Vancouver, Coast & Mountains Skiing (Downhill)
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The Vancouver, Coast & Mountains region offers some of the best and most accessible skiing in British Columbia, all within an easy drive of Vancouver , Host City for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games .
Whistler , the 2010 Winter Games’ official Host Mountain Resort, has been named best ski destination in North America by US-based Skiing Magazine for an unprecedented 12 consecutive years, and things just keep getting better. In December, 2008, Whistler Blackcomb resort opened the record-breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, enabling skiers to travel quickly between the resort’s two vast ski mountains.
Those looking for a more small-scale ski experience can head east from Vancouver to the resorts of Manning Park and Hemlock , both of which lure skiers with pristine surroundings and uncrowded slopes.
Award-winning Skiing and Après Ski in Whistler Whistler ’s two mountains offer more skiable terrain than any other destination in North America. With over 200 runs, three glaciers, numerous terrain parks and, according to Skiing Magazine , the best après-ski scene on the continent, Whistler is a natural choice to host the world’s best skiers during the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games .
Whistler's PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola In December, 2008 the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola opened in Whistler. Linking Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, the PEAK 2 PEAK allows skiers easy access to terrain on both mountains with a speedy and scenic 11-minute, 4.4-km/2.7-mi ride. PEAK 2 PEAK gondola cars travel the longest unsupported span in the world — over 3 km/1.8 mi from tower to tower — and at their highest point they will be suspended 436 m/1427 ft above Fitzsimmons Creek. Two of the 28 cars feature glass bottoms, providing exhilarating views of the valley below.
Skiing in Metro Vancouver Vancouver ’s three ski mountains — Cypress , Grouse , and Seymour — offer numerous runs and terrain parks, not to mention incredible views of the city and sea below. Cypress will host Olympic freestyle skiing and snowboard events during the 2010 Winter Games, and the mountain’s recently-installed half-pipe is open to guests.
Ski at Manning Provincial Park Surrounded by pristine wilderness and renowned for its dry, powdery snow, Manning Park Resort offers more than two dozen marked trails, a terrain park, and over 56 ha/140 ac of skiable terrain. Off the slopes, check out Manning’s tube park and outdoor skating rink, or explore a vast network of marked and unmarked cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails.Family-friendly Skiing at Hemlock Hemlock Resort is a hidden gem found just northeast of Mission . The resort is a popular family ski destination thanks to its idyllic location, on-hill ski-in/ski-out accommodation, and varied terrain that’s suitable for all ages and abilities.
Practical Points Ski seasons in the Vancouver, Coast & Mountains vary by location. Whistler’s season generally runs from late November to early June, with glacier skiing available well into July. For Manning, Hemlock, and Vancouver’s local mountains, the season generally runs from December to April.
Accommodations of all types and for all budgets are available in Vancouver and Whistler. Manning Park Resort offers free shuttle bus service between its lodge and the nearby slopes, while Hemlock Resort features on-hill, ski-in/ski-out accommodation.
All ski resorts in the Vancouver, Coast & Mountains are accessible by car and all are within three hours’ drive of Vancouver. Roads to ski hills are generally well maintained throughout the winter, though snow tires or chains may be required.
Bus service links Vancouver to its local mountains as well as to Whistler and Manning Park; there is no bus or shuttle service to Hemlock.
Rental equipment is available at all Vancouver, Coast & Mountains ski areas, as are lessons for skiers of all abilities.
In addition to downhill skiing, Vancouver, Coast & Mountains offers excellent snowboarding , cross-country skiing , cat-skiing , heli-skiing , snowshoeing , and dogsledding opportunities.
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Consistently ranked North America's top ski & snowboard resort, Whistler Blackcomb embarked on its boldest move yet with the construction of the Peak2Peak Gondola which opened in December 2008. Located a scenic 2 hr drive north of Vancouver up the spectacular Sea to Sky Hwy, this resort is home to the continent's 2 greatest vertical-rise ski mountains: Whistler & Blackcomb. With over 17 alpine bowls, 4 glaciers, 200 trails, 3,268 ha (8,171 ac) of skiable terrain & a 1 mi vertical rise, the choices of where & what to ski/ride at Whistler Blackcomb from beginner to advanced terrain are staggering.
