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Sea-to-Sky: Squamish to Whistler, Coast Mountains, British Columbia
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Drives British Columbia Vancouver, the Sea-to-Sky and the BC Coast

Sea-to-Sky: Squamish to Whistler

BC 99 · Alice Lake → Whistler Village

Leisurely29 mi35 min4,000 ft climbHigh point ≈ 2,200 ftOne way
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The drive

Highway 99, the Sea to Sky Highway, climbs from the north edge of Squamish to Whistler Village, past Alice and Brohm lakes and the Cheakamus River canyon, with Brandywine Falls beside the road. This drive starts about a mile past the Alice Lake Road junction and runs north.

The highway was widened and given a concrete divider in the upgrade for the 2010 Olympics. It is divided four-lane in places.

The 28.6 miles take about 35 minutes and climb about 4,000 feet in total.

Along the way

  1. Alice Lake
  2. Brandywine Falls
  3. Whistler Village
Elevation
4,000 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 2,200 ft
Alice LakeWhistler Village
Curves
Mostly gentle curves
Alice LakeWhistler Village
GentleHairpins

Good to know

  • Traffic is heavy on weekends.
  • Bridge and slope work can bring lane closures on Highway 99; check DriveBC before you go.
  • Winter tires or chains are required beyond Horseshoe Bay from October 1.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check DriveBC.

Questions about this drive

How long does the Sea to Sky drive from Squamish to Whistler take?

The Sea to Sky Highway from Squamish to Whistler Village is 28.6 miles and takes about 35 minutes.

Is the Sea to Sky Highway twisty?

It is rated Leisurely: a long climb on a divided highway with gentle bends.

Do you need winter tires on the Sea to Sky Highway?

Winter tires or chains are required past Horseshoe Bay on Highway 99 from October 1.

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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.

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Map of Sea-to-Sky: Squamish to Whistler, from Alice Lake to Whistler Village