PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, as part of the world’s longest continuous lift system, introduces summer guests to unprecedented access to Whistler Blackcomb’s high alpine for sightseeing, hiking and mountain-top dining.
The PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola travels a span of 4.4 kilometres/2.73 miles, giving sightseers and hikers a serene aerial flight showcasing flora and fauna, including black bears in their protected habitats occupying the flanks of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains; the Coast Mountain Range’s many glaciers and peaks, and Whistler Village, surrounded by gem-like lakes.
Sightseers can complete a loop from lift-to-lift with gentle walks and stunning look-outs on either mountain, while hiking enthusiasts can embark on 20 trails of varying difficulty spanning over 50 kilometers on both mountains. Visitors in all seasons will enjoy a one of a kind mountain-to-mountain experience while gaining a greater appreciation of the importance in preserving Whistler’s natural environment.
As part of the PEAK 2 PEAK Alpine Experiences, guests can also enjoy a variety of mountaintop dining options featuring food and wine from BC suppliers:
Roundhouse Lodge – Perched on Whistler Mountain, the Roundhouse Lodge offers a variety of meal options with a focus locally sourced ingredients, international flavours and a variety of healthy food choices.
Rendezvous Lodge – This natural resting place on Blackcomb Mountain offers a number of lunch options including full service deli and cappuccino bar. Enjoy our sunny day BBQ's from the patio with great views of the Whistler Valley.
Christine's, located on Blackcomb Mountain in the Rendezvous Lodge, is Whistler Blackcomb's only full service restaurant located in the alpine during the summer months.
It will be open for summer operations from June to September.
Well known for amazing views and wonderful food and service in the winter, Christine's summer debut will specialize in a daily menu designed to showcase fresh local ingredients. Enjoy our BC Wine flights taster program, where guests can order 2oz glasses of four different BC wines.
Every weekend from June to September the Roundhouse Lodge will host Mountain Top BBQs. Hikers and sightseers can work up an appetite taking in the alpine splendour via Whistler Blackcomb’s vast trail network and lift system including the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola before tucking into a delicious barbeque spread.
A memorable experience for the whole family, the Mountain Top BBQs will feature live music, alpenglow on the Coast Mountain Range and, of course, a breathtaking sunset at 6,000 feet to cap off the evening.
Whole Hog Fridays
BBQ Saturdays
Salmon BBQ Sunday
