November 13, 2018 (Whistler, B.C.) – Situated within a pristine forest surrounded by mountains, Callaghan Country is a nature lover’s paradise and mountain adventurer’s playground. A short drive south of Whistler Village, you can experience the charm and warmth of traditional alpine culture. Featuring over 130km of trails set on a 7,000 hectare of stunning landscape, you’ll need more than just a day to explore this Nordic paradise.

The best place to start your day is at the Alexander Falls Ski Touring Centre. The gateway into Callaghan Country, the centre offers a convenient and affordable place to start your day’s adventure with services including a warming hut, equipment rentals, tours, and snowcat shuttles. Whether you choose to skate, classic ski, snowshoe, or ski tour, Callaghan Country offers something to suite everyone from seasoned adventurers to casual explorers. There is also a network of dog-friendly ski and snowshoe trails to exercise both you and your furry buddy.

With an average annual snowfall of 22ft, Callaghan Country provides ideal conditions for both cross-country skiers and backcountry tourers. You won’t want to forget your camera either as trails intertwine through old-growth forests, lush alpine meadows and open up to towering peaks and pristine lakes. Not to be missed is Alexander Falls, the base of the 55m frozen waterfall can be accessed by snowshoeing.

If you’re seeking something more remote, choose to venture to Journeyman Lodge, where you can opt for an overnight stay deep in the wilderness. Nestled 13.5km from the nearest road, this authentic backcountry lodge is the perfect place to escape overnight and enjoy cozy secluded ski getaway. Featuring cozy private rooms, a communal living room, rustic outdoor sauna, and family-style dinners, it is the place to gather after a day in the snow. The lodge offers flexible rates to suit all budgets as well as guided and unguided activities to explore in the surrounding untouched alpine terrain.

For those not staying overnight, after a day exploring the pristine snow-covered wilderness, you can loop back for a trailside bonfire at the Alexander Falls Ski Touring Centre to warm up and share the day’s adventures with fellow skiers.

A typical winter season at Callaghan Country runs from mid-November to mid-April depending on weather and conditions.

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