Panorama of the Brandywine Falls hike in Whistler, British Columbia
Panorama of the Brandywine Falls hike in Whistler, British Columbia

Brandywine Falls hike

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Brandywine Falls hike

Distance: 0.9mi
Elevation: 115ft
Time: 0.5h

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Brandywine Falls hike is only a stone throw from the parking lot. Who would imagine that a 230ft cascading waterfall that eventually fills Daisy Lake is tucked just out of sight? This wide, flat trail is also perfect for inexperienced hikers in the Whistler region.

Brandywine Falls Hike Map

Getting there

From Whistler, drive south along the Sea to Sky highway (Highway 99) until you see the turnoff for Brandywine Falls. Turn left into the parking lot and – hopefully – find a spot. There are picnic tables and outhouses here.

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About

When to do

All Year

Backcountry Campsites

No

Toilets

Parking Lot

Family friendly

Yes

Route Signage

Average

Crowd Levels

Moderate

Route Type

Out and back


Brandywine Falls
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Route Description for Brandywine Falls

The hike is wonderful for families and those looking for a breath of fresh air. The wide, flat trail meanders for under a kilometer towards the viewpoint for the falls. You will start by crossing a bridge over the Brandywine Creek, and then walk through a dense forest. You will cross a set of train tracks, and shortly thereafter reach the viewpoint for Brandywine Falls. This 70-meter waterfalls are breathtaking, as are the rock features that exist around it. To the left of the falls is a spherical roof carved out of the rock, with trees growing right above it!

Continue a little way more to reach the second viewpoint. This one gives another perspective on the falls, and lets you look down to Daisy Lake. Return the way you came.

Want to find more amazing hikes around Whistler? Check out the Garibaldi Lake hike, Panorama Ridge hike or the Black Tusk hike.

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Ethan Welch 4 years ago

Everything was fantastic. It offers some great views and stretch for the legs.

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Tara Green 4 years ago

Beautiful falls, Bring your camera

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Lacey J 4 years ago

It's a kilometre and a half, so it's funny calling it a hike. Maybe that's just me. Either way, very pleasant nature walk to a great waterfall. Almost anyone could make it here.

Haydes 4 years ago

Brandywine Falls was hauntingly beautiful! It got this incredible charm that I can't explain.

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Joji L. 5 years ago

Gorgeous falls! The water was flowing beautifully.

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joselitocruz 5 years ago

Brandywine Falls was spectacular. Great trails, even the kids can do it. Safe hike in general.

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MM 5 years ago

nice walk, we saw a rainbow

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Brittany Wonders 5 years ago

I'm not really a waterfall girl.

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Jack_99 5 years ago

It's a good short hike and the Brandywine waterfall is really spectacular. I mean I came here just for the name.

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Peggy Rosie 5 years ago

Amazing falls, a really special place!

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