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If you’re looking to get out of the city and take on a hike to enjoy the great outdoors—check out some of these hikes just a short road-trip away in Whistler and Pemberton.
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For those looking stay local, check out our guides on the top beginner hikes, and intermediate hikes in Metro Vancouver.
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Hikes in Whistler
Cheakamus Lake
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An easier alternative to hike in Garibaldi Provincial Park, that still offers gorgeous views of water, mountains and the lush forest.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Time: 5 hours
- Distance: 16km
- Elevation Gain: minimal
Conflict Lake
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Located just west of Whistler, this is a stunning hike in the Callaghan Valley.
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Time: 5 hours
- Distance: 12km
- Elevation Gain: 180 meters
Garibaldi Lake
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One of the most beautiful spots in BC, with turquoise-coloured water and an incredible glacier to further set the scene—this hike offers spectacular views.
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Time: 5 hours
- Distance: 18km
- Elevation Gain: 820 meters
Ancient Cedars Trail
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Located just north of Whistler, this hike takes you through a scenic forest up Cougar Mountain.
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Time: 2 hours
- Distance: 5km
- Elevation Gain: 175 meters
Brandywine Meadows
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Located south of Whistler, this hike takes you through a picturesque meadow, along to a creek, all while being surrounded by mountains and glaciers.
- Difficulty: Difficult
- Time: 3.5 hours
- Distance: 6km
- Elevation Gain: 550 meters
Black Tusk
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Located in Garibaldi Provincial Park, this hike offers incredible views and is known as one of the most scenic hikes in BC.
- Difficulty: Difficult
- Time: 11 hours
- Distance: 29km
- Elevation Gain: 1740 meters
Panorama Ridge
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This hike will give you awesome views of Garibaldi Lake, Black Tusk and the Helm Lake area.
- Difficulty: Difficult
- Time: 11 hours
- Distance: 30km
- Elevation Gain: 1520 meters
Wedgemount Lake
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One of the most difficult hikes in Garibaldi Provincial Park, but the incredible scenery along the way makes it worth it in the end.
- Difficulty: Difficult
- Time: 7 hours
- Distance: 14km
- Elevation Gain: 1160 meters
Hikes in Pemberton
Nairn Falls
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Located along the Sea to Sky highway, this is an easy hike to a gorgeous waterfall.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Time: 1.5 hours
- Distance: 3km
- Elevation Gain: minimal
Joffre Lakes
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A very popular hike to do in BC with beautiful trails to explore.
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Time: 5 hours
- Distance: 11km
- Elevation Gain: 400 meters
Looking for even more hikes? Check out our Travel & Outdoors section for all things outdoorsy.
