Mountains reign supreme in British Columbia, and in winter, they're blanketed in snow.
The province boasts fantastic skiing and snowboarding at approximately three dozen resorts around the province, and Whistler Blackcomb, consistently named the top ski resort in North America, is the crown jewel. Here are just some of the things you can do in BC this Winter.
Skiing and Snowboarding
British Columbia's 10 mountain ranges stretch across the province, punctuated by 13 resorts. Road trips over mountain passes reveal steep coastal peaks, slopes blanketed in champagne powder, and endless vertical chutes. In BC’s small mountain towns, locals enjoy a wilderness culture all their own, beckoning skiers from far and wide.
Cross Country Skiing
No lifts, no lines–just gliding along a forest trail. Besides being a great aerobic workout, cross-country skiing is one of the best ways to enjoy BC’s snow-draped winter landscape. More than 50 Nordic skiing areas around the province offer everything from easy loops around ski resorts to world-class tracks at Whistler Olympic Park.
Snowshoeing
Wander through snow-covered forests, spot wildlife tracks, and go where skiers can’t. Snowshoeing is a serene way to experience the winter landscape. Most BC ski resorts offer snowshoeing, and an evening tour might lead to a backcountry lodge fondue party or a marshmallow roast in the woods. Or, head out for a multi-day, hut-to-hut guided trek in one of BC’s wilderness parks.
Backcountry Skiing
Backcountry skiers truly “earn their turns.” The demands are big, and the rewards, even bigger. Think untouched runs, glades, glaciers, and remote vistas that few other skiers will ever see. The only catch? You need to get up the mountain with your own two feet. British Columbia, with its vast alpine wilderness and heavy snowfalls, is prime territory for backcountry skiing. Join an experienced mountain guide on a day’s exploration, or sign up for a multi-day, hut-to-hut backcountry adventure.
Dogsledding
Channel your inner polar explorer on a husky-powered run across the backcountry. Speeding through a frozen landscape behind a team of racing dogs is one of the most exhilarating ways to enjoy winter. Several BC ski resorts offer a variety of trip options with teams of friendly huskies that love to run.
