Whistler Canoe and Kayak River Adventure

Paddling the River of Golden Dreams has been an iconic Whistler activity for over 100 years. To this day, little to no development has taken place on its riverbanks, lending a wonderful opportunity to experience Whistler's wildlife and breathtaking mountain vistas in tranquility.

Meeting Point

3375 Lakeside Rd

3375 Lakeside Rd, Whistler, BC V0N 1B3, Canada

Come join us at Lakeside Park on the shores of Alta Lake. We are a 3 minute drive south from Whistler Village on highway 99 toward Vancouver. Look for the big blue highway sign 'TOURS' 'River of Golden Dreams'

What's included:

• Lifejackets
• Detailed river trip orientation at the water's edge prior to departure
• Canoes or single kayaks
• Shuttle back to Lakeside Park
• Water shoes

What to expect:

3375 Lakeside Rd

The River of Golden Dreams is a flat-water 5K+ waterway that winds its way from Alta Lake to Green Lake. Choose canoes or single kayaks from our fleet and float with the flow of the water through Whistler's wetlands, gently steering your boat around corners.
Our self-guided river trip is about 2.5 hours of paddling, starting at Alta Lake and finishing up at Meadow Park Sports Center, just before Green Lake. Our trips include a bus shuttle back to Lakeside Park afterwards.
The river is glacier-fed and its water level changes substantially throughout the season. In spring and early season, water levels are generally higher, meaning you will most likely be paddling in fast-flowing water. By late summer, water levels are low and the beavers build up their dams. The current is much lazier, but you will have to pull your boats over more obstacles including beaver dams.

**Please note** August 1st, 2nd and 6-16th 2024 the entrance to the River of Golden Dreams from Alta Lake will be closed for in-stream environmental enhancement projects. Backroads will continue to offer our ROGD trips. Please call or visit our website for details on this closure and how it pertains to your trip.