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Red Mountain ski area, British Columbia
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| | This ski mountain has an average fraction of hard ski slopes and an average share of green and blue ski trails. Red Mountain has a very good selection of ski trails and sufficient great ski lifts to serve them all. Red Mountain is a conventional size ski area having an average altitude difference if compared to other Western Canada ski mountains. The remarkable 25 feet of annual snowfall is one of the best traits of this ski area. With a sum of 87 ski runs to ski on; there are more than enough ski runs for every ability. |
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Having 1,685 acres of ski terrain you will never be short of skiing land. This ski resort has 6 good ski lifts, and they are fun to hitch a ride with. This ski mountain gets covered by more snowfall than the local average each ski season. The 2,919 feet of vertical
| | drop is a pleasant drop. Winter in the mountains of British Columbia and the perfect sensation of speeding down the trails are incentive enough to come here to ski. The snowboarding and the skiing in this part of the country is loads of fun every day of the snow season. Glorious exercise and just being on the runs for a while are good reasons to come. You could be into skiing or snowboarding, or both, doesn't matter, this is an area with lots of locations for that. This ski resort has a tremendous choice of trails to | |
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suit all abilities; it's out of the question to get bored here.
Red Mountain ski area Management Says:
Ranked by Forbes Traveler as one of North America's top ten expert ski resorts and awarded Best Steeps, Best Trees and Best Powder by Ski Canada Magazine,
Red Mountain Resort is the hidden jewel of BC's Kootenay Rockies region. Red offers incredible terrain with a 2,919 foot vertical drop (884 meters) featuring over 300 inches (750cm) of annual snowfall, champagne powder, world renowned tree skiing and wide-open
groomed runs.
Red boasts a terrain park, easy-to-access backcountry, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, luxury slope-side lodging, fine dining and friendly locals, all located within the historic gold mining city of Rossland. At Red there is something for
everyone. Red caters not only to families but skiers and snowboarders of all ages and ability levels.
Red is located in the western Kootenays in southern BC, 2.5 hours drive north of Spokane International Airport, 3.5 hours drive from Kelowna, BC Airport,
30 minutes drive from Castlegar and 20 minutes from Trail regional airports. For more info visit: www.redresort.com
Red's Terrain Park boasts jumps, jibs, permanent skier / boarder-cross course, and park wide sound system. Our on-hill
park staff is dedicated to the quality of features and the safety of Red's skiers and boarders. With our Natural Progession system in place, there is something for every skill level allowing enthusiasts to slowly and safely work their way to a pro level. A variety
of rail features including kinks, rainbows, flat downs, boxes, a battleship, an S-rail, and street rails can also be found at Red. New jumps, hips, and XL kicker are available as well. Additionally, Red Park hosts one of Canada's largest Wall Rides.
Snow Hosts:
Red offers a terrific group of long-time skiers and residents who meet at the base area twice daily (9am and 12pm) offering complimentary guided tours of Red. Bookings are required.
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QUICK STATS
Vertical drop: 2,919 feet
Top Elevation: 6807 feet
Base Elevation: 3888 feet
Total Runs: 87
- 45% Expert and Advanced
- 40% Intermediate Runs
- 15% Beginner Runs
- Longest Run: 4.3 miles
Total Lifts: 6
- 4 Chair Lifts
- 1 Surface Lifts
- 1 Carpet Lifts
Skiing Area: 1,685 acres
Annual snowfall: 25 feet
Snowboarders Welcome
Coordinates:
Latitude: 49.104091
Longitude: -117.82309
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Red Mountain ski area - Photo by Dave Heath, copyright ?
Red Mountain ski area - Photo by Marseille, copyright ?
Red Mountain ski area - Photo by Dave Heath , copyright ?
Red Mountain ski area - Photo by Dave Heath , copyright ?
Red Mountain ski area - Photo by Derek Frankowski , copyright ?
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| | Ski Areas Near Red Mountain ski area:
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49 Degrees North, Washington
, 41 miles away
1851 vertical feet
runs - lifts
0% Expert & Adv.
0% Intermediate
0% Beginner |
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Whitewater, British Columbia
, 49 miles away
1300 vertical feet
43 runs - 3 lifts
40% Expert & Adv.
40% Intermediate
20% Beginner |
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Mt. Spokane, Washington
, 73 miles away
2000 vertical feet
runs - lifts
0% Expert & Adv.
0% Intermediate
0% Beginner |
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Big White, British Columbia
, 81 miles away
2550 vertical feet
118 runs - 16 lifts
28% Expert & Adv.
54% Intermediate
18% Beginner |
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Schweitzer, Idaho
, 89 miles away
2400 vertical feet
runs - lifts
0% Expert & Adv.
0% Intermediate
0% Beginner |
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Mount Baldy, British Columbia
, 98 miles away
1500 vertical feet
20 runs - 2 lifts
21% Expert & Adv.
