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Overview

With an average snowfall of over 40 feet and located along Canada’s Powder Highway in southern British Columbia, Canada, Whitewater Ski Resort is nestled along the Selkirk Mountains. Skiers and riders will find a vertical of 2,044 ft. and access to 1,184 acres of accessible terrain. Whitewater features 81 named runs that include groomers, open bowls, chutes, glade and tree skiing. The terrain is rated 10% beginner, 32% intermediate, 47% advanced, and 11% expert. A terrain park will entertain the freestylers and Nordic and multi-use trails are also available.

Inside Scoop

Nelson, BC is 15 minutes from ski area, vacation accomodations, dining and retail establishiments, heli-cat skiing tours, spa and hot springs, guest services, shuttle service available. 

Plan Your Trip

Best Time for Snow

Average Snowfall

75"
47"
31"
16"
3"
3"
Nov
56"
Dec
62"
Jan
55"
Feb
60"
Mar
13"
Apr
Beginners Runs
9%
Intermediate Runs
31%
Advanced Runs
51%
Expert Runs
9%
Runs in Total
97
Longest Run
1.9 mi
Skiable Terrain
2367 ac

Total Lifts: 5

Quad Chairs
2
Triple Chairs
1
Double Chairs
1
Surface Lifts
1

Elevation

Base
5400'
Summit
6709'
Vertical Drop
2044'

Important Dates

December 15, 20232023/12/15
Projected Opening
April 07, 20242024/04/07
Projected Closing
122
Projected Days Open
123
Days Open Last Year
48
Years Open
472"
Average Snowfall
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