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Cypress Mountain - Official Freestyle Skiing and Snowboard Venue for the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Cypress is only 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver & is proud to continue to provide our skiers, riders & sliders with the most vertical drop, most terrain, most lifts & best snow conditions on the highest skiing & riding peak of Vancouver's Legendary North Shore Mountains. With the best Winter Skiing & Riding in Vancouver, Canada's most popular Cross Country Skiing Area, a huge Snowtubing Park & our unique Snowshoeing Tours, Cypress truly offers something for everyone.
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Just 15 minutes from downtown, Grouse Mountain's Super Skyride whisks you to the best in local skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing & ice skating. In summer, enjoy a mountaintop of hiking trails, a grizzly bear habitat, live shows & three restaurants. Grouse Mountain's restaurants showcase some of the best of British Columbia. Situated 3,700 feet above the city of Vancouver, venues range from fine dining at The Observatory to après in Altitudes Bistro to outdoor BBQs at Rusty Rail patio.
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Mt Seymour is your gateway to winter recreation. Spend a day or season skiing & snowboarding carving turns & catching air. Or you can hike a pristine trail, slide down our tubing & toboggan runs or relax in the bar & restaurant. New to Mt Seymour this season is the Earl Pletsch Meeting Room which caters to corporate & social functions. Combine a business meeting with an afternoon of winter alpine activities. Mt Seymour's 3 terrain parks are amongst the best in the industry & cater to beginners to professionals. Come & experience a true Canadian winter alpine experience.
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Cypress offers towering North Shore Mountains which form a backdrop to the bustling city of Vancouver. Outdoor recreationists can enjoy hiking & sightseeing, photography, wilderness camping, mountain biking (in limited areas), skiing & other snow-related activities.
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Whistler's exclusive stunning lakeside gourmet retreat. 12 waterfront rooms & gourmet dining room on large estate with some of the best views in Whistler or anywhere from your own bedroom! Lakeside activities include: horse drawn sleighs, canoe & kayak rentals, walking trails, & wilderness trails. The dining room is renowned near and far for fine food and dining.
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Lodging Rates (subject to change): $131.00 - $320.00
Boutique hotel located in the heart of Whistler Village, steps to lifts, shopping, restaurants & nightlife. Near mountain biking & various summer & winter activities. Variety of suites available, including some with jetted tubs, private saunas. All rooms include gas fireplaces, kitchens, DVD players & stereos. Parking $16 + taxes.
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Relax, get comfortable & be prepared to enjoy the experience of a personalized vacation. Taking care of every guest is a passionate commitment & the highest mission for the Innkeepers & staff. Whether skiing in winter or hiking in summer, indulge in sumptuous breakfasts, & pamper yourself with luxurious amenities. Located 2 km from Whistler Village Square, The Alpine Chalet Whistler Inn offers 8 luxurious guest rooms with heated ensuite bathrooms, private balconies, a cosy wood-burning fireplace in the guest lounge, an outdoor hot tub, & eucalyptus steam shower. Read what other guests have said about us on Tripadvisor.com
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Less than 90 minutes to Metro Vancouver, this quaint alpine ski resort community is nestled in the striking natural beauty of the Coast Mountains near Harrison Hot Springs. You are invited to hike, cycle or go birding right from the village. While convenient trails can take the ATV enthusiast to the back country in minutes, skiing, boarding & tubing will keep you busy in winter. Modern chalets with full kitchens, hot tubs, saunas, satellite TV, phones, linens/towels & barbecues. World class golf & fresh water fishing nearby. Special off season & weekly rates available. Call for details.
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Lodging Rates (subject to change): $250.00 - $640.00