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Pemberton offers easy access a variety of world-class summer recreation and entertainment, including golf, hiking, horseback-riding trails, + plenty of local farm-to-table food + drink. There is truly something for everyone in Pemberton Valley - explore + enjoy one of our favourite parts of the world.

Pemberton is surrounded by sprawling fields + jagged mountains, along with miles + miles of hiking trails to suit every level.

Joffre Lakes Provincial Park is a popular hiking trail + camping site located just outside of Pemberton. The hike has been popularized thanks to the three beautiful glacier fed lakes + waterfalls. The three lakes are referred to as Lower Joffre, Middle Joffre + Upper Joffre Lake. In order to make the trip from Lower Joffre Lake to Upper Joffre Lake we recommend being an intermediate hiker or in decent walking shape. This trail is not suitable for young children. The trail features many hard ascents + step declines. However, the first lake provides beautiful scenery + is located only a 5 minute walk from the parking lot.

The trail is actually a dedicated mountain bike trail but in recent years hikers + mountain runners have used it to gain access to the top of Signal Hill Mountain. The trail is easily accessed from One Mile Lake or from the Village of Pemberton using the One Mile connector. Lumpy's Trail takes about 1.5 hours to hike round-trip. The trail is fairly easy to navigate. Be sure to take this hike with a good pair of hiking or solid running shoes.

Transport yourself to an otherworldly destination aboard the Guinness World Record-breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, then set out on a 360˚ experience. Two mountains, 50+ km of hiking trails, vistas that overload the senses, free + custom guided tours in every direction, and an ever changing landscape from early summer snow walls to blooming wildflowers to ancient glaciers. The PEAK 2 PEAK 360 Experience: your launch pad to our Outer Spaces.

The Sea to Sky Gondola is your doorway to year-round outdoor adventure including, hiking, interpretive walks, panoramic views + viewing platforms. The 10-minute ride to the top takes you 885m above sea level where sweeping of views of the Howe Sound + coastal mountains will welcome you from every direction. At the top, you’ll find access to 3,000 acres of backcountry terrain + three main viewing platforms: the southwestern-facing Summit Lodge Viewing Deck, the dramatic Chief Overlook Viewing Platform that jets out to overlook climbers on the backside of the Chief + the windsurfing + kiteboarding action at The Spit.

Known locally as the Chief, this massive cliff face is one of North America's largest granite monoliths. It’s also home to one of the most classic hikes in the Sea to Sky Corridor. While not overly technical in nature, the Stawamus Chief is nonetheless a challenging hike, mainly because it doesn’t beat around the bush. The trail goes straight up, right off the start + is sure to get your heart and lungs into overdrive.

Dropping from a whopping 335 metres (1,105 feet), Shannon Falls is BC’s third tallest falls + the Sea to Sky corridor’s most popular spot for a picnic. Around the base of the falls you’ll find a well-maintained boardwalk + trail network to explore some of the area’s towering trees, old-growth stumps + the ever-present mist from the roaring falls above.

Pemberton is known for its golf courses, offering two spectacular 18-hole courses at the base of Mount Currie. Set in the valley beside the Green River & Lillooet River with mountain vistas in every direction, Pemberton has two 18-hole, designer golf courses lying side by side, + is located within a 25-minute drive of Whistler's golfing options.

No fancy talk. No weird pants. Just a great game of golf, epic views + some cold beer. The Meadows at Pemberton golf course key features (+ bragging rights) include a challenging 18 hole – par 72 – 6,407 yard resort-style golf experience, distinctly varied terrain including front nine meadows, forested back nine + eighth hole island green. Walkable + accessible for all ages.

Big Sky Golf Club is the premiere public golf course in Pemberton & Whistler, BC. Ranked by Golf Digest in 2015/2016 as one of the top 30 Public Golf Courses in Canada + in the top 20 golf courses of Canada by SCORE Golf in 2017, you have to experience golf at Big Sky for yourself to truly understand how special the golf course is.

This is the setting that inspired the great Jack Nicklaus to create a golf course as unique as himself. This par 71, 18-hole course winds along a gentle valley floor offering you a spectacular setting as your golfing skills are tested to the fullest. Winner of numerous awards since its opening in 1996, Nicklaus North has played host to events such as the Skins Game + the Shell's Wonderful World of Golf, welcoming some of golf's biggest names such as Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo, Ernie Els, Greg Norman, Fred Couples, John Daly, Vijay Singh + Stephen Ames to name a few.

Find your balance. As well as enjoying the outdoors, make time to relax + rejuvenate when you visit the mountains. Work out + stretch, give muscles the massage they deserve + let your hair shine and skin glow with the latest nourishing treatments.

