Ski Area Facts & Stats

The staging area is located about 9km up the Callaghan Valley Nordic Access road, which is about 13km South West of Whistler Resort and 100 km North of Vancouver.

In the heart of Callaghan Country, in a picturesque sub-alpine meadow, 4,500’ above sea level, is Callaghan Lodge – Whistler’s only full-service remote-access lodge.

Access details from Vancouver & Seattle

Cozy and charming backcountry lodge situated on the shores of its own private lake - first opened in November 1998.

Rooms: Currently accommodates up to 22 people in 8 private rooms

• 5 standard rooms: 3 with queen berths, 2 with twin berths (sleeps 10, depending on group configuration)
• 2 superior rooms with queen beds and private bathrooms (sleeps 4)
• 1 deluxe suite: the Solitude Suite featuring an ensuite, private living room with pull-out sofa, and loft with a second pull-out sofa and two twin bunkbeds (sleeps 8, depending on group configuration)

Future development plans will see the addition of 3 more private rooms, a retail and rental facility, meeting room, and sauna.

Meals: Delicious, hearty meals prepared by our Lodge Chef and served 'en famille.'

Amenities: Full kitchen and dining facilities, comfortable lounge area, stone and propane fireplaces, library, pool / ping pong table, house guitar, darts, board games, gear drying room, indoor plumbing and shower facilities.

Callaghan Lodge is located 12.5km/7.7mi from the main staging area.

In the winter, guests are transported from the staging area either by snow coach, snowmobile or helicopter. Guests also have the option of skiing in. It can take anywhere from 1 - 4 hours to ski in, depending on the group's fitness and ability level. It takes about half the time to ski out.

In the summer, primary access is via helicopter. It is possible to drive (4WD only) to Callaghan Lake Provincial Park, and then hike in the remaining 4km/2.5mi.