Blackcomb Glacier Provincial Park Park
High-alpine park encompassing Blackcomb Glacier and ridges
Protected area around the Blackcomb Glacier on Whistler's Blackcomb Mountain; attracts mountaineers, backcountry skiers and glacier hikers with access from the Whistler resort area.
Blackcomb Glacier Provincial Park at a Glance#
How to Get to Blackcomb Glacier Provincial Park#
The park lies in the Whistler area; the nearest major access point is Whistler Village. From Whistler, local roads and trail networks lead up-valley toward Blackcomb’s alpine areas. There are marked trailheads and backcountry access points - consult local trail maps and the BC Parks website for current route and safety information.
Tips for Visiting Blackcomb Glacier Provincial Park#
- If attempting glacier travel, hire a certified guide and glacier equipment (crampons, ropes) - conditions change quickly.
- From Whistler, take the Free Shuttle to the trailheads on the valley floor, but plan for a long hike or technical ascent to the glacier itself.
- Check avalanche forecasts and seasonal trail closures before heading out.
Best Time to Visit Blackcomb Glacier Provincial Park#
Summer months are the most accessible for non-technical visitors, though true glacier access requires mountaineering skills.
Weather & Climate near Blackcomb Glacier Provincial Park#
Blackcomb Glacier Provincial Park's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from -13°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1319 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -13° - -4° | -13° | 163 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -11° - -2° | -11° | 121 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -10° - -2° | -10° | 107 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -7° - 1° | -7° | 84 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -4° - 5° | -2° | 87 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -1° - 9° | 2° | 91 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 2° - 13° | 6° | 70 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 3° - 14° | 8° | 66 mm | - | - | 2.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 0° - 11° | 4° | 69 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -4° - 5° | -2° | 124 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -9° - -2° | -10° | 174 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -13° - -5° | -13° | 163 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
