Whether you're a nature lover, an adventurer, or just looking for peace and quiet, Whistler's lakes offer a perfect escape. Let's explore the best ways to reach these beautiful lakes and the fun activities they offer. Get ready to discover hidden gems, go on exciting adventures, and make unforgettable memories in Whistler's magical lakes.
Insider Tip: Take advantage of the free transit every weekend during the summer (June 15 - September 02, 2025).
LOST LAKE
Arguably the warmest lake in Whistler, Lost Lake is perfect for lounging about and swimming. It is also the closest lake from the hotel. How to get there?
Walk 20 minutes from the hotel
Take the #5 bus from the hotel and walk 13 minutes from Upper Village
Take the Lost Lake shuttle from Gondola Transit Exchange
Note: No parking at Lost Lake in the summer. Facilities and Activities
Beach and swim area
Barbecue stands
Picnic tables
Off-leash dog beach - Canine Cove
Disc golf course
ALTA LAKE
Tourism Whistler/Mike Crane
TAlta Lake has three parks: Lakeside, Wayside, and Rainbow. It's great for canoeing, kayaking, and other water activities.
How to get there?
- Take the #10, #20, #25 bus south to the Alta Vista stop and walk to Lakeside Park
- Take bus #20 or #21 southbound to the Nordic Drive stop and walk to Wayside Park
- Drive 10 minutes southbound on Hwy-99
Facilities and Activities
- Grass area
- Barbecue stands
- Picnic tables
- Swim docks
- Watercraft rental
- Guided tours
- Sandy beach
- Children's playground
- Watercraft storage
- Food trucks
GREEN LAKE
Tourism Whistler/Justa Jeskova
Green Lake is glacier-fed, giving it a stunning turquoise color. It's best for paddling and boating. Don't miss the Parkhurst Ghost Town across Green Lake Park, a former logging settlement with abandoned houses and artifacts, the settlement has been uninhabited since the 1960s and is slowly being reclaimed by the forest.
How to get there?
- 45 minutes walk on the Valley Trail from Lost Lake, or
- Take the #30 or #32 bus and walk 5 minutes from Emerald Estates, or
- Drive 10 minutes northbound on Hwy-99
Facilities and Activities
- Explore the Parkhurst Ghost Town directly across Green Lake Park
- Watercraft rentals
- Boat launch – a popular spot for wakeboarding
- Picnic tables
- Floatplane dock
ALPHA LAKE
Located at the southern end of the valley in the Creekside neighborhood. This little lake is a great family-friendly spot that also features a off-leash dog park and a designated dog dock.
How to get there?
- Take the #10, #20 or #21 bus and walk 5 minutes on the Valley Trail from Creekside, or
- Drive 13 minutes southbound on Hwy-99
Facilities and Activities
- Volleyball and tennis courts, basketball hoop
- Children's playground
- Sandy Beach
- Docks
- Off-Leash Dog Park and Beach – Arfa Park
- Picnic tables
- Barbecue stands
