Garibaldi Lake
A glacial lake in Garibaldi Provincial Park, with turquoise water surrounded by snowy peaks and glaciers. It is one of BC’s most popular hiking routes.
Starting from the Rubble Creek parking lot, the trail is about 9 km one way with about 820 m of elevation gain, and takes 6–8 hours round trip. Along the way you pass the Barrier lava wall and Lesser Garibaldi Lake, and there are campsites by the lake. Fit hikers can extend the trip to Panorama Ridge for views over the whole lake, a round trip of about 30 km. On summer weekends and holidays, you must reserve a free day-use pass on the BC Parks website. The lake is about 37 km from Whistler, so bring plenty of water and food.
Opening hours
Open all day (daytime hiking)
Nearby sights
- Cloudraker Skybridge
- Brandywine Falls
- Peak 2 Peak Gondola
- Whistler Train Wreck
- Whistler Mountain Bike Park
- Alta Lake & Rainbow Park
- Whistler Blackcomb
- Whistler Village & Olympic Plaza