Whistler: Overlord, Lakeside & Decker Loop - Intermediate

About the Hike:

Whistler Gondola pass required

Skip the uphill slog and ride the gondola to the top. This route is located at the top of the Blackcomb Gondola on Blackcomb Mountain. Overlord, Lakeside and Decker Loop offer stunning views of Blackcomb meadows and alpine lakes, along with various viewpoints along the way. Overall, this is a great hike with fantastic views and changing landscapes. The route is mostly well marked and it is challenging in parts.

After the hike, join us at Merlin's Bar & Grill (across from gondola base) for food and drinks.

As of June 21 Decker Loop is still closed but often opens by the long weekend. If it is not open by June 28 we will still hike the trails that are open (Alpine Loop, Lakeside Loop and Overlord Trail). We may encounter snow so microspikes are recommended.

We will board the gondola promptly at 10:30 am. You MUST have your gondola ticket or pass before boarding the gondola.

*Note that the 1 day gondola ticket costs $105 (!!!) while the summer season pass is $165, so if you plan to come back even once before September 21 the season pass is a better deal. If you have purchased a Whistler Blackcomb 2025/2026 ski season pass then you are entitled to one summer experience pass. Make sure you pick up your pass at Guest Services. If you have a 2024/2025 ski season pass you may be entitled to a discount or pass - check with Whistlerer website/Guest Services.

Carpool sheet here.

Difficulty, Distance, and Elevation:
Intermediate, 9.5 km trail (loop), 553 meters of elevation gain

Meeting At:
Blackcomb Gondola BASE
Parking: Whistler Parking Lot 3 (pay parking)
Transit: Epic Rides bus to Whistler. If taking the bus, please book the 7 pm return in case of delays on the trail.
Recommended Hiking Clothing, Footwear and Gear:

1. Hiking boots or hiking shoes
2. Daypack or Hiking backpack
3. 2 liters of water + Lunch + Snacks
4. Sweater or a hoodie
5. Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
6. Microspikes and gaiters (we may encounter snow)
7. Hiking poles
8. Whistler pass or money for gondola ticket
9. Rain jacket (optional - only if raining!)
10. Headlamp (fully charged)
11. Safety essentials

LEGAL INFORMATION, LIABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
We are a group of volunteers. We are NOT a professional organization or pro trail guides and/or pro event organizers. The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible and liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during and at anytime after this event. Risks of attending hiking events include, but are not limited to: getting lost; slipping and falling; snow and ice; extreme cold; extreme heat; dangerous animals; insects; falling trees or brush; falling rocks or landslides; fire; flooding; bridge failure; unstable ground; and falling in fast moving water.

As a condition of your participation in the event, you assume all risk of personal injury, death or property loss resulting from any cause whatsoever including NEGLIGENCE, BREACH OF CONTRACT OR BREACH OF ANY DUTY OF CARE ON THE PART OF THE HOST. You agree that the host shall not be liable for any personal injury, death or property loss and release the host from all liability and waive all claims with respect thereto.
Negligence includes failure on the part of the host to take reasonable steps to safeguard or protect you from or warn you of the risks, dangers and hazards referred to above. You assume all cost of your own rescue or evacuation.

By RSVP'ing "Yes", for this event, you acknowledge that you fully understand and accept the aforementioned conditions and following event attendance conditions and, you are solely responsible for your own health, safety and well-being before, during and at anytime after the event as stated previously.

All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event.