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
62"
Mar
13"
Apr
Beginners Runs
9%
Intermediate Runs
25%
Advanced Runs
57%
Expert Runs
9%
Runs in Total
105
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
5348'
Summit
6768'
Vertical Drop
2014'

Important Dates

December 06, 20242024/12/06
Projected Opening
April 06, 20252025/04/06
Projected Closing
122
Projected Days Open
123
Days Open Last Year
48
Years Open
472"
Average Snowfall
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