Red Mountain Ski Resort Guide: Reviews, Ratings and Stats
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Red Mountain reviews & ratings
4.7 (23 reviews)
Ranked 10th of 155 Ski resorts
4.65 (23 ratings)
Overall Rating
4.26 (23 ratings)
Value for Money
3.83 (23 ratings)
Après Ski
4.57 (23 ratings)
Off Piste
3.64 (22 ratings)
Eating Out
3.85 (20 ratings)
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Overview

Red Mountain, recognized for its expansive terrain and minimal lift lines, is a top choice for skiers looking for an authentic and unspoiled skiing experience. The resort features a vast network of trails, ranging from accessible beginner slopes to thrilling advanced runs. Red Mountain's terrain includes everything from groomed cruisers to challenging tree skiing, making it a versatile destination for all skiing styles. The resort is particularly popular among expert skiers for its steep and deep options. The atmosphere at Red Mountain is laid-back and welcoming, with a strong sense of community among both visitors and locals. The resort's dedication to preserving its rich skiing heritage is evident, blending tradition with modern skiing facilities. Regular events and competitions are held here, showcasing the vibrant spirit of the Red Mountain ski community.

Resort Stats

Ski Terrain
20Beginner Runs
40Intermediate Runs
27Advanced Runs
31Expert Runs
4.3 milesLongest Run
3850 acresSkiable Terrain
Elevation
6808 feetTop
3888 feetBottom
2920 feetVertical Drop
Lifts
6Chairlifts
2Surface Lifts
Lift Pass Costs
$CAD1399Season pass
$CAD8967 days
$CAD1641 day
Weather
176 cmAverage annual snowfall

Getting There

Airports

  • Trail Airport (YZZ) 25KMs 25min drive
  • Castlegar/West Kootenay Regional Airport (YCG) 60KMs 60min drive

Train Stations

  • Rossland 2 / km 5m drive

Red Mountain Reviews & Ratings

Overall Rating: 4.7
Ranking: 10th of 155 resorts
4.65 (23 ratings)
Overall Rating
2.89 (19 ratings)
Snow Parks
4.26 (23 ratings)
Value for Money
3.83 (23 ratings)
Après Ski
4.32 (19 ratings)
Family Friendly
4.57 (23 ratings)
Off Piste
3.64 (22 ratings)
Eating Out
4.52 (23 ratings)
Tree Skiing
4.00 (22 ratings)
Groomed Runs
3.41 (22 ratings)
Mogul Fields
4.61 (23 ratings)
Powder Zones
4.48 (23 ratings)
Quiet Slopes
3.43 (23 ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.31 (13 ratings)
Ski School Quality
3.85 (20 ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.67 (3 ratings)
Intermediates
4.77 (13 ratings)
Advanced
4.43 (7 ratings)
Experts
4.00 (2 ratings)
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Sue - advanced skier
Apr, 28 - 2024
Best deal ever. No line ups. Off piste goes for ever and backcountry cabins are many and free. Xc close by. Ferraros grocery the best. Flying steam shovel amazing food beer and service.
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Duncan - advanced skier
Apr, 23 - 2024
Limited lift system accessing varied terrain. Compared to European resorts there arent as many groomed runs, but you can pretty much ski the whole mountain so there are lots of options for off piste and bumps. Most of the skiing is below the tree line and theres lots of great glade skiing. Its a friendly ski area with a couple of nice places to eat on the hill and and lively bar for food and beers at the base, as well as some more upmarket restaurants. There is an increasing amount of accommodation on the hill, as well as the town of Rossland ten minutes away where there are a variety of bars and restaurants.
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Daniel - expert skier
Apr, 22 - 2024
we Spent 2 weeks at Red Mountain in Feb 2024: Red is one of those ski resorts that you want to tell everyone about but don't actually want to tell anyone in case they all go and ruin it !! We stayed at the Josie hotel which was directly on the slopes opposite the chair lift and the ski school. completely ski in ski out with a great ski valet service team. As far as hotels go in resort the Joise is probably the most upmarket there is, its fairly new, clean and offers a good level of service not a European style luxury but still very nice and a luxury local option, good food and a nice bar area. the other choices in resort are limited with the more traditional style condos and apartments to rent Red offers a fairly extensive ski area with some of the finest BC powder there is, some challenging terrain and some chairlifts that remind you of how much luxury we have in Europe. however at Red your there to ski proper powder not ride heated chairs, eat luxury mountain food or drink wine in the mountains all day, this is a die hard ski resort. when there is fresh powder at Red the lift lines will get big for first tracks and the shops will open late, the locals are their to ski as well. but don't be put off by the lines for fresh powder most of them ski one run and then head to work or disperse across the mountain. its a proper old ski town atmosphere and is truly an incredible place to be, if i could go back 20 years id love to have done a season here ! the people are insanely lovely, kind and friendly. the town is 5mins drive from the mountain base and is an old mining town, shops are limited but have everything you need and more . you can ski for hours at Red on slopes just to yourself still finding fresh powder into the afternoon. and if Red doesn't fill your fresh powder needs, Big Red Cats just 25mins drive from the resort offers amazing Cat skiing with an additional 20,000 acres of fresh powder cat skiing with some amazing guides, I booked up two days with Big Red Cats before i had even looked at Red Mountain and was the main reason for traveling to Red Mountain, Highly recommended them and they cater for abilities from intermediate right the way to extreme level. downsides were: doesn't matter your there to ski powder and they get plenty !! but the travel time from UK was a bit of a ball ache !! if you go don't tell to many people
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Richard - expert skier
Apr, 20 - 2024
Great quiet resort but the management of it seems a bit strange. But the skiing is what matters and that's pretty good here.
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Nicole - advanced skier
Apr, 18 - 2024
I spent the 2023/2024 winter season here and even after a full season I wasnt tired of the resort at all! Four mountains worth of awesome terrain for all levels, fantastic tree runs and I only had two lift queues all season! I loved every second of skiing red mountain and I will be back for more!
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Grace - advanced skier
Apr, 17 - 2024
Red is the ultimate ski vacation. No crowds, no lines, just you, the mountain, and a few crazy nice and fun locals. The terrain has something for everyone and the resort is just massive including three different mountains and a fourth you can take a cat up for cat skiing. We go every year now and havent looked back because it is the best trip of the year every time. Have to go rip motherlode laps and then get a pitcher at Rafters afterward and maybe a fancy cocktail at the Josie. We love to stay at the houses that are ski in, ski out and must go to wing night at Rock Cut. We love RED!!
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Tasha - advanced skier
Apr, 16 - 2024
If you want amazing snow, tons of pow that hasnt been skied out Red is the place to be. There are tons of young families at the hill which is wonderful. Locals are always ready to chat and be helpful.
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Sophia - advanced skier
Apr, 13 - 2024
great off piste and tree skiing, can always find pockets of untouched snow any day. lift lines are non existent except the first lift on a pow day. great resort overall
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Veljko - advanced skier
Mar, 28 - 2024
Red Mountain has a family run resort ambiance with lots of runs for all experience levels. Good ski-in/out accommodations but its location in the BC Powder Triangle makes for excellent skiing in late February or March.
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Renee - advanced skier
Mar, 28 - 2024
Nelson only 1 hr away super cute town with great music scene and apres is beyond. So much terrain at red mountain