Whitewater Mountain Resort: stats, snow report and where to stay
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About 12 m of snow a year, 20 minutes from the arts town of Nelson. Small lift system, huge tree terrain, and no on-hill lodging — you stay in town.
- Powder
- Experts & steeps
- Budget
- Backcountry
- Skiable area1,442 acres584 ha
- Runs119
- Vertical614 m2,014 ft
- Lifts5
- Avg snowfall1,200 cmabout 472 in
- Cost level$Budget
Highlights
- 1,442 lift-served acres (3,247 including hike-to terrain)
- 75 of 119 runs are black or double black
- About 12 m of average snowfall
- Base lodge kitchen is known for its from-scratch food
Getting there
Nearest airport: Castlegar (YCG) · about 45 min. Base: Nelson.
BC mountain highways require winter tires or chains from October 1 to April 30 on most routes. Check DriveBC for road conditions before you leave.
Where to stay
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Best powder skis for tree skiing — Rocker, 110–118mm waists and low swing-weight: the skis built for tight Kootenay glades.