Why Revelstoke is Highly Rated for Powder

Revelstoke has rightfully claimed the 2025 gold award for Best Ski Resort for Powder in the World with an astonishing 4.87/5.00 rating. The mountain's legendary snowfall consistently delivers the goods, with frequent powder dumps that transform the resort into what many riders call "powder heaven." Expert skier Pete describes the powder quality as "exceptional," having never been disappointed across six seasons, while advanced snowboarder Lauren notes that Revelstoke receives "unrivaled powder" with snow that stays "dry and fluffy all the time." The sheer volume of snow allows for incredible experiences - Brendan, an expert snowboarder, mentions that "the snow is so deep some days you should have a snorkel," and our users consistently praise the mountain for delivering fresh tracks days after a storm.

What truly elevates Revelstoke's powder experience is the perfect combination of terrain variety and backcountry access. The resort boasts North America's highest vertical drop, creating endless opportunities for powder seekers across its bowls, glades, and tree runs. Expert snowboarder Matthew raves about the "insane powder every day" and stunning tree skiing options, while advanced skier Andrew explains how you can "escape into either the North Bowl or Greely and ski in fresh powder all day." The abundance of untracked snow is remarkable - intermediate skier Michelle describes the powder as "insane," and expert skier Kye simply states that there's "so much powwwww!" For adventurous riders, accessible backcountry terrain opens up even more possibilities, with Pete highlighting favorites like "Brown Shorts, Lovers Lane and Door 4" just a short bootpack away from the resort boundaries.

Looking for fresh tracks? Read our full resort guide to see how Revelstoke stacks up across all 20 of our community-rated categories!