Typically given a bit of a bad rap by locals, this is one of the best places to work on your early (or late) season bike skills. Relatively flat, nothing overly technical, and always an easy exit, the lost lake trails are a great place to explore and get a taste for what mountain biking in Whistler is all about.

There is a “right” way to ride these trails - check out these routes on trailforks to make sure you aren’t trying to climb a trail that is better ridden the other way.

Arguably as famous as the bike park, and sometimes referred to as the “Blackcomb bike park”, these trails have been graced by the likes of the EWS, but are also some of us local’s favourite after-work laps. It’s hard to go wrong with trail choice here, but Hey Bud, Crazy Train, and Dark Crystal are some of the most famous trails.

The original Whistler tech-gnar. If you want steep, rocky, relentless trails with some very fun and satisfying features, this is the place to go. Oh yeah… and there really is no easy way up to where it all starts - the flank trail. Think of these trails as feature connections as opposed to any major flowy descents - there will always be a punchy uphill greeting you just as you think you’re having fun on the down. Working Class, High Society, and Cheap Thrills are a great place to start on Sproat westside. For an added bit of spicy gnar, check out AC/DC and Bush doctor for techical rock rolls.

On the more mellow side, the lower trails, such as Danimal and the Dessert Platter—a connection of dessert-themed trails (A la mode, Cherry on Top, Green Jello, etc.) —offer some dark blue to black trails that provide a great challenge for intermediate riders.

Similar to Westside Sproat, these trails are just up the valley. The climb to the flank trail isn’t any easier here, but you’ll find a mix of trails with a bit more flow.

Billy Epic is a great trail with just enough challenge to keep you on your toes. Expert riders can try their hand at Jaws and Surfs up, and this is where you will find the famous whistler classic "Green Monster”.

Cheakamus is relatively new to the Whistler trail network. It is where a lot of locals have moved thanks to employee restricted zoning, and therefore this is where a ton of new tails are popping up. You can now find everything from the super flowy and adaptive friendly “Flashback" to some of the hardest trails in Whistler like Green Therapy and Roca Verde

These are an inevitable component of a high-traffic bike park.

Ride above or below the main line

Check the bolts on your bike

This is a fun thing to joke about, but it also really good advice. There is nothing worse than ending up in the Whistler medical clinic after your first lap…

Ever since Fitz was upgraded to an 8pack, the lines have been significantly improved. They will still exist at peak times however - especially when not all lifts are open or operational. Enjoy the extra break for your hands - you’ll be back up there soon enough.