46% Intermediate
33% Beginner |
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Big Sheep Creek, -blank-
County
, 9 miles away, Class II(III) - 3 miles long (Sheep Creek Road mile 7.5 to Sheep Creek Camp Ground) |
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Kettle River, Ferry/Stevens
County
, 26 miles away, Class II-III - 12.8 miles long (Orient to Barstow) |
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Red Mountain ski area Trail Map:
Trail map supplied by Red Mountain ski area, copyright ©.
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Casa Alpina, Rossland
1.4 miles away 
Casa Alpina is a lovely Inn with a European touch located close to Red Moutain. Enjoy our free extended Continental Breakfast and get ready to ride the mountain bike trails or take in a round of golf. |
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Prestige Mountain Resort and Conference Centre, Rossland
1.9 miles away 
An elegant hotel located in the centre of town, minutes from Red Resort, the Prestige Mountain Resort features 67 newly renovated guestrooms with pillowtop beds and deluxe amenities. Enjoy the relaxing ambiance of the lobby lounge and mingle with friends around the fireplace. On-site facilities include restaurant, sports bar, hot tub, fitness centre and sauna. Enjoy a stroll downtown where a variety of shops and services await you. |
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Best Western Terra Nova Hotel, Trail
7.6 miles away
When visiting British Columbia, enjoy the picturesque setting of this Trail hotel, centrally located near downtown. Ideally located near area attractions, the Best Western Terra Nova Hotel provides comfortable accommodations for business and leisure travelers to the area. This Trail, BC hotel is located on Highway 36, offering easy access to Cominco, Trail Memorial Center and Aquila. Also nearby are Champion Lakes golf, the unparalleled Red Mountain ski areas and the Columbia River for fishing |
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Super 8 Motel Castlegar Bc, Castlegar
14.6 miles away 
Welcome to the Castlegar Super 8 Motel that is conveniently located in Castlegar close to shopping, restaurants and the airport. We have a heated indoor pool/water slide, and whirlpool. All rooms offer wireless high speed internet, in room coffee, hair dryers, and fridges. We offer Superstart breakfast in the morning, meeting/banquet facilities, and an on site business centre. This property has 6 theme rooms to choose from, including Spiderman and Harry Potter. Executive suites are available wit |
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Quality Inn Castlegar, Castlegar
14.6 miles away
Hotel has 48 rooms offering a standard Queen or King bed and Suites and Kitchenettes. All rooms have a refrigerator and coffee maker. High speed wireless Internet available. Arena, 5plex cinema, shopping plaza, restaurants and fast food outlets all within walking distance. Pet accommodation 10.00 per night, per pet. 2 pets per room. |
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Best Western Baker Street Inn & Convention Centre, Nelson
40.2 miles away
The Best Western Baker Street Inn and Convention Center is Nelson's newest full service hotel. Its location on historic downtown Baker Street has you only minutes away from shopping and restaurants. Wind down your ski day with a soak in the hot tub or be sure to try our Baker Street Grill, a restaurant that is sure to please the heartiest of appetites. Besides 70 comfortable guest rooms, other amenities include banquet facilities, JacuzziŽ suites, high speed Internet, fitness room, guest laundry |
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Prestige Lakeside Resort, Nelson
40.6 miles away
The elegant 4.5 star resort, situated on the shores of the EST Arm of Kootenay Lake, and conveniently located in the heart of Nelsons Business, Financial, and Recreational District is the perfect year-round destination. Enjoy the spectacular view of Kootenay Lake and Elephant Mountain from the private balconies of our beautifully appointed lakeside rooms. Relax and revitalize right inside the resort featuring a European Health Spa, Fitness Centre, Indoor Swimming Pool and Hot Tub. Exciting adven |
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Prestige Lakeview Inn, Nelson
41.1 miles away
Located in Nelsons recreational district and within walking distance to downtown, our charming French country-style boutique inn offers classic ambiance and incomparable service. Every beautifully appointed guestroom features King or Queen size beds and our Prestige luxury sleep pillow top mattresses. as a guest of the Lakeview Inn you are welcome to use the facilities at the Prestige Lakeside Resort located just a short distance away. |
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Ramada Limited Grand Forks, Grand Forks
44.9 miles away 
Ramada Limited Grand Forks, BC is located on Highway 3 in Grand Forks, British Columbia. Located 57 miles west of Castlegar and about 2.5 hours from either Spokane, WA or Kelowna, BC. This Ramada hotel in Grand Forks, BC is easy access to Christina Lake beach, Christina Lake Golf Course, Phoenix Ski Hill and BMX Race Track. This hotel has spacious air conditioned guest rooms with mountain view, remote controlled color television, working desk area, voice mail, Complimentary High Speed Inter |
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* Distances listed are direct linear distances, actual travel distance may be different.
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