Garibaldi Provincial Park

Singing Pass Area

Shelter at Russet Lake

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The Singing Pass area provides magnificent views of the Fitzsimmons and Spearhead Mountain ranges and Cheakamus Glacier. The slopes of the pass are sprinkled with wild flowers in the summer. 

Singing Pass Access:

At the resort community of Whistler, follow the signs to village parking at the base of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. Park in the day lots, or in the area authorized for overnight parking in lot 4 if staying overnight in Singing Pass. The new trailhead is located adjacent to the bus loop and passenger drop-off area.

Facilities:

There are no garbage facilities so always pack out what you pack in!

Camping is permitted at the northwest end of Russet Lake. There is a small hut there with pit toilet facilities. No other amenities are provided.

Trail Information:

Whistler Village to Singing Pass - Length, 11.5 km; suggested time, 4 hours one way; elevation change, 1,000 metres. The trail follows Fitzsimmons and Melody Creeks before it opens up at Singing Pass. The pass is also accessible from Whistler Mountain by a high, sustained alpine route crossing Piccolo, Flute and Oboe summits. This route is known as the Musical Bumps.

Singing Pass to Russet Lake - Length, 3 km; suggested time, 1 hour one way; elevation change, 250 metres. Good views of Overlord Glacier and surrounding peaks.

Whistler Mountain Gondola to Whistler Village via Musical Bumps - Length, 21 km; suggested time, 6 to 8 hours; elevation change, 1,300 metres. From the top of the gondola, Singing Pass is accessible by an alpine route traversing Piccolo, Flute and Oboe peaks. From the pass, return to the village via the Singing Pass trail. Be sure to check on Whistler Mountain lift operations.

Mountain bikes are NOT permitted on this trail.

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