Whistler Ice!

Whistler has some great ice climbing located just south of the village at Cal Chek. A short 10-15 minute hike leads from the car to the ice climbing area. This a great zone for beginner ice climbing, improving your technique, and learning to lead on ice.

The cliff is about 25m in height allowing top roping or learning to lead climb. The ice climbs range from WI2 - WI4 depending on which line you chose. The far left side of the area has a fun mixed climb making a great introduction to mixed climbing.

Combine a day climbing here with a multipitch to give yourself a weekend immersed in ice climbing!

Itinerary:

Meet at Forecast Coffee in Whistler (Function Junction) at 8am. Drive to the trailhead, check gear, and hike to the climbing area. Climb until 3pm and then pack up and return to the cars by 4pm.

Waiver

You are required to read the VMG Waiver and agree to it’s terms and conditions prior to paying or signing. Your guide needs to see the emailed waiver verification before participating.

Questions?

Fee:

Ratio 1:1 $899

Ratio 1:2 $599 each

Ratio 1:3 $429 each

Ratio 1:4 $359 each

Includes: guide, group equipment, crampons, and tools (if required).
 

Dates:

Dates are flexible Dec - Mar

1 - Day

Pre-requisite:

• Good Physical conditioning

• Top rope belaying

• Desire to ice climb
  

Equipment:

• harness

• helmet (climbing)

• ice climbing boots

• ice tools

• crampons

• belay device (ATC type)

• 2 locking carabiners

• double length sling (120cm)

• winter clothing (see equipment list)

• headlamp (extra batteries)

• wide mouth water bottle (1 liter)

• lunch

• personnel items (ie. bandaids, medication)

• 30L climbing pack

Note: VMG will supply any equipment you do not have (except ice climbing boots).