Sea-to-Sky Highway (Vancouver to Whistler)
The most scenic 120 km of pavement in British Columbia.
Highway 99 climbs from sea level at Howe Sound up to the alpine village of Whistler in just 120 kilometres, threading waterfalls, viewpoints and a gondola along the way. It's short enough to day-trip but rewards an overnight in the mountains.
Flying in? This route starts in Vancouver — pick up wheels at the airport.
Rent a Car in VancouverBest Time to Drive
Year-round; clearest views May to October, best skiing December to March.
How Many Days
A long day, or a weekend with a Whistler overnight.
Where to Stay
Whistler Village for ski-in/ski-out, or Squamish halfway.
Drive this route
A rental car, stops to sleep and roadside cover.
The route, stop by stop
- 1
Horseshoe Bay & Lions Bay
20 kmThe ferry terminal and the first big sound views as the road leaves West Vancouver.
- 2
Shannon Falls
55 kmBC's third-tallest waterfall, a 335-metre cascade right beside the highway.
- 3
Sea-to-Sky Gondola
60 kmRide above Howe Sound to the Summit Lodge and its suspension bridge.
- 4
Squamish & the Stawamus Chief
65 kmRock-climbing mecca and a granola-fueled mountain town at the head of Howe Sound.
- 5
Whistler Village
120 kmFinish in the pedestrian alpine village — Peak 2 Peak gondola, skiing and mountain biking.
