Sea-to-Sky Highway and Whistler by RV

Quick summary: The Sea-to-Sky Highway is the classic first drive for an RV rental from Vancouver, climbing along Howe Sound from Horseshoe Bay to Squamish and up into the mountains at Whistler, around 125 km away. Stops include Porteau Cove, Shannon Falls, the Sea to Sky Gondola and Brandywine Falls. Whistler has year-round appeal, with hiking and biking in summer and skiing in winter, and campgrounds for a campervan or motorhome along the route.

At a glance
Distance	Around 125 km from Vancouver to Whistler
Drive time	Around 1.5 to 2 hours without stops
Stops	Porteau Cove, Shannon Falls, Squamish, Brandywine Falls
Whistler	Village, Peak 2 Peak Gondola, trails
Winter	Winter tires required
Tours	Sea-to-Sky tours, Whistler tours

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What are the highlights of the Sea-to-Sky Highway?

Stop	Why go
Porteau Cove	Waterfront provincial park on Howe Sound
Shannon Falls	One of BC’s tallest waterfalls
Sea to Sky Gondola	Views and suspension bridge above Squamish
Squamish	Climbing, hiking and the Stawamus Chief
Brandywine Falls	Short walk to a dramatic waterfall

What is Whistler like for RV travelers?

The pedestrian village has shops, restaurants and the base of the gondolas. Day parking lots near the village take larger vehicles, and campgrounds lie just outside town.

How should an RV tackle the Sea-to-Sky Highway?

It’s a well-built highway with long climbs and curves. Use pullouts for views, watch for cyclists and rockfall signs, and avoid peak weekend traffic. In winter, tires and chains rules apply.

Can you continue beyond Whistler?

Yes, to Pemberton and on via the Duffey Lake Road to Lillooet, a steep and winding route best for confident drivers.

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