Each ski resort is a destination unto itself – but why not combine two or more?
B.C.'s top ski resorts offer something for everyone – from epic verticals and glade runs to wide-open bowls and long cruisers. Of course, it's not all about the skiing. At the base of many resorts, you'll discover friendly villages and a welcoming vibe, as well as countless après-ski activities. Check out the following list of B.C.'s top resorts and start planning your next snowsport adventure.
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WHISTLER BLACKCOMB SKI RESORT
Beyond Whistler Blackcomb's many awards is an experience so unique that it's hard to measure. It's the sum of many things: a location that delivers reliable snow, a variety of terrain and one of the most vibrant villages in the ski world, which draws mountain-lovers from around the globe.
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APEX MOUNTAIN RESORT
Apex Mountain Resort remains one of the hidden gems of Canadian skiing. With 600 metres of vertical, Apex boasts over 600 centimetres of light Okanagan powder annually on runs ranging from steep chutes to long relaxed cruisers. The Après ski bar is second to none, and affordable ski-in, ski-out accommodations make Apex a must-ski on your next road trip.
BIG WHITE SKI RESORT
Known for its trademark "champagne powder," B.C.'s Okanagan region is an ideal destination for a multi-resort road trip. Numerous resorts are within a two-hour drive of each other and, like the largest resort, Big White, allow you to stay slope-side. Among its highlights, Big White is known for family-friendly amenities.
SILVER STAR MOUNTAIN RESORT
Silver Star's 122 ski runs are within an hour of Kelowna International Airport. With easy ski-in, ski-out access, this resort offers both convenience and exhilarating action. For families, Silver Star is also known as being among B.C.'s top choices.
SUN PEAKS RESORT
Nestled between the Coast and Rocky mountain ranges, Sun Peaks' central location in the province not only provides the best conditions for dry powder, but also offers easy access to the region and beyond. The scenic Duffey Lake highway connects Canada's two largest ski areas – Sun Peaks Resort and Whistler Blackcomb.
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FERNIE ALPINE RESORT
Located high up on the Powder Highway, Fernie is home to deep snow, more than 140 runs and over 2,500 acres of skiable terrain. Guests return again and again for endless downhill thigh-burning runs marked with huge vertical mountain vistas and up to 11 metres of powder a season.
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KIMBERLEY ALPINE RESORT
Kimberley enjoys light fluffy Purcell powder and the most sunny days of any ski resort in British Columbia. This resort is known for its long fall-line cruisers, scenic mountain views and virtually no crowds on its vast slopes or line-ups at the lifts.
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WHITEWATER SKI RESORT
The ultimate road trip awaits along the Powder Highway in the quaint but bustling city of Nelson. Spend days exploring Whitewater Ski Resort, catskiing or taking a guided tour into the endless backcountry. Evening options include culinary delights, live music and the option to soak at Ainsworth Hot Springs.
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KICKING HORSE MOUNTAIN RESORT
Located on the famous Powder Highway, Kicking Horse is the ultimate road trip for skiers and snowboarders. From Calgary, head directly west on the Trans-Canada Highway until Golden B.C. After experiencing the fresh champagne powder and the biggest vertical in North America, continue on to Fernie, Kicking Horse's sister property.
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PANORAMA MOUNTAIN RESORT
Panorama has delivered incredible Canadian mountain resort experiences for over half a century. Countless possibilities and opportunities are available for a pure mountain experience – with chairlifts, heli-skiing, pools, shopping and entertainment all right outside your door.
REVELSTOKE MOUNTAIN RESORT
Revelstoke lies just off the Trans-Canada at the intersection of the Selkirk and Monashee mountain ranges. With lift, cat and heli all available from one base, be prepared to rewrite your itinerary to fit it all in.
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