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Ski Attractions
Whistler Blackcomb Ski Attractions
Whistler Blackcomb is the largest ski resort in North America and is 50% larger than it's nearest competitor as well as having the greatest uphill lift capacity making it a primary vacation spot for lovers of snow sports.
There are 2 gigantic mountains with many ski and snowboard runs: Whistler Mountain measure in at 7,160 feet (2,182 meters) and Blackcomb Mountain at 6,494 feet (2,284 meters).
Both Whistler Blackcomb mountains have a tri-cable
lift that links them together called the Peak 2 Peak Gondola, which
holds the records for the highest and longest unsupported cable car
span in the world, making it an iconic attraction that transports
visitors all year round.
The mountains are primarily accessed through Whistler's three main gondolas; Blackcomb Excalibur Gondola and Whistler Mountain Village Gondola in Whistler Village, and the Whistler Creekside Gondola in Creekside.
Whistler Mountain has many accommodations such as 4 on-hill restaurants, 20 ski lifts, a childrens ski school where youngsters can sign up for a 5 day lesson called "Adventure Camp", and is served by two bases in Whistler Creek and Whistler Village.
Blackcomb Mountain amenities includes 17 lifts, the end-station for the Peak 2 Peak Gondola, and has one of the most famous steep in-bounds runs in the world known as the "Couloir Extreme" run.
Check out the complete list of Whistler ski lifts to help you plan your Whistler vacation.
Whistler Blackcomb boasts over 2 million visitors a year and Aava Whistler Hotel offers the comfort and convenience one would expect from this famous mountain town, located close to Whistler & Blackcomb mountains and Whistler Village.
Reserve your Whistler hotel accommodation today and let Aava Whistler take care of your resort needs.
