Event Info
Ötillö Whistler

Updated September 2024

Full event info Otillo Whistler. This world-famous winter resort is in British Colombia, North of Vancouver, Canada. An international mountain sports mecca, Whistler hosted events at the winter Olympic Games 2010.

There are 2 mountains, side-by-side, which are connected by the world-record-breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, giving access to Whistler Blackcomb’s alpine terrain.

According to Ötillö; "At lower elevations, a coastal climate provides a lush contrast to the volcanic alpine environment. There are sparkling glacier-fed lakes, towering old-growth forests, waterfalls, beaches, parks, and golf courses that are all connected by a network of paved valley trails. The place is full of energy and life."

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Event Info Ötillö Whistler

A young lady in a red top looks out over a mountain lake scene in Whistler, Canada

Image credit Justa Jeskova/Tourism Whistler

Location

Whistler, over 2,000 feet high in the southern Pacific Ranges of the Coast mountains. This means that it lies on the Pacific Ocean side of the Rocky Mountains.

This area is world-renowned for skiing, snowboarding in winter; and mountain biking and hiking in summer.

How to get there

There are several ways you can get to Whistler:

1. Flying

The nearest major airport is Vancouver International Airport (YVR). From there you can hire a car and drive 2 hours North, or take the Whistler Shuttle Bus (YVR SkyLynx).
Pemberton Regional Airport (charter flights only).
Helicopter to Whistler Heliport

2. Surface transport

By train; on the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver
By coach; Local bus services connect Pemberton and Whistler.

Where to stay

Ötillö has not made any special arrangements nor negotiated any discounts in the area. However, www.whistler.com/accommodation/ has a list of all types of accommodation in and around Whistler, to suit every pocket and preference.

Race distances

The race packet pick-up is in central Whistler, the day before the race. The exact location will be announced nearer to race day.

There are 3 race distances, the Experience, the Sprint, and the World Series.

Experience is a short intro event, with a total distance of 10.4 km. Of that, 1.285 km is swimming, and 9.12 km is running. Total elevation TBA.
Sprint is a medium-distance event, with a total distance of 22 km. Of that, 4.1 km is swimming, and 17.8 km is running. Elevation gain TBA.
The World Series event is the big one - covering 40 km, made up of 7.4 km swimming and 32.67 km of running. Total elevation TBA.

A man in a wetsuit and red hat jumping into a lake at the Otillo swimrun Whistler race

Image credit: Ötillö

Race routes

All distances have the same Start, at the Spruce Grove Park baseball diamonds, in Whistler.

Otillo Whistler Experience swimrun event Route Map

Otillo Experience route map

Sprint route map

Otillo Whistler World Series swimrun route map

Ötillö Whistler World Series route map.

Event Info Ötillö Whistler

Energy stations

There are several energy stations around each course; be aware that there are no paper cups, you have to bring your own collapsible cup or soft silicone water bottle.

Energy products are provided by Umara; U Sport energy drinks, U Bar energy bars (gluten-free), and U Gels in assorted flavours.

Cut-off times

The cut-off times have yet to be announced.

Weather

Held in early to mid July, the weather in Whistler is mild. The air temperature is around 20 degrees C, and the water temperature is around 16 degrees C.

However there is always a chance of cold or wet weather, so you should take suitable clothing for every eventuality!

Summary of event info Otillo Whistler

The Ötillö Whistler swimrun event is unique, with lake swimming and mountain trails.

Check the dates at our swimrun calendar USA/World 2025.

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