Rainbow Park is one of Whistler’s busiest parks in the summer. Situated on Alta Lake, the park is named after the historic Rainbow Lodge, built by Whistler pioneer Myrtle Phillips.

Location

Address: 5778 Alta Lake Rd, Whistler BC.

Cruise to Rainbow Park on two-wheels via the paved Valley Trail.  A Valley Trail map can be found at whistler.ca/ValleyTrail.  Don’t have a bike? Don’t worry! Visit Whistler’s bike rental shops.

Take advantage of secure bike (and gear) parking at Rainbow Park starting in late June, on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays through to Labour Day, each year. For hours of operation and information on how the bike valet works, visit whistler.ca/BikeParking.

The parking lot at Rainbow Park is currently closed as part of the park rejuvenation project. The drop-off zone is available, with limited street parking options. Consider taking the shuttle to the park instead! Learn more about the park shuttles.

Park Eats

Park Eats will run with food trucks scheduled at multiple parks from May 17 to September 2, 2024. Offerings include crepes, gelato, pizza, and more! Visitors to the parks can experience this authentic Whistler food and beverage at lakeside locations, such as Lost Lake Park, and Rainbow Park, from approximately 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. To learn more and to view the schedule and locations, visit whistler.ca/ParkEats.

Accessibility

Once reopened in summer 2024, Rainbow Park will have:

• 2 Accessible parking stalls
• 1 Accessible washroom
• 1 Accessible floating dock
• 3 Accessible picnic tables

• There is an accessible washroom plus other washrooms in the same location
• Private operators rent non-adaptive water sports equipment
• Summer Programming
• Outdoor Accessible Shower Facility

Park etiquette and rules

Reduce the waste: Pack in what you pack out, bring your own reusable plates, cutlery and cups, use the in-park waste, recycling, compost receptacles.  Not sure the best way to dispose of your waste?  No worries.  Visit AWARE’s Waste Educators station for some great information, including waste separation.

Share the space:  Be conscientious of the space you use – limit your items to the size of a blanket if possible.  Refrain from playing sports around lots people.  Do not erect tents (the use of pegs are against the Parks Bylaw) as it impedes line of sight, takes up a lot of space and can damage irrigation lines.

Know the fire danger:  When Whistler’s fire danger rating is high, the use briquette barbeques are prohibited at Whistler parks and open spaces.    This fire danger rating is also important to note when considering campfires. 

Bring a life jacket and whistle: Canadian law requires anyone paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking or using an inflatable boat to have the right safety gear. The only exception is if you are floating in a swimming area at one of the parks. The Conservation Officer Service is actively doing patrols. Non-compliance may result in a $230 fine for each missing item.  Learn more about Transport Canada’s Canada Shipping Act – Small Vessel Regulations: https://tc.canada.ca/sites/default/files/migrated/tp_511e.pdf

• Dogs must be leashed at all times (except in designated off-leash areas). For more information on dog friendly areas visit whistler.ca/dogs.
• Smoking and consumption of alcohol are not permitted.
• Camping and campfires are not permitted.
• Slacklining is not permitted using trees. Please use designated posts.
• Please note, there are no lifeguards.