Nearby Ski Resorts

The closest resort to the north is SilverStar Mountain Resort — just 1.75 hours, a close 77 miles (124 km) The prettiest postcard ski village in all of Canada, with a ski-in ski-out Main Street lined with multi colourful ‘miners’ buildings that pop against the white snow. Don’t be fooled by this cute charm, SilverStar has its gnarly ‘back side’ of steeper chutes and trees, as well spectacular groomed wide runs on the front side.

We’ve skied SilverStar often as a day trip, it’s that close. Consider this big mountain small town gem your family vacation resort for a road trip. The Vernon Winter Carnival in early February each year, salutes decades of winter fun with snow sculpting, the Suds N Cider showcase and other fan favorites.

 

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If there’s a mountain that’s all things to all people, it would be Sun Peaks Ski Resort.

Sun Peaks (via Kelowna) is 3.5 hours by road, 169 miles (273 km). Sun Peaks is the second largest ski area in British Columbia and boasts three connected mountain areas, a purpose built family friendly ski-in, ski-out village, 2000 hours of sunshine and that famed interior BC powder snow. A more intimate and connected village centre, it’s definitely worth a look.

 

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Whistler is 6.5 hours away via Highway 99, some 320 miles (515 km), or you can loop via Vancouver Highway 97 and the Coquihalla Pass — the roads are generally better on this route, some 354 miles (570 km).

Whether it’s your first time, or you just keep wanting to go back, Whistler Blackcomb ticks all the boxes for a must-do ski destination. Consistently ranked as one of the best ski resorts in the world, Whistler Blackcomb has an infectious energy. Skiers, boarders, outdoor enthusiasts, and snow-adventurers flock here, from around the globe.

With a ton of mountain programs for beginners to extreme, first tracks and last tracks, a thriving adventure program with snow mobiles, zip lines, helicopters and dog sleds, Whistler does not disappoint. It’s big, it’s bold and it’s a beauty, and one of those bucket list resorts you really should tick off your list.

 

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To the north-east, Revelstoke is 159 miles (256 km), and beyond you’ll find Kicking Horse 406 miles (653 km) from Big White. These two ski resorts are serious ski destinations, and define a road trip along the Powder Highway – that might give you a hint of what’s in store.

Revelstoke is still under the radar some would say. With creative artisan locals, old school brewers and distillers and an active adventure focus, Revelstoke and Revelstoke Mountain Resort offer a real Canadian flavour. It’s authentic, it’s real, and steeped in railway history and filled with old time locals who’ve been there for generations.

 

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Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is your true big mountain experience on the famed Powder Highway in British Columbia. This resort is not for the faint-hearted. It’s ready and waiting for advanced to expert skiers or snowboarders.

 

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Other resorts along the Powder Highway include Fernie, an iconic Rocky Mountain ski town. It’s definitely worth a few days. You will not be disappointed with the steep lines, no queues, and a real Canadian country feel. Massive snowfalls, and a mountain to match.

 

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Panorama sits deep in the Columbia Valley and is a purpose built ski-in, ski-out resort with slope side hot springs, brilliant groomed terrain, as well as fantastic fall line skiing and cat accessed ski patrolled off piste magic on the backside.

 

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Many of our clients who love a road trip, will head further east, ending up at Lake Louise 294 miles (473 km) and either Jasper-Marmot Basin 407 miles (656 km) or Banff-Sunshine 330 miles (530 km) via the Trans-Canada Highway #1.

Lake Louise is a winter wonderland nestled in Canada’s oldest National Park, an icon within the Rockies. The views from the ski runs are next level and it’s close enough to Banff resort town should you want more action. The resort is also part of the SkiBig3 lift ticket which offers almost 8000 acres across Banff Sunshine, Banff Mt Norquay and Banff Lake Louise.

Lake Louise is also world-renowned for the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise —  the most romantic lakeside hotel in the world. Definitely worth an overnight stay with that special person in your life.

 

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The world famous town Banff is in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, nestled amongst pristine majestic mountain peaks, and must-do ski destination if you are venturing into the Rockies.

From Banff, you have a choice of three ski resorts to ski Mt.Norquay, Sunshine Village and Lake Louise — all accessible on a tri-area lift pass, known as SkiBig3.

 

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You’ll find Marmot Basin ski resort nestled in the natural wonders of Jasper National Park. The resort has a laid back friendly feel and is serviced by the nearby town of Jasper.

 

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If you like your skiing old school then Red Mountain Resort is for you. This still hidden gem has old school charm with heart and the soulful small town of Rossland. It’s tucked away in the West Kootenays not far from Nelson and nearby Whitewater Resort. Red Resort, is a 177 mile (285 km) drive from Big White.

 

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Whitewater ski resort is home cooked skiing, the old school kind that gives all the feels. Life takes a slower pace here where time is measured in powder turns. Whitewater is some 217 miles (349 km) from Big White.

 

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