Whitewater Ski Resort Ski Resort

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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.

Variety of hotels, motels, inns, B&Bs in nearby town of Nelson.

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

Whitewater Lodging

Best Time for Snow

Average Snowfall

75"
47"
31"
16"
0"
1"
Nov
58"
Dec
62"
Jan
54"
Feb
60"
Mar
7"
Apr
0"
May

Terrain Overview

10%
Beginners Runs
32%
Intermediate Runs
48%
Advanced Runs
11%
Expert Runs
82
Runs in Total
1.9 mi
Longest Run
2367 ac
Skiable Terrain

Total Lifts: 4

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

Elevation

6709'
Summit
2044'
Vertical Drop
5400'
Base

Important Dates

December 09, 20232023/12/09
Projected Opening
April 07, 20242024/04/07
Projected Closing
122
Projected Days Open
123
Days Open Last Year
47
Years Open
472"
Average Snowfall
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