Whistler Blackcomb set to open on November 18th
Whistler Blackcomb is opening 6 days early! Whistler Mountain will open for skiing and riding this Friday November 18th at 8.30am. Get your skis and snowboards ready and enjoy these incredible early season conditions.
More snow is forecast before opening day. The alpine forecast is calling for up to 35 centimetres of new snow as storm cycle passes through on Wednesday. The snow base is already sitting at 55cms at the Pig Alley weather station on Whistler Mountain. The snowmaking team at Whistler Blackcomb have been helping Mother Nature and have already turned over 50 million gallons of water into snow!
Whistler Mountain will open at 8:30am and close at 3pm with upload access from the Creekside Gondola and the Whistler Village Gondola. Lifts opening will be Emerald Express, Big Red Express, and Franz's Chair.
Blackcomb Mountain will be opening on November 24th.
Conditions and terrain that will be open are suitable for intermediate and advanced skiers and boarders.
Rates start at just $99 per night!
Do you need accommodation for your Whistler Ski Vacation?
The Pemberton Valley Lodge is conveniently located a 25 minute drive north of Whistler Village. Enjoy our comfortable and spacious suites all of which have fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes. Amenities at the lodge include an outdoor heated pool, hot tub, fitness room and complimentary wireless high-speed internet.
Contact us today for reservations.
Posted: Monday, November 14, 2011