This is a one of a kind experience where you will find yourself relaxed, exhilarated + ready to take on the day. Experience the age-old Finnish tradition of soaking in soothing outdoor baths at Whistler’s most unique spa. The Scandinave Spa combines rustic elegance with majestic scenery in a tranquil, secluded setting. Enjoy the baths or add a massage for complete rejuvenation. Make your reservations well ahead of time!

Featuring local, fresh produce + natural meats grown locally, Pemberton offers a number of options for fresh fare all times of day, including breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks.

Signatures of the house include the Cache Creek Natural Beef Burger Collection, a grown-up's Mac 'n’ Cheese line-up, Crispy Oysters + Seared Albacore Tuna, entrée size Salads + hearty Dinner Features, plus a 35-plus bottle collection of BC Craft Beers, 6 regional wines on Fresh Tap + a fun selection of sodas.

At the heart of the sea to sky's farming community, in the beautiful Pemberton Valley, The Pony provides great food in a fun, funky atmosphere.

Fescues Restaurant in Pemberton, BC is situated in the heart of the Pemberton Valley at Big Sky Golf Club. Spectacular setting, incredible menu selection + great service define the experience at Fescues. Prepared by Executive Chef Evan Sutherland, the menu at Fescues at Big Sky Golf Club is varied to meet the needs of hungry golfers, yet refined to please the most discerning palate, focusing on local Farm-to-Table ingredients.

Distilling the famous Pemberton potato into the world's only organic potato Vodka, Gin, Absinthe, Schnapps + Liqueurs, the Pemberton Distillery also produces organic Whisky + Brandy from locally grown grains + fruits. Straight from the farm to the bottle, they craft their award-winning spirits entirely on-site using organic ingredients + traditional hand-operated copper pot stills. Come taste the spirit of the Pemberton Valley!

Stock up on your liquor, wine + beer at this local government liquor store. A good selection + good prices.

There are many more options for eating + drinking in Whistler. Some of our favourite spots are:

La Brasserie - Great for a simple breakfast, with an amazing Whistler Village patio for people watching + hangover wound licking.

Stonesedge Kitchen - Quality ingredients + great service in a cozy atmosphere.

Dubh Linn Gate - Classic Irish pub featuring all the classics along with a finely poured Guinness or Caesar.

Araxi - One of Canada's best restaurants featuring Pacific Northwest dishes. Don't forget to order some oysters.

Bar Oso - Araxi's little sister restaurant, enjoy Spanish inspired dishes, charcuterie platters, fine wines + delicious cocktails. One of our all-time favourites!

The Sea to Sky is the perfect destination to get your adrenaline going. From water sports to playing in the treetops, there's something for everyone + every level of adventure.

Ziptrek Ecotours is the pioneer of zipline tours in North America! With an award winning ecological curriculum + the highest, longest + most ziplines around, Ziptrek offers an entertaining combination of aerial adventure + exploration. Starting with a single tour in Whistler in 2002, there are now multiple tour offerings available throughout the year. With tours designed for virtually all ages + abilities, there is a tour option suitable for everyone. Operating in a true old-growth temperate rainforest, there is spectacular scenery + amazing views to take in along the way. Your inspiring journey through the forest happens via a combination of suspension bridges, treetop observation platforms, ground based trails + ziplines.

This exciting tour will take you though of one of our BC Provincial Parks, to the base of Nairn Falls. Enjoy the natural state of old growth forests + wildlife as Eric travels you through the waters once considered the original roadways of British Columbia. This adventure includes waterfalls, snowcapped peaks + thrilling rapids, make sure to bring your camera along for the ride.

Often voted by Whistler locals as the most extreme activity in Whistler, Whistler Bungee provides an exhilarating, adrenaline filled rush that no other activity can compare to. Whistler Bungee gives thrill seekers an unforgettable experience by jumping 160ft (50 meters) over the glacial fed Cheakamus River.

Copper Cayuse Outfitters is the premier guided horse riding company in British Columbia’s Sea to Sky corridor + offers many different types of horseback adventures in the Whistler and Pemberton areas. We provide hourly horseback trips in Pemberton, full and half-day rides in the Birkenhead Lake backcountry, multi-day trips into the wilderness areas of Tenquille Lake + custom rides almost anywhere you want to go.

For over 14 years, Babysitting Whistler has been providing experienced + loving childcare to local families + visitors to Whistler. Each nanny is carefully selected for their fun outgoing attitude along with the reliability you would expect from a childcare professional.