Bringing the family dog along for your Whistler vacation? Dogs are very much welcome in Whistler, and your fur babies will have plenty to see and do!

Looking for a pet-friendly hotel in Whistler? Dogs of all sizes are welcome at Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre, with a maximum of two pets per suite.

Each pet will receive an amenity package that includes food and water bowls, biodegradable poop bags, a blanket, and delicious treats. Our Guest Services team can also suggest dog-friendly activities, if you need more ideas apart from the recommendations below.

Do note that dogs are not allowed on many of Whistler’s signature hiking trails, including trails on the Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. To be safe, please check with Guest Services before you head out.

You should also not leave dogs tethered and unattended anywhere in Whistler, and this includes outside shops and restaurants. In addition, your dog will not be able to sit with you inside a restaurant—or outside, on the patio—due to health code regulations. (Read more about travelling with pets in Whistler here.)

Should you wish to enjoy a humans-only activity while in Whistler, we can recommend professional pet sitters such as Whistler Dog Sitting for in-suite pet sitting or private walks. Your dog can also explore the Whistler backcountry with Biscuits Pet Care or Whistler Dog Walkers, all conveniently arranged for you by our Guest Services team before you head out.

In case of pet emergencies, you can seek help from Coast Mountain Veterinary Services and Twin Trees Veterinary Clinic in Whistler.

To play our part for animal welfare, we will donate C$5.00 per night to the Whistler Animals Galore (WAG) shelter for each furry guest that stays with us at the Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre.

Alpha Lake Park has a children’s play structure, a sandy beach with a dock, beach volleyball and tennis courts, as well as BBQ stands and picnic tables. But the highlight for dog owners is Arfa Park, the fenced beach and park space for dogs to frolic off-leash. Within the rest of Alpha Lake Park, dogs can also be off-leash, but only before 10.00am and after 8.00pm daily.

Get directions to Alpha Lake Park (8-minute drive from Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre)

Rainbow Park is a glorious spot for sunrise watching in Whistler, as well as for sightseeing, swimming, and dog play—within the park’s designated off-leash area known as Barking Bay. As for the rest of Rainbow Park, dogs are only allowed off-leash before 10.00am and after 8.00pm daily.

Get directions to Rainbow Park (13-minute drive from Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre)

To challenge your pooch, head to Bayly Park, which has a fully fenced off-leash dog enclosure with an agility training course! The rest of the park is on-leash, and other facilities include a playground, a soccer field, beach volleyball and tennis courts, and a BMX bike track.

Get directions to Bayly Park (12-minute drive from Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre)

Whistler visitors head to Lost Lake Park in the summer for the beach. In the winter months, Lost Lake Park features over 30km of cross-country skiing trails, paired with fantastic views of the Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains.

During winter, dogs are not allowed in Lost Lake Park or on its trails, but for the rest of the year, dogs can run free and have a dip at Canine Cove, along the north of Lost Lake Beach. However, do keep your dog-related activities within Canine Cove, as dogs are not allowed to roam the rest of the beach.

Get directions to Lost Lake Park (6-minute drive from Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre)

One of Whistler’s most popular running trails is the 2km run around the Lost Lake known as the “Lost Lake Loop.” You can also begin your journey from across the Whistler Visitor Centre to the Lost Lake Park and back, covering a distance of about 5.8km (round trip). The Lost Lake Loop terrain is flat and the route is lit at night, making it a stress-free way for you and your four-legged running mate to get some fresh air and exercise.

Get route map (from Whistler Visitor Centre)

Get directions to Lost Lake Park (6-minute drive from Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre)

Part hiking trail and part tourist attraction, Whistler’s “Train Wreck” refers to seven 1950s boxcars that have found their final resting place amidst ancient trees in the Cheakamus woods. Yet their journey has not ended, thanks to graffiti artists who have, over the years, repurposed the boxcars as canvases for their visual statements.

If this intrigues you, follow the Train Wreck trail (2km round trip), where you will experience the thrill of crossing a suspension bridge across the Cheakamus River before laying eyes on the boxcars.

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Get directions to Train Wreck Trail (12-minute drive from Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre)

The Riverside Loop consists of the Riverside and Farside trails, which run along either side of the Cheakamus River, and are linked by bridges at both ends. Both pet-friendly trails are well-marked by signs and cover a distance of about 6.8km. According to feedback from hikers, you can expect a moderately sweaty time—nothing too strenuous—coupled with a lovely view of the river.

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Get directions to Riverside Trailhead (11-minute drive from Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre)

Keen to experience the healing benefits of “forest bathing” with your dog? Get on the Ancient Cedars Trail (5km round trip), and follow a forested route that leads to a grove of towering cedar trees. Keep in mind that forest bathing involves more than the act of hiking—you should also activate your senses to fully immerse yourself in the environment, from its sights and sounds to its scents and textures.

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Get directions to Ancient Cedars Trail (17-minute drive from Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre)

The Nairn Falls hike is considered easy, but this dog-friendly trail has a big payoff—it only takes about 1.5km to reach the waterfall viewing area, where you will be greeted by the arresting sight of rushing waters cutting through rock formations.

Within the park, pets must be leashed at all times, and they are not allowed in park buildings or beach areas. But if you are visiting without your dog, you can also make your way along the Nairn Falls Green River trail to explore a secluded beach that only locals know about.

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Get directions to Nairn Falls Provincial Park (26-minute drive from Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre)