Skiing in British Columbia is an experience not to be missed
with the spectacular scenery and impressive variety of resorts. There
are runs for all levels of skier, but plenty of challenge for
the advanced skier. Terrain includes high bowls, glaciers,
terrain parks, pipes and back country skiing. Vancouver
is the main access point to this winter wonderland and is worth
a visit by itself.
You can enjoy just about any type of winter sport in British
Columbia, including downhill, snowboarding, deep powder, snowshoeing,
cross-country and dog sledding. As if that is not enough,
they have a long ski season, with spring skiing through June. Blackcomb
Mountain is open for glacier skiing through August. All
attention will be on Vancouver and Whistler-Blackcomb in 2010
as it will be the venue for the Winter Olympics. www.britishcolumbia.com/ski.
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Whistler / Blackcomb
Whistler and Blackcomb mountains sit side by side and offer
up over 8000 acres of terrain for skiing. The resorts are
located approx. 70 miles from Vancouver. This area has
everything to deserve its ranking as a top ski destination. You
can experience above the tree line skiing, snowboarding and glacier
skiing, there is something to thrill every winter sports enthusiast,
as well as great nightlife and après ski activities. For
Boarders there is plenty of fun on offer with Chipmunk Rail Park,
Whistler Pipe, several Terrain Parks and a Super Pipe.
www.whistlerblackcomb.com
Mountain Information:
| Average snowfall |
30 feet |
| Total terrain: |
7,171 acres (total two mountains) |
| Trails: |
More than 200 |
| Mountain Restaurants: |
17 |
| Number of lifts: |
33 (including 3 high-speed
gondolas and 12 high-speed quads) |
| Longest Run: |
7 miles |
| Terrain: |
Approx. 15-20% beginner,
55% intermediate, 25-30% advanced |
Other notable winter sports areas and resorts in British Columbia
include:
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