Lakes & Beaches
Whistler has so much to offer when it comes to lake days - with 5 lakes to choose from, you could never go wrong. Can’t pick just one? Explore each one via valley trail or Whistler Transit.
ALPHA LAKE
Where
Alpha Lake is the first lake coming into Whistler, located in Creekside Village.
Highlights
Beach
Dock
Dog Dock
Volleyball, basketball (half court) and tennis courts
Picnic tables and BBQ stands
Washroom + outdoor shower
Slack line posts
How to get there
Bus - Take the #10, #20 or #21 south to Creekside village and walk 5-10 minutes on the valley trail to
Parking is limited
NITA LAKE
Where
Nita lake is also located near Creekside village, behind Nita Lake lodge.
Highlights
Dock
Fishing
Picnic tables
Pebble beach
How to get there
Take the #10, #20 or #25 SOUTH to Creekside, and walk 5 mins along the valley trail
ALTA LAKE
LAKESIDE PARK
Located in Alta Vista on the lakeside road
Highlights
Small sandy beach
Large grassy area to sit
Large doc
Floating swimming doc
Children’s play structure
Food trucks
Concession stand
Picnic tables and barbecue stands
Canoe rentals
How to get there
#10, #20, #25 BC transit south to Alta Visa stop, and walk approximately 5 minute to the lake
Parking very limited
WAYSIDE PARK
This is a smaller scale park close to Creekside
Highlights
Small beach and grassy area
Dock
Canoe, kayak and paddleboard rentals
Picnic tables and BBQ stands
Concession stand
Washrooms
How to get there
Take the #20 or #21 Bc transit SOUTH to the Nordic drive stop and walk over the overpass to the valley trail south
RAINBOW PARK
Located on the west side of Whistler valley.
Rainbow park has lots of space and was the side of the historical rainbow lodge built by Whistler Pioneer Myrtle Philip
Highlights:
Sandy beach and shallow waters
Large open grass area
Dog dock
Beach volleyball courts
Slackline posts
Washrooms and outdoor shower
Summer concession
Food trucks
Free bike valet on weekends
Shuttle bus
How to get there
Pleasant 20-minute bike ride along the valley trail from the village, just off Alta lake road
Shuttle available on weekends
LOST LAKE
Where
The closest lake to Whistler village, located
Highlights
Beach
Swim area
Picnic tables
Slickline posts
Disc golf course
Biking and walking trails
Accessible washrooms
Outdoor shower
Swimming docks
Free bike valet on weekends
Food concession and food trucks
Off-leash dog area - Canine cove
How to get there
Take free lost lake shuttle #8 to Lost Lake Park. Buses run daily from June 25 until Labour Day.
GREEN LAKE
Where
Located north of the village, Green Lake is the last lake before leaving Whistler. Across from Emerald neighbourhood.
Highlights
Boat launch - Green Lake is the only lake allowed to have large engine boats. Perfect spot for tubing & wakeboarding. Must have a life jacket, bailer, whistle and flashlight if on the lake after sunset
Picnic tables
Floatplane dock
Watercraft rentals
How to get there
Take the # 30 or #32 bus north to rainbow estates, green lake lookout, or emerald estates stops. Depending on where you get off, the lake is about a 5-minute walk.
Take the valley trail north via bike to explore around green lake