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.

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

This is Whistler Blackcomb!

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

If you are looking for champagne powder, Big White is your resort!

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

Explore Canada's second largest resort!

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

Revelstoke has the biggest vertical drop in North America!

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

Fernie Alpine is the perfect expert's playground! Just check out the Curry Bowl!

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