Kicking Horse Ski Resort Guide: Reviews, Ratings and Stats
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Kicking Horse reviews & ratings
4.5 (38 reviews)
Ranked 49th of 155 Ski resorts
4.45 (38 ratings)
Overall Rating
4.22 (37 ratings)
Value for Money
3.48 (33 ratings)
Après Ski
4.84 (38 ratings)
Off Piste
3.58 (33 ratings)
Eating Out
3.80 (30 ratings)
Accommodation Options
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Overview

Kicking Horse is a haven for thrill-seekers, boasting some of the most challenging and exhilarating slopes in Canada. Known for its deep powder and steep terrain, it's a top choice for advanced skiers and snowboarders. The resort also features scenic gondola rides and remarkable dining experiences at the mountain top. Though it caters mainly to the more experienced, there are beginner-friendly areas too. The resort’s unique character is defined by its wild, natural setting, offering a majestic backdrop for a memorable ski adventure.

Resort Stats

Ski Terrain
129Total Runs
6.2 milesLongest Run
3486 acresSkiable Terrain
516 hectaresSnow making
Elevation
8219 feetTop
3904 feetBottom
4315 feetVertical Drop
Lifts
1Gondolas / Cable Cars
3Chairlifts
1Surface Lifts
Lift Pass Costs
$CAD2139Season pass
$CAD1441 day
Weather
202 cmAverage annual snowfall

Getting There

Airports

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) 270KMs 260min drive
  • Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC) 135KMs 130min drive

Train Stations

  • Golden 10 / km 15m drive

Kicking Horse Reviews & Ratings

Overall Rating: 4.5
Ranking: 49th of 155 resorts
4.45 (38 ratings)
Overall Rating
1.93 (29 ratings)
Snow Parks
4.22 (37 ratings)
Value for Money
3.48 (33 ratings)
Après Ski
3.52 (31 ratings)
Family Friendly
4.84 (38 ratings)
Off Piste
3.58 (33 ratings)
Eating Out
4.26 (38 ratings)
Tree Skiing
3.37 (38 ratings)
Groomed Runs
3.61 (36 ratings)
Mogul Fields
4.84 (38 ratings)
Powder Zones
4.58 (38 ratings)
Quiet Slopes
3.89 (38 ratings)
Lift Efficiency
3.83 (24 ratings)
Ski School Quality
3.80 (30 ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.50 (2 ratings)
Intermediates
4.57 (14 ratings)
Advanced
4.36 (22 ratings)
Experts
4.20 (5 ratings)
Snowboarders

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Cherie - expert skier
Apr, 30 - 2024
Has some of the steepest terrain in the northern hemisphere. Great on a powder day and good options for the back-country
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Cory - expert skier
Apr, 30 - 2024
Not everyones cup of tea. I gave it five stars because I ski with people my age, and were all backcountry/freeride skiers. Wouldnt recommend for families with young kids or beginners as the greens and blues are quite limited.
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Sam - expert skier
Apr, 30 - 2024
Best resort in Canada. Steep, narrow and deep. Snow is perfect when there is fresh. Terrain is amazing.
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Bruce - expert skier
Apr, 29 - 2024
Kicking Horse is by far the most technical, difficult and extreme mountian in Western Canada . The lower section is rather normal longer runs good moguls but few options for beginners or family's. The entire resort has only 10 blues and a few greens. There are 149 black and double black runs. They are a bit short but true blacks. The upper mou tain is extreme , 5 bowls all steep. Good snow. High elevation , be ready for cold. Spring is best with lots of late season storms.
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fox - advanced skier
Apr, 28 - 2024
went to kicking house in 2023/2024 season and it was some of the best skiing ive done all over the mountain. so many untouched areas even after going nearly a week without snow. the staff are great, compared to revelstoke where they took a buddies pass on our last gondola ride up because they thought he was someone else. leading us to go down to re-instate his pass, making us miss last gondola ride up. great mountain with tons of options for skill level and snow quality.
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Benoit - advanced skier
Apr, 20 - 2024
Its so good we go there once a year for family week theres no line up and challenging run easy access to the slack country
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Kaden - advanced skier
Apr, 17 - 2024
Kicking horse has an insane amount of powder and is great for intermediate to expert level skiers. There are tons of runs and it is not overly crowded. The peak is very steep and open with tons of room to pick your line. I highly recommend kicking horse to any of my friends
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Brad - expert skier
Apr, 17 - 2024
This is a difficult resort to review. If you are advanced, the snow is plentiful, and you don't mind some hiking, then this is the ultimate destination. If you prefer groomers, or have people in your group that are green or blue skiers, then don't come here. Nothing better than a bluebird pow day here.
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Andrew - advanced skier
Apr, 13 - 2024
Super wide groomed areas as well as great back country slopes. Double Black bar ideal for apres ski at base or Eagles Eye at the gondola top for excellent dining. Music at Whitetooth grill is a must.
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Erik - expert skier
Apr, 12 - 2024
Awesome mountain to play and have some big runs down to steep terrain.never busy always find your fresh lines

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