Rock Slide Closes Whistler Peak at North America’s Largest Ski Resort

Whistler Blackcomb, the largest ski resort in North America, has closed Whistler Peak and the Peak Express Chair following a rock slide on March 12, 2026. The slide occurred while the mountain was closed to the public, and no injuries have been reported.

Incident Details

Whistler Blackcomb Operations announced the closure just before 8:30 a.m. On Thursday, March 12, via a post on X (formerly Twitter). The resort confirmed the rock slide occurred in the vicinity of Whistler Peak. Dane Gergovich, senior manager of communications for Whistler Blackcomb and Vail Resorts, stated, “No one was in the area at the time, and there are no reported injuries.”

Images shared on social media depict a significant scar across the snow-covered landscape. A user on the Whistler subreddit noted the fortunate timing of the slide, stating, “Very, very lucky this happened when the hill was closed.”

Ongoing Assessment and Closures

The Peak Express Chair and Whistler Peak will remain closed until further notice while the resort’s operations team assesses the situation. Visitors are advised to check the Whistler Blackcomb website for the latest lift and terrain status updates. Whistler Blackcomb Website

Geological Context

Steve Quane, PhD, head geologist at the Sea to Sky Fire & Ice GeoRegion, explained that the area is prone to landslides and rockfall. “We often call it a ‘Landscape in Motion,’” Quane said in an email to Pique Newsmagazine. “The landslide on Whistler Peak is part of living in these landscapes.” He likewise noted recent landslide activity near Joffre Peak and at the Stawamus Chief. Pique Newsmagazine

Recent Recognition

Despite the temporary closure, Whistler Blackcomb continues to be recognized as a world-class ski destination. The resort was recently named one of the 20 best ski resorts in the world by Travel + Leisure. Daily Hive

Key Takeaways

• A rock slide occurred on Whistler Mountain near Whistler Peak on March 12, 2026.
• No one was injured as the slide happened while the mountain was closed.
• Whistler Peak and the Peak Express Chair are closed until further notice for assessment.
• The area is known for geological activity and landslides.