Alexander Falls is a common stop-off for travelers visiting the nearby Whistler Olympic Park. There is a drive-in lookout at the top of the falls, making it easily accessible to visitors who want spectacular views without having to embark on a lengthy hike. If you do want more adventure, there is a trail leading to the base of the falls, though it is only passable during winter. You’ll need snowshoes and a brave disposition to make it to the base; there are steep sections that make this trail unsuitable for beginners or children.
Alexander Falls is about a 30-minute drive from Whistler Village. Follow the Sea to Sky Highway (Highway 99) south and take the exit onto Callaghan Valley Road. If you don’t have access to a car, it’s best to go as part of a guided tour.
If you want to view the falls when flowing, go in late spring or early summer, when the high volume of water—the result of the seasonal snowmelt—creates a dramatic cascade. For snowshoeing opportunities, the winter months (December–March) are best.
Alexander Falls is just a 5-minute drive from Whistler Olympic Park, which hosted many Nordic skiing events during the 2010 Whistler Olympics. The park now serves as a recreational facility with numerous cross-country ski and snowshoe trails, a sledding hill, and backcountry ski access.
