Revelstoke Mountain Resort Skiing

Terrain

This BC ski area offers 5,620 feet of vertical (the greatest vertical in North America), and the longest run is 9.5 miles, dropping from the top of Mount Mackenzie (summit elevation 8,058 feet) to a bustling base village. Bottom elevation is 1,680 feet, and the resort is serviced by 5 lifts, including an 8-passenger, high-speed gondola. The lift top elevation is 7,300 feet with lift-access vertical at 5,630 feet.

The terrain includes four alpine bowls: South Bowl, North Bowl, Powder Assault and Greely Bowl. Revelstoke Mountain Resort provides 3,121 acres of skiable terrain spread out over glades, high alpine bowls, fall line skiing and groomed terrain: 12% beginner, 43% intermediate and 45% advanced. On average, the ski resort receives 413 inches per year, and there are 75 runs.

Popular summer activities at this year-round resort include downhill mountain biking, hiking, paragliding, golfing and glacier heli tours. Other activities include the Pipe Mountain Coaster, the Aerial Adventure Park and whitewater rafting.

Sutton Palace Hotel offers ski-in, ski-out accommodations and an outdoor spa. While bluebird days are rare, the ski resort receives a large quantity of quality snow each year. You can even get chartered planes to Revelstoke.

Breakfast

• Revelation Lodge is at the mid-station of the Revelation Gondola and has a 2,400-square-foot deck with amazing views of Mt. Begbie. Mountain Road, Columbia-Shuswap B, BC V0E 2S1, Canada

Lunch

• Mountain Meals offers something for everyone, including vegetarian options. 311 1 Street W, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0, Canada

Dinner

• Kawakubo Revelstoke is a great destination for good sushi and teriyaki dishes. 109 1 Street E, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0, Canada

Après/Nightlife

• Mackenzie Outpost has DJs throughout the season and great views. It’s located right by the Revelation Gondola. Columbia-Shuswap B, BC V0E 2S1, Canada