The seasonal pay parking in Alpha Lake Park, Wayside Park, and Lakeside Park will return from Wednesday, May 15, to September 15.
Hourly parking rate will be set at $2, with a maximum parking duration of 6 hours. According to RMOW, paid parking will be enforced daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. However, visitors can enjoy free parking during off-peak hours, from 6 p.m. to 10 a.m. Oversized vehicles will not be permitted to park at Rainbow Park during this time.
According to the regulations, overnight camping in vehicles will also not be permitted in any of the park areas. Meanwhile, free accessible parking will be available for those with special needs. For the off-season, from September 16 to May 14, parking will be free during all hours.
Lost Lake Park will continue to have no parking available and will be limited to pick-up/drop-off only during the season. It’s important to note that vehicles cannot be left unattended, and the lot remains closed through winter. However, the free shuttle service will operate daily between the Village and Lost Lake Park to accommodate visitors.
Operating from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., specifically between June 17 and September 4, the shuttle can be accessed from two pick-up locations: Gondola Transit Exchange Post 4 and Olympic Plaza Bus Stop.
For those driving, the centrally located Day Lots off Blackcomb Way provide easy access to the shuttle, Whistler’s Village Stroll, shops, and the Valley Trail. Shuttles make stops at all Whistler transit stops between Gondola Transit Exchange and Lost Lake, running every 10 minutes from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and every 20 minutes during other hours.
The Lost Lake Shuttle is designed to be wheelchair accessible, ensuring accessibility for everyone. Visitors seeking more information can visit the website whistler.ca/ParkShuttle.
To streamline the payment process for daily parking, visitors can opt for touch-free payment using PayByPhone. Payments can be made via the PayByPhone website, app, or by calling 1-866-234-7275. Each park is assigned a specific location code for PayByPhone payment:
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Alpha Lake Park: 42263
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Lakeside Park: 42262
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Rainbow Park: 42261
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Wayside Park: 42264
Alternatively, payment can be made at pay stations using coins or credit cards, or in person at Municipal Hall during business hours.