Whistler Blackcomb Reviews: 4.28/5 from 600+ Verified Skiers | Snomad
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Updated May 2026
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How Skiers Rate Whistler Blackcomb

Overall Rating
4.28
Value for Money
3.30
Quiet Slopes
3.40
Après-Ski
4.25
Accommodation Options
4.24
Family Friendliness
4.41
Groomed Runs
4.37
Powder Zones
4.32
Tree Runs
4.44
Mogul Fields
3.85
Off-Piste
4.46
Snow Parks
4.18
Lift Efficiency
4.04
Eating Out
4.33
Ski School Quality
4.41
Beginners
4.13
Intermediates
4.33
Advanced
4.29
Experts
4.26
Snowboarders
4.29

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What Skiers Say About Whistler Blackcomb

Whistler Blackcomb attracts skiers and snowboarders across all ability levels, from beginners to experts. Reviewers consistently praise the massive skiable terrain across two mountains, the variety of runs including off-piste and tree skiing, and the efficient lift system connecting Whistler and Blackcomb via the Peak 2 Peak Gondola. Snow conditions are frequently mentioned as variable, with several users noting rain at lower elevations, icy patches, and inconsistent coverage depending on the season. The resort is repeatedly described as expensive, with high costs for lift tickets, accommodation, food, and dining both on and off the mountain. Lift queues, particularly on weekends and peak times, are a common complaint, with waits of 20-40 minutes reported at busy periods.

AI-generated summary based on verified skier reviews

  • massive terrain variety
  • off-piste opportunities
  • tree runs
  • lift efficiency
  • après-ski options
  • mountain views
  • high costs
  • lift queues
  • variable snow conditions
  • expensive food
  • weekend crowds
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Rick
expert skier ⛷️
Feb, 5 2025
A really big mountain to explore terrain from beginner to expert, on piste to off piste into the trees, lots of bowl skiing and a few couloirs to go into. Views are fabulous when sunny but when the low level clouds roll in it can be challenging to even go down the piste trails in the high alpine, when theres deep powder youll be in heaven. If you havent been it will be worth the visit.
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Leama
intermediate skier ⛷️
Feb, 4 2025
Not very much value that Vail offers especially when youre paying so much for a day when conditions are not favourable. Would love to see more options for tasty food at the top of the mountain
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Tony
intermediate skier ⛷️
Feb, 4 2025
Great setting, different to European ski resorts. Everything is at the bottom of the hill in the resort, very few buildings up on the mountain so it's quite wild and unspoilt. The lift pass system is great too if you pay for 10 days and take a day off you don't lose the day. The pass check in at the bottom was great too with no need to mess around with passes higher up. Highly recommended.
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Daniel
advanced skier ⛷️
Feb, 4 2025
Excellent ski resort with so many options its almost paralyzing. Only problems are the high costs of everything as well as the large amounts of people making lines for just about anything pretty long. Other than that near perfect resort especially on days with good conditions, which are quite often in the area!
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Brenda
advanced skier ⛷️
Feb, 4 2025
It's big and its beautiful, but and on weekends and holidays extremely busy. If you don't one of Vail's passes it's going to be incredibly expensive.
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Mathieu
advanced snowboarder 🏂
Feb, 3 2025
I really appreciated my time in Whistler/Blackcomb . Both mountain are amazing , food is good with reasonable price , people are welcoming , the shuttle system is very efficient to move around the area ,both teacher from Extremely Canadian during my 2 days snowboard class were professional and resourceful. For the gondola and ski lift they were working pretty well and not too fast to get in if you are a begginner but quick enought to bring you where you want to go. I didn't expérience the powder unfortunately but gooming is great on both mountain . I would recommend for anyone who want a huge and diverse environment for skiing/snowboarding!!
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Lee
intermediate skier ⛷️
Feb, 3 2025
Efficient lift system. Huge variety of runs to suit all skills. Vast area with quiet runs and almost untouched snow late in day. Big choice of accommodation and high quality restaurants. Lots of nice walks if not skiing.
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Carly
advanced snowboarder 🏂
Feb, 3 2025
Great terrain and fun bowls after fresh snowfall. Fun après in the village. Expensive accommodation and trip overall but everything you need is in the village.
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Peter
intermediate skier ⛷️
Feb, 3 2025
I used to live in Whistler, when it was owned by a Canadian company. All the terrain is still there I used to ski, and a few new high peed quad chairs have been added, which is nice because of the volume they receive. Now, this is not an anti American rant, but since the resort has been bought by Vail properties, they have gone in the direction of higher prices, not just for lift passes, but apres ( the Longhorn pub, once a locals favourite, now a private members lounge )and dining. I know that locals ( lower mainland BC Canada ), are no longer their primary market, but wealthy American and international markets.
The idea, is to price out, the locals.
Still an incredibly beautiful place in world for skiing and just the mountain experience, I would just rather spend my money in the interior of the province now, Silver Star, Big White, and Apex. I hope this helps, you can reach out to me for any other questions you might have.
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Elisabeth
expert skier ⛷️
Feb, 3 2025
Best powder.
So many runs
Awesome back country
Great apres ski bars
Friendly staff
Great views from top
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Olly
expert snowboarder 🏂
Feb, 3 2025
Pricey but amazing. go to quattro restaurant.7th heaven is amazingPeople friendlyAmazing apres ski
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Alan
advanced skier ⛷️
Feb, 3 2025
Stayed in a condo on the hill with 2 other couples. Very good ski out location and above average accommodations.Went in mid February and snow conditions were fantastic.Apres ski at bottom of the hill was top notch with friendly folks and great service.Family friendly and runs were best suited for intermediate to advanced skiers.
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Gzo
expert skier ⛷️
Feb, 3 2025
It would take a lifetime to explore all these mountains have to offer! No powder, grooming top notch! Time your lifts and you have minimal wait time, meet a local and your day will leave you exhausted!
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Loriana
beginner skier ⛷️
Feb, 2 2025
Nice ski resort in Canada, with super friendly staff, safe and clean.Lift tickets are over priced so you better get your day passes in advanced.
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Sharon
intermediate skier ⛷️
Feb, 2 2025
Powder was amazing. Loved the village And the restaurants. Hotels were incredible too and a lot of them. People were friendly and from all over the world
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David
intermediate skier ⛷️
Feb, 1 2025
Whistler hadnt had snow for at least 10 days so the slopes were much icier than normally the case. Nevertheless, the crews worked hard to keep them in good shape. Its hard to complain when all three days were bluebird.
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Ted
expert skier ⛷️
Feb, 1 2025
Head to Scandinavian spa after your day on the hill or straight to Merlins for their supper crazie apres
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Owen
advanced skier ⛷️
Feb, 1 2025
Blackcomb has exceptional fall-line skiing. One can always find good lines in the Whistler back-bowls, and the back side runs off of Sapnkys Ladder can be breathtaking after a fresh snowfall. Lots of terrain to be explored for those in search of adventure.
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John
advanced skier ⛷️
Feb, 1 2025
Huge resort, big vertical, lots of lift capacity including peak to peak. All price ranges of accommodation, killer night life. Side and back country terrain galore. Expensive but awesome!
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C
expert snowboarder 🏂
Feb, 1 2025
Excellent terrain but overpriced and crowded from start to finish, including the drive and parking.
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