With the abundant snow, friendly staff and locals, and short lift lines, it is no wonder that
Red Mountain Resort has been named one of the Top Ten Resorts of North America by
Forbes Traveler. As Western Canada’s original ski resort, Red Mountain successfully
blends a setting full of history, with world-class terrain and amenities.
Red is easily accessible
from major airports in both Canada and the United States. Red Mountain Resort
is only a ten minute drive north of the Canada/US Border, a 2.5 hour drive from Spokane International Airport (Washington state) and a 3.5 hour drive from Kelowna International
Airport. The regional airports of Trail – a 20 minute drive, and Castlegar – a 30 minute drive also serve the mountain.
Red truly offers something for everyone. At Red, visitors
can choose from 87 runs spread across two stellar mountains that feature everything
from wide open groomers to steep, powder-filled glades. With more than 1,685 skiable
acres and 880 meters (2,919 feet) of vertical terrain serviced by 6 lifts, there’s a lot to
explore at Red. Known for some of the best trees, steeps and powder in Canada, this
hidden jewel is not to be missed, and you will soon learn why so many have fallen in love with Red.
Recently voted as Canada’s #1 outdoor town by Explore Magazine, Rossland
is widely renowned for its rugged outdoor adventure and small-town warmth and
hospitality. A real community, Rossland is known for its’ historical ambiance amidst a new
energy of events, festivals and nightlife.
MOUNTAIN STATISTICS
| Season: |
December 7, 2007 to April 6, 2008 |
| Lift Hours: |
9am – 4pm daily |
| Annual Snowfall: |
479 cm (188 inches) |
| Snowmaking: |
40% coverage |
| Vertical Drop: |
1,200 m (4,000 ft) - One of the highest in North America |
| Base Elevation: |
1,200 m (3,800 ft) |
| Top Elevation: |
2,400 m (7,800 ft) |
| Skiable Acreage: |
1,157 hectares (2,847 acres) Patrolled Acres |
| Trails: |
120+ trails, Bowls, Extreme Zone, Showzone Terrain Parks & Half Pipe |
| Longest Run : |
5.5km Never Never Land (Taynton Bowl) |
| Difficulty: |
Novice |
Intermediate |
Advanced |
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20% |
55% |
25% |
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| Number of Lifts: |
9 Lifts - 1 Village Gondola, 2 High-speed Quads, 1 Quad, 1 Triple, 1 Double, and 2 Surface lifts |
| Lift Capacity: |
8,500 skiers per hour |
| Night Skiing: |
Yes. |
| Cross-Country: |
Yes, the Beckie Scott Nordic Centre offers 17 kms of groomed cross-country trails. |
| Snowboarding: |
Yes |
| Terrain Park: |
Yes. Powder Trail (off the Mile 1 Quad) is a one-kilometre long terrain park. You'll find tabletops, kickers, spines, rails and fun boxes. |
| Halfpipe: |
Yes. Panorama's FIS regulation halfpipe is in the Showzone Terrain Park, which also offers night skiing and riding on selected dates through the season. |
| Av Winter Temp |
-5 deg C (25 deg F) |
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