A view of a ski village at the base of a mountain in BC

Experience

Ski Resorts

Explore winter’s wonderland

British Columbia is home to 13 destination ski resorts, and no two ride the same.

From the storm-charged coast to the Rockies’ deep interior, you’ll find everything from wide-open bowls to steep tree lines, all backed by a steady snowpack and a down-to-earth mountain culture. And when the lifts stop spinning, the vibe shifts—but it doesn’t slow down. Après here ushers in the night with boot-stomping patios, local pours, and stories shared long after the last run.

Apex Mountain Resort | James Quad

Apex Mountain Resort
One of British Columbia’s hidden treasures, thanks to terrific snow and varied terrain.
Terrain:
450ha/1,112ac
Vertical:
610m/2,000ft
Airport:
Penticton Airport (YYF)
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Big White | Blake Jorgenson

Big White Ski Resort
One big winter playground where you'll find loads of deep Okanagan powder.
Terrain:
1,147ha/2,834ac
Vertical:
777m/2,550ft
Airport:
Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
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Fernie Alpine Resort | Reuben Krabbe

Fernie Alpine Resort
Serious powderhounds make the trek to the southeastern corner of BC to ski here.
Terrain:
1,013ha/2,500+ac
Vertical:
1,082m/3,550ft
Airport:
Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC)
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Kicking Horse Mountain Resort | Reuben Krabbe

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
Home to four alpine bowls and chutes that keep skiers exploring for days.
Terrain:
1,416ha/3,500+ac
Vertical:
1,315m/4,314ft
Airport:
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
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Kimberley Alpine Resort | Leigh and Spring McClurg

Kimberley Alpine Resort
Known for consistent snowfall, short lift lines, and abundant sunny days.
Terrain:
728ha/1,800ac
Vertical:
751m/2,465ft
Airport:
Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC)
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Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Ski-to-surf views and some of the deepest snow in the west define this Vancouver Island resort.
Terrain:
688ha/1,700ac
Vertical:
505m/1,657ft
Airport:
Comox Valley Airport (YQQ)
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Panorama Mountain Resort
Friendly, accessible, and laidback, this is a favourite ski destination for families.
Terrain:
1,203ha/2,975ac
Vertical:
1,300m/4,265ft
Airport:
Calgary Int'l Airport (YYC)
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Red Mountain Resort | Destination BC/Kari Medig

RED Mountain Resort
Wide-open groomers, 360-degree descents, and some of the best tree runs in BC.
Terrain:
1,558ha/3,850ac
Vertical:
890m/2,919ft
Airport:
Trail Regional Airport (YZZ)
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Revelstoke Mountain Resort
Revelstoke claims the longest lift-served vertical in North America.
Terrain:
1,263ha/3,121ac
Vertical:
1,713m/5,620ft
Airport:
Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
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SilverStar Mountain Resort
A big mountain with a small-town feel, and ski-in/ski-out access to the slopes.
Terrain:
1,328ha/3,282ac
Vertical:
760m/2,493ft
Airport:
Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
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Sun Peaks Resort
Frequent bluebird powder days, long cruisers, incredible tree skiing, and an enormous terrain park.
Terrain:
1,728ha/4,400ac
Vertical:
895m/2,936ft
Airport:
Kamloops Airport (YKA)
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Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort | Destination BC/Randy Lincks

Whistler Blackcomb
Two mountains, connected by the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, offer more than 200 marked runs.
Terrain:
3,307ha/8,171ac
Vertical:
1,610m/5,280ft
Airport:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
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Whitewater Ski Resort | Kari Medig

Whitewater Mountain Resort
This Kootenay mountain hideaway has some of the deepest, driest powder around.
Terrain:
1,314ha/3,247ac
Vertical:
614m/2,014ft
Airport:
West Kootenay Regional Airport (YCG)
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