Overview in Whistler and Blackcomb

There's no getting around the fact that Whistler made its reputation on winter sports, with epic skiing and snowboarding, but there's also tons to do during the summer months. You can explore the mountains by ATV or on horseback; adrenaline junkies can bungee jump or enjoy a white-water rafting trip; and golfers can play a round at any of the four championship golf courses. And don't forget the hundreds of hiking trails, numerous options for kayaking and fishing, glacier tours by helicopter, bear-watching opportunities, and a bike park. Whistler is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise!

Whistler and Blackcomb mountains are why most people are here but Garibaldi Provincial Park, adjacent to the Whistler area, is a 78,000-acre park with dense mountainous forests splashed with hospitable lakes and streams.

Whistler Activity and Information Center is a good first stop for any Whistler outdoor activity: it's the place to pick up hiking, biking, and cross-country maps or find out about equipment rentals, and they can even help you book activities. 4010 Whistler Way. 604/932-2394 or 604/938-2769. Whistler.com,the official online reservation center for Whistler can set you up with tours, rentals, guides, and everything else you might need. 1006 Lynham Rd. 800/944-8537. Tourism Whistler has info about all aspects of Whistler. 800/944-7853; 604/664-5625 in Vancouver. www.mywhistler.com.