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Overview

Kicking Horse

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is known for their incredible vertical skiing, deep powder and a unique mix of terrain. Kicking Horse boasts the fourth largest vertical drop in North America at 4,133 feet and benefits from over 2800 acres of skiable terrain. Kicking Horse offers a wide range of accomodations for guests that range from large ski-in/ski-out lodges to 10-room boutique lodges or spectacular resort homes. Those looking for a good meal can choose from eight different restaurs, cafés and pubs.

Elevation

Summit

8031ft
Vertical Drop

4133ft
Base

3900ft

Terrain

Beginner Runs

25%

Intermediate Runs

25%

Advanced Runs

25%

Expert Runs

25%

Longest Run

4 MILES

Skiable Terrain

2825 ACRE

Lifts

Total Number Of Lifts: 5
Gondolas & Trams: 1
Eight Person Lifts: 0
High Speed Sixes: 0
High Speed Quads: 0
Quad Chairs: 2
Triple Chairs: 0
Double Chairs: 1
Surface Lifts: 1

Tourist Office

Box 330

V0A 1H0 Golden

Canada

Phone: (866) 754-5425

guestservices@kickinghorseresort.com

Important Dates

Projected Opening Ski Season: 12/08/2012

Projected Closing Ski Season: 04/07/2013

Projected Days Open: 124

Days Open Last Year: 120

Years Open: 13

Average Snowfall: 300"

Kicking Horse Reviews

by phillr 21st January 2013
- Overall Rating 5
- Family Friendly 3
- All Mtn. Terrain 5
- Terrain Park 2
- Nightlife 0
The best.

Pros: Amazing terrain, Slack Country
Cons: Transportation
by dngrus 4th March 2012
- Overall Rating 5
- Family Friendly 4
- All Mtn. Terrain 5
- Terrain Park 3
- Nightlife 3
Kicking Horse kicks butt

Pros: variety, chutes, cornice, powder, backcountry
Cons: one main lift, no night life
by pasomonte 8th January 2012
- Overall Rating 3
- Family Friendly 2
- All Mtn. Terrain 3
- Terrain Park 0
- Nightlife 2
Great powder and steeps

Pros: abundant snow, steeps,friendly locals, nice lodging, nice town,long runs
Cons: Cold,, steep, awkward lift system, a lot of hike to terrain, expensive
by comfyguy 21st December 2011
- Overall Rating 4
- Family Friendly 3
- All Mtn. Terrain 5
- Terrain Park 2
- Nightlife 3
Wonderful Hill...but add a lift!!

Pros: Superb expert terrain, superb snow, and superb town.
Cons: Poor lift system and not as family friendly as others.