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Some words that have been used to describe it by folks involved in the course layout are:  Undulating, Serene, Unique, Breathtaking and Beautiful.  The course will wind its way around the Whistler Valley, taking in a number of neighbourhoods and parks along the way.

With a start line in the shadow of the Olympic cauldron, you will warm up in the exact location that Olympic and Paralympic athletes received their medals during the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.  Upon departing Whistler Olympic Plaza the course follows municipal roadways into the neighbourhood of Whistler Cay, over Blueberry Hill, and along the shores of Alta Lake before entering a beautiful stand of temperate rainforest on the paved valley trail system.  Following a loop through the Alta Vista area, the course continues on the Valley Trail system out to what is arguably Whistler's greatest viewpoint at Rainbow Park prior to returning for a loop on "Easy Street". 

The peak of Whistler Mountain is in full view as the course returns to Whistler Village and a stretch along the famous Village Stroll.  Departing Whistler Village the Trail connects the course to municipal roadways in one of Whistler's original neighbourhoods at White Gold, still home to some of the town's original ski cabins.  The final stretch into the finish begins with a forested track offering peek - a - boo views of Fitzsimmons Creek, and Blackcomb Mountain; followed by a winding final kilometre into the finish line with views of the Olympic Rings and Paralympic Agitos framed by the iconic Peak to Peak gondola.

With a total elevation gain of 250m, 4 hills, and plenty of flats; this course is achievable by athletes of all abilities.  Negative split times can be expected with many of the hills being covered in the first half of the course.  Now that the secret is revealed - get out there and train, train, train. We look forward to seeing you at the start (and finish) line.

NOTE: This is NOT a closed course.  Although the first few km are in desginated lanes on the roadway, please note that much of the course follows open roads and trail where vehicular (auto and bicycle), pedestrian, and animal traffic can be encountered at anytime.

Course Markings:  Each kilometre will be marked using roadside signage to help athletes with race pacing

Aid Stations:  Aid stations include water, Powerade, washrooms, and first aid.  Stations are located at the 4.5km, 9.5km, 12.5, 15.5km, and 18.5km distances

Time cut-off:  Please note that the course and finish line area will begin to be dismantled at 11:30am.  Should you plan to take longer than 4 hours to complete the course, you may find yourself without the aid of course marshals and traffic control.  Please download a map and take it with you, once marshals and traffic control or removed the course, please proceed with caution using sidewalks and designated pathways.

By Foot:  Staying in Whistler Village?  Our start and finish line at Whistler Olympic Plaza is within easy walking distance from all main and upper village accommodations, and just a 5 minute walk from our host hotel, The Crystal Lodge and Suites

Transit:  All of Whistler's main bus routes stop at or very near Whistler Olympic Plaza.  For a full transit schedule please click here

By Car:  From Vancouver/Squamish, travel north on highway 99, turn right on Lorimer Road, continue straight through the intersections with Northlands and Blackcomb Way.  Enter the municipal parking lots on the right hand side.  Once parked, proceed to the stairs leading up the berm, and Whistler Olympic Plaza is located directly across the street.

Parking:  Event parking is in Lot 4 of the municpal parking lots, location described above