British Columbia Ski Resorts
Unbeatable terrain, few crowds and huge dumps of powder gives BC its fame. There’s even a list of resorts sitting on the ‘Powder Highway’ which should give you an idea of the snowfall here.
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Skiing in British Columbia
Pros
Tons of snowfall
Large and epic terrain
Small crowds
Infamous BC heli-skiing
Home to Whistler-Blackcomb
Cons
Some more popular resorts are a few hours’ drive from nearest international airport
Crowds can be an issue at some resorts during US holidays
Map of British Columbia Ski Resorts
List of Destination Ski Resorts in British Columbia
Known for: Largest ski resort in North America with the ultimate ski village.
Preferred Airport: Vancouver Intl. Airport - 85 miles (2 hour drive)
Summit Elevation: 7494 feet
Skiable area: 8171 acre
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Google Maps | Whistler Blackcomb Ski Packages
Known for: Canada's favourite family resort and one of the best places for powder skiing.
Preferred Airport: Kelowna Intl. Airport - 38 miles (1 hour drive)
Summit Elevation: 7608 feet
Skiable Area: 2765 acre
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Google Maps | Big White Ski Packages
Known for: Canada’s second largest resort after Whistler-Blackcomb and less crowded too.
Preferred Airports: Kelowna Intl. Airport - 130 miles (2.5 hour drive), Kamloops Airport - 38 miles (50 minute drive)
Summit Elevation: 7060 feet
Skiable Area: 4270 acre
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Google Maps | Sun Peaks Ski Packages
Known for: Ideal resort for avid intermediates and advanced skiers.
Preferred Airport: Kelowna Intl. Airport - 120 miles (2.5 hour drive)
Summit Elevation: 7300 feet
Skiable Area: 3121 acre
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Google Maps | Revelstoke Ski Packages
Known for: Crowd free slopes with quality snow, epic expert terrain and a relaxed base village.
Preferred Airport: Calgary Intl. Airport - 190 miles (3.5 hour drive)
Summit Elevation: 7001 feet
Skiable Area: 2504 acre
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Google Maps | Fernie Alpine Ski Packages