Northern British Columbia Skiing & Snowboarding

Ski Resorts in Northern BC

Hudson Bay Mountain Resort (20 minutes west of Smithers) is the largest ski and snowboard area in Northern BC. Thirty-six runs and four lifts overlook the spectacular Bulkley Valley and access some of the best and driest powder in the region. A terrain park combines a good mix of sculpted hits, flowy rails, jumps and boxes that are all spaced evenly for maximum flow. Ski or ride the “Trail to Town” run from the top of the mountain right into Smithers; this ski run provides 1,150m/3,775ft of continuous vertical.

Nestled in the unspoiled wilderness of the Canadian Rockies, Powder King Mountain Resort at Pine Pass (50 minutes east of Mackenzie) receives an average annual snowfall of nearly 12.5m/41ft and boasts some of the deepest powder in Northern BC. Thirty-seven runs cover terrain that ranges from deep drops to gentle groomed slopes. On-mountain accommodation, restaurants, and a lounge round out the resort experience.

Fresh tracks, deep powder and an expansive backcountry lure skiers and boarders north to Shames Mountain (25 minutes west of Terrace). Carve through blankets of fresh snow – an average of more than 12m/39ft annually – on 22 marked trails that cover 54ha/133ac and range from beginner to double black diamond. Natural glades offer 35ha/86ac of tree skiing and backcountry trails beckon adventurous skiers to explore the vast, untouched terrain.

Smaller Ski Areas in Northern BC

Smaller ski areas in this region include: Murray Ridge Ski Area near Fort St. James; Bear Mountain Ski Hill near Dawson Creek; and Tabor Mountain Ski Resort or Purden Ski Village (both near Prince George).

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