If you're planning your next Whistler wintry escapade, there's probably a tail-wagging pawl eagerly waiting by your sides to join in on your frosty adventures.
Amongst other fun dog-friendly winter activities you can do in our mountain town, snowshoeing with dogs is probably our favourite!
As a dog-lovers town, Whistler is home to the most scenic and magical dog-friendly snowshoeing destinations in the region. Whistler's many dog-friendly snowshoeing trails are a great place to get out and explore while burning off some of your four-legged friend’s energy.
Most of Whistler’s snowshoe appropriate trails are located within four main areas; Lost Lake, Rainbow Mountain, Cheakamus, and the Callaghan Valley. Although dogs aren't permitted on the Lost Lake trails in the winter and on Rainbow Mountain year-round, there is amazing network of dog-friendly snowshoeing trails both in Cheakamus and the Callaghan Valley.
On this insider's guide to snowshoeing with dogs in Whistler, we compiled a list of our favourite, dog-friendly winter trails.
Alexander Falls Touring Centre at Callaghan Country
Alexander Falls Touring Centre is proud to be the most dog-friendly zone in the Callaghan, with access to over 27 kms of dog-friendly cross-country ski trails plus over 17 kms of dog-friendly snowshoe trails both on and off-leash!
Alexander Falls
One of the most inspiring natural experiences to share with your pawl in Whistler. This winding single track off-leash trail immerses explorers in a deep coastal Western Hemlock forest, ultimately making its way down on a well-marked snowshoe trail to the base of a 55-meter frozen waterfall. Note that some steep sections could make this a challenge for some small dogs.
Time: 1.5 hours
Cost: $6.75 per pawl / $16.50 per hooman snowshoeing / $29.50 per hooman skiing – This covers all the trails in both Callaghan Country and Whistler Olympic Park.
Map: view here.
Finger Lakes
Time: 5 hours
Leash requirements: off-leash
Cost: $6.75 per pawl / $16.50 per hooman snowshoeing / $29.50 per hooman skiing – This covers all the trails in both Callaghan Country and Whistler Olympic Park.
Map: view here.
Whistler Olympic Park
Marley’s Meander
Distance: 1.6 km
Time: 40 -135min
Cost: $6.75 per pawl / $16.50 per hooman snowshoeing / $29.50 per hooman skiing – This covers all the trails in both Callaghan Country and Whistler Olympic Park.
Map: view here.
Shuler’s Shuffle
Time: 30 - 90min
Cost: $6.75 per pawl / $16.50 per hooman snowshoeing / $29.50 per hooman skiing – This covers all the trails in both Callaghan Country and Whistler Olympic Park.
Map: view here.
Cheakamus
Cheakamus River
Cheakamus River Trail is located at the southern end of Whistler just off the Sea-to-Sky Highway. The picturesque trail takes you through beautiful old growth forest and provides great views filled with serenity and silence. You’ll cross a narrow suspension bridge covered with snow, overlooking the turquoise water of Cheakamus River flowing below. Due to the accessibility and popularity, some of these trails will be packed down. You may find that you don't need snowshoes for much or all of the trail. Please be mindful of others sharing the trail and follow dog hiking etiquette.
Distance: 4.1 roundtrip
Elevation gain: Some gradual, short hills
Time: 2 - 3 hours
Cost: Free access
Map: view here.
Related posts:
- Essentials for Hiking with Your Dogs in the Winter
- Best Tips for Winter Hiking with Dogs
- The Best Free Dog-Friendly Snowshoeing Trails to Do in the Sea-to-Sky Corridor This Winter
- Essential Tips to Keep Pets Safe in the Snow
- Keep the Trails Pet Friendly By Following Dog Hiking Etiquette
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