The best places to ski in British Columbia

British Columbia’s snow scene is wilder, wider and more wonderful than you ever imagined.

There’s a reason British Columbia tops every serious snow traveller’s wish list. Spread over 10 mountain ranges, it delivers jagged peaks, snow-draped forests and achingly beautiful views that feel almost unreal. The skiing and snowboarding ranks among the world’s best, across resorts from intimate and rustic to the largest in North America. What ties them together is a warm, welcoming vibe and plenty to do once the skis are off.

Where to ski in British Columbia

Whistler Blackcomb

Less than two hours up the Sea to Sky Highway from Vancouver, Whistler Blackcomb’s twin peaks pack more than 100 runs each, linked by the legendary Peak 2 Peak Gondola. Whistler Village blends charm and buzz, with stays ranging from five-star hotels to family-friendly condos and lodges ideal for everything from a couple’s escape to a full multi-generational crew. And there’s plenty for kids, from tubing to ice skating, plus a wide range of family-friendly dining.

Okanagan

Venture deeper into the interior and the Okanagan region for lighter, drier snow across three standout resorts. Sun Peaks is Canada’s second largest, with three mountains, 130-plus runs and a ski-in, ski-out village where kids move easily between slopes, the ice rink, tubing park and relaxed dining.

Big White is another Okanagan standout, known for its snow ghosts – trees so thick with powder they resemble eerie figures – alongside a ski-in, ski-out village and strong family offerings from ski school to tubing. SilverStar rounds out the Okanagan trio.

The Powder Highway

Further east, BC’s legendary Powder Highway beckons. Kicking Horse near Golden and Revelstoke in the Selkirk and Monashee ranges are the headline acts, but don’t sleep on the underrated gems strung along the route – Fernie, Panorama, Kimberley and RED are all well worth a detour.

Beyond the runs

A BC snow holiday is about far more than laps on the hill. Strap on snowshoes and wander into the wilderness, wobble your way around an ice rink, surrender your heart to dog sledding or climb aboard a horse-drawn sleigh. Snowmobile tours, ice fishing and catching an ice hockey game – experiences that don’t exist back home in Australia. All the more reason to tick them off here.

Go with the experts

Planning a BC powder trip from Australia is easier than ever with the team at Mogul Ski. They know these mountains inside out and can tailor an itinerary that gets the most out of every snowflake, whether you’re a first-timer or a serious shredder.

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