Apex Mountain Ski Resort Guide: Reviews, Ratings and Stats
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Apex Mountain reviews & ratings
4.5 (14 reviews)
Ranked 36th of 155 Ski resorts
4.50 (14 ratings)
Overall Rating
4.50 (14 ratings)
Value for Money
3.57 (14 ratings)
Après Ski
4.33 (12 ratings)
Off Piste
3.58 (12 ratings)
Eating Out
3.54 (13 ratings)
Accommodation Options
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Overview

Apex Mountain is your quieter, laid-back ski destination. Not too crowded, so you can really take your time on the slopes. They've got trails for every level of skier, and the snow quality is pretty solid. Night skiing here adds a cool twist to your usual ski routine. The village is cozy, perfect for a post-ski meal or drink. Plus, they've got other winter activities if you're feeling adventurous.

Resort Stats

Ski Terrain
80Total Runs
3.1 milesLongest Run
1112 acresSkiable Terrain
60 hectaresSnow making
40 acresNight Skiing
Elevation
7198 feetTop
5197 feetBottom
2001 feetVertical Drop
Lifts
2Chairlifts
2Surface Lifts
Lift Pass Costs
$CAD1470Season pass
$CAD1121 day
Weather
161 cmAverage annual snowfall

Getting There

Airports

  • Kelowna International Airport (YLW) 60KMs 60min drive
  • Penticton Regional Airport (YYF) 50KMs 50min drive

Train Stations

  • Penticton 40 / km 45m drive

Apex Mountain Reviews & Ratings

Overall Rating: 4.5
Ranking: 36th of 155 resorts
4.50 (14 ratings)
Overall Rating
3.09 (11 ratings)
Snow Parks
4.50 (14 ratings)
Value for Money
3.57 (14 ratings)
Après Ski
4.46 (13 ratings)
Family Friendly
4.33 (12 ratings)
Off Piste
3.58 (12 ratings)
Eating Out
4.18 (11 ratings)
Tree Skiing
4.14 (14 ratings)
Groomed Runs
4.50 (12 ratings)
Mogul Fields
4.17 (12 ratings)
Powder Zones
4.36 (14 ratings)
Quiet Slopes
4.21 (14 ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.44 (9 ratings)
Ski School Quality
3.54 (13 ratings)
Accommodation Options
5.00 (1 ratings)
Beginners
5.00 (3 ratings)
Intermediates
4.00 (6 ratings)
Advanced
4.67 (3 ratings)
Experts
5.00 (1 ratings)
Snowboarders

All Reviews

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Chris - expert skier
May, 1 - 2024
Quiet little resort with essentially only one lift for experts. The main lift to the top offers varied terrain with steeps, groomers, massive bumps and powder stashes that seem to last awhile after a dump. Low key place where the vibe is about skiing! The Edge coffee shop has amazing lunches and a ski thru outdoor ordering window so you can chug a coffee on the lift! The Gunbarrel Saloon is a great apres bar with good food and a decent selection of cold beer! (And other drinks) Mid week there is a very distinct lack of people and the only lineups you will encounter is the odd Saturday morning or a busy holiday. Even then it's less than 4 minutes tops but it's very rare! Great learning area with a magic carpet and a fixed grip triple with awesome intermediate terrain and a safe place to explore for all levels.
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Stef - expert skier
Apr, 28 - 2024
Apex has some of the most insane terrain Ive seen at what is considered a smaller ski area. I found an solid blend of open groomers and very steep, technically challenging terrain. I have been twice and both times there have been minimal liftlines. Staff are very friendly. We met a few locals who are very proud of their mountain, and were glad to share and recommend some runs. Theres not much shop-wise in the village but there are a few cute places for food/drinks, and on-hill accommodations for reasonable prices.
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Kristine - advanced skier
Apr, 23 - 2024
Short runs and not a lot of food options sadly But super fun hill great ski school and family friendly. Slow lifts tho but line ups we good
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Tracey - intermediate skier
Apr, 18 - 2024
This resort makes you feel like family. Line ups are short and lifties are always smiling. Plenty of places to rent at the resort or hotels only 30 min away. Mountain shop has excellent service and a great range of demo equipment. The ski patrol is also amazing at what they do! Womens day and Adopt an instructor are both excellent options to elevate the fun of being on the hills for the young and not so young. Actually forget everything I saidits awful
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Bryn - advanced skier
Apr, 15 - 2024
Really cute hill and a good vibe. Only been a few times and one in the spring and can say during spring riding it is only ok. Only a few good groomed runs that get old pretty quickly. But on a fresh powder day all the off piste runs are incredible. A lot of steep runs and chutes to choose from. Will return on a pow day
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Tina - intermediate skier
Feb, 26 - 2024
Enjoyed our stay. No line ups. Enjoyed the skating loop as well. Friendly staff. Lack of apres ski.
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Tom - advanced skier
Jan, 31 - 2024
Apex is a resort that not many people know. However this does not take away from its brilliance. With steep terrain and knarly features Apex really sets the tone of local resorts. She is a beast for double black gun runs that are scary just to look down, and the groomers off the triple chair are just magnificent. Apex, although few people know the name, is a brilliant all round resort with challenging and including riding that will blow your socks off!
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Leeann - advanced skier
Jan, 24 - 2024
The biggest complaint is no public accommodations. Its all owned and Air Bnb for outrageous prices. We love the hill. Its aggressive and great snow!
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Marc - intermediate snowboarder
Dec, 26 - 2023
My favourite place by far to board. The levels on slopes are great its a beautiful place a must go.
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Emma - advanced skier
Dec, 25 - 2023
I have skied here and called this mountain home for almost 12 years now. It is a fantastic hill with a great atmosphere and community. There are several delicious food options available with affordable prices. There are also other fun winter activities like skating and tubing to do. The terrain that the hill has to offer is definitely more on the advanced side, but there are plenty runs that are good for learning on to. I myself have been an athlete of and have coached for the freestyle team which is a great program here at the mountain. There are also well run racing and ski school programs offered. This hill is most certainly a buck-list hill that must be visited. The staff are all friendly from the lifties to the mountain shop to the ski patrol.
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