Mar 16, 2026

Things to Do in Whistler: Come Sliding in the Winter or in the Summer

two participants shaking hands beside track

About the Whistler Sliding Centre

Built for the 2010 Olympic Winter Games, the Whistler Sliding Centre is a world‑class venue for Bobsleigh (Bobsled), Skeleton, and Luge, recognized among the fastest sliding tracks globally. 
Perched above Whistler Village, the Centre welcomes visitors and athletes year-round and offers unique public experiences you cannot find anywhere else in Canada.
 

Winter Sliding: Ice, Speed, and Olympic Thrills

Passenger Bobsleigh (Bobsled)

Ride with a trained pilot through ten high‑speed curves and hit 125+ km per hour on Canada’s only active public sliding track. This is one of Whistler’s most exhilarating winter activities and a genuine bucket list activity.

Public Skeleton

Go face first and reach up to 100 km per hour after a thorough orientation and safety briefing. No experience required.

Discover Bobsleigh: Drive Your Own Bobsled

Learn steering and control from expert coaches, then pilot a beginner‑friendly sled from Curve 7, reaching up to 115 km per hour through thirteen final curves of the Olympic track.

Discover Luge for Youth

Families can book Discover Luge, an introductory session for ages 8–14. Kids learn fundamentals with trained coaches, then slide a portion of the track on their own sled during seasonal sessions.
 

Sightseeing and Self‑Guided Tours

Prefer to explore on foot? Enjoy free sightseeing during scheduled hours. Walk portions of the track, stand on the Olympic podium, and check out iconic features like Thunderbird Corner while learning about venue history and athlete programs.
 

Summer Bobsleigh (Bobsled)

Summer Sliding: Warm‑Weather Bobsleigh Runs

When the ice is out, specially designed wheeled bobsleighs run from late June to early September, reaching up to 90 km per hour. Youth ages 12–18 can slide at 50 percent off with a paying adult on select days.

Two people wearing helmets in a bobsled on a snowy day.

Why Sliding Belongs on Your Whistler Itinerary

The Whistler Sliding Centre is operated by Whistler Sport Legacies, a non-profit that reinvests revenue from public programs into athlete development for bobsleigh, skeleton, and luge. Your visit helps grow sport in British Columbia while creating an unforgettable Olympic experience.