The Best Ski Resorts for Experts in Canada - 2025 Rankings
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The Best Ski Resorts for Experts in Canada

Canada's mountains offer some of the world's most challenging terrain for expert skiers and snowboarders. From heart-pounding steeps to technical chutes, these resorts push even the most skilled riders to their limits. Our rankings showcase where to find the gnarliest lines and most intense descents, based entirely on feedback from the Snomad community – real skiers who've tackled these slopes firsthand. Have you conquered these expert runs yourself? Share your experience and help fellow powder hounds find their next challenge.

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Best Ski Resort for Expert Skiers in Canada: Marmot Basin - Experts Rating

For expert skiers and snowboarders, Marmot Basin delivers a wealth of challenging terrain. One Snomad community member liked "the off-piste terrain" where they "had some amazing turns." Tree runs on Eagles East are particularly praised, with Josh, an expert snowboarder, highlighting these as a standout feature. If you're up for an adventure, Mike describes hiking to untouched bowls: "It took about 4 hours to hike up and walk across the Ridgeline to a bowl that hasn't been touched by anyone." The varied double blacks offer progression opportunities, with Liam noting some are "great for your first time on a double black whilst simultaneously having very challenging lines right close by."

#2 Revelstoke - Experts Rating

Revelstoke has serious pedigree amongst experts. The majority of our users rave about the off-piste terrain, with one Snomad community member calling it "powder heaven" with "endless inbounds off-piste lines." The North Bowl gets particular praise, with a snowboarder suggesting "you should have a snorkel" for the deep snow. Tree runs are consistently highlighted as exceptional, with numerous powder stashes. For the adventurous, bootpacking to the summit of Mount Mackenzie unlocks even more terrain. As one skier put it: "Best resort I've skied at worldwide" thanks to "terrain variety across the mountain, incredible fall line skiing, and the snow. Oh, the snow!"

#3 SilverStar - Experts Rating

Expert skiers and snowboarders at SilverStar consistently praise the varied terrain. The backside double blacks are a standout feature according to Jeremy, who snowboards at an expert level. One Snomad community member liked the mountain's layout, noting that "with world class terrain and an everyone is welcome but only locals know vibe, you're never in a lift line for more than 15 minutes." For those who know where to look, fresh tracks can be found days after snowfall. The front side offers long groomers with off-piste sections, while Alpine Meadows Chair provides fresher snow away from the crowds. Tree runs throughout the mountain get high marks from expert riders.

League Table
Region
Location
1st
Alberta

Marmot Basin

4.61 expert rating (28 ratings)
2nd
British Columbia

Revelstoke

4.61 expert rating (51 ratings)
3rd
British Columbia

SilverStar

4.61 expert rating (18 ratings)
4th
British Columbia

Panorama Mountain

4.52 expert rating (25 ratings)
5th
British Columbia

Kicking Horse

4.51 expert rating (55 ratings)
6th
Alberta

Castle Mountain

4.50 expert rating (28 ratings)

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4.36 expert rating (47 ratings)
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4.36 expert rating (78 ratings)
12th
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4.35 expert rating (20 ratings)
13th
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4.31 expert rating (13 ratings)
14th
British Columbia

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4.30 expert rating (127 ratings)
15th
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4.25 expert rating (8 ratings)
16th
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4.20 expert rating (59 ratings)
17th
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4.19 expert rating (36 ratings)
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4.18 expert rating (11 ratings)
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