Whistler Olympic Park to open for summer outdoor recreation on June 27
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Whistler, BC: Whistler Olympic Park, located just south of Whistler, is set to open for summer on June 27! Visitors can choose from multiple recreation options away from the crowds, to match their own pace and physical distancing comfort levels, and enjoy the park’s scenic mountain setting in the Callaghan Valley. Those looking for self-guided activities can explore three different hiking routes along the park’s famous sights and lookouts, or play a round of disc golf on the 9-hole course. For a more interactive activity, guests can participate in the Biathlon Experience and shoot a rifle at the Olympic shooting range. All activities ensure physical distancing and enhanced health & safety protocols. Whistler Olympic Park will be open daily from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm from June 27 to August 30, 2020. A small access fee applies per vehicle, winter season pass holders get free park access.
“Whistler Olympic Park is an accessible and inspiring outdoor destination, and we are excited to welcome our community and visitors back. This summer, we offer simple activities within nature. Guests can enjoy our trails and explore the mountain scenery, while learning about our Olympic legacy and commitment to grow sport”, explains Managing Director Tim Hope.
For hiking, three designated routes with various difficulty levels are available, ranging from an easy walk on pavement along interpretive signage, a longer but beginner friendly hike to breathtaking valley viewpoints, and the summer signature hiking challenge, the “Ski Jump Scramble” that leads hikers to the very top of the Olympic ski jumps. Hiking is free with the park entry fee.
The Biathlon Experience is a unique hands-on introduction to the winter sport, which lets guests take aim and shoot a 22-calibre rifle at the Olympic shooting range and learn about the sport and athletes. The biathlon activity costs $25/person (minimum age 12) and is available daily. Pre-booking is required.
A 9-hole disc golf course is available near the activity base at the biathlon range. Playing the course is free with the park entry fee, guest can bring their own discs or rent a set at the activity base.
Park entry fee is $10/vehicle, all proceeds go directly towards growing sport within the non-profit organization. Summer access is free for 2019/20 winter season pass holders of Whistler Olympic Park/Ski Callaghan. Snacks and souvenirs are available at the biathlon activity base, as well as a small Olympic exhibit.
More information on summer operations and pre-booking of the Biathlon Experience (all other activities do not require pre-booking) are available here.