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1.7 miles
Distance
462 ft
Climb
-1,042 ft
Descent
00:59:06
Avg time
-576 ft
Altitude change
6,152 ft
Altitude min
7,063 ft
Altitude max
7,063 ft
Altitude start
6,486 ft
Altitude end
-6.4%
Grade
-69.5%
Grade max
40%
Grade min
3,159 ft
Distance climb
5,056 ft
Distance down
807 ft
Distance flat
00:59:06
Avg time

High Note Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Whistler Blackcomb Hiking
    Whistler, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Hiking heatmap [+]
    • 60 in Trail Running
  • Global Ranking
    #584 in Hiking [+]
    • #31593 in Trail Running
  • Provincial Ranking
    #63 in Hiking · British Columbia [+]
    • #1,604 in Trail Running
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Land Owner
    Whistler Blackcomb

The best experience on Whistler Mountain. Starting at the top of the
Peak Express chairlift, hikers will enjoy stunning views of Black Tusk
and Cheakamus Lake as they descend through rugged terrain that
mellows into a rolling course. Loop back to the Roundhouse Lodge
by heading north at the trail junction away from Flute Summit and
Singing Pass.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Jul 24, 2026 @ 12:26pm (America/Vancouver)
Jul 24, 2026
Jun 28, 2026 @ 10:43pm (America/Vancouver)
Jun 28, 2026
 Couple of snow patches still cover parts of the trail
Sep 3, 2025 @ 11:30am
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Aug 9, 2025 @ 6:10am
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Nov 1, 2024 @ 5:38pm
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on Jul 24, 2026
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Avg: 4.01 (3 votes)
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      High Note Loop
      ★ 1.5 • 7 miles • 2,748 ft • 4 • Loop •
      The best hiking experience on Whistler Mountain. Hikers will enjoy stunning views of Black Tusk and...
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      Half Note High Note Downhill
      4 miles • 991 ft • 3 •
      Start by going up to the peak and walk your way down High Note and then back to the gondola.
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is High Note located?
      High Note is located in Whistler Blackcomb Hiking, Whistler, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Whistler Blackcomb Hiking trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 50.05981, -122.95982.
      ▼ How hard is High Note?
      High Note is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 6.4%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for High Note?
      High Note has 462 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,042 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,152 ft to 7,063 ft.
      ▼ How long is High Note?
      High Note is 1.7 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on High Note?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on High Note. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to hike High Note?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to hike High Note are:
      • August (36 activities)
      • July (26 activities)
      • September (18 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access High Note? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to High Note are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to hike High Note?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 hour 2 minutes to hike High Note. The trail is 1.7 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is High Note?
      High Note is a very popular trail. There have been 859 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 854 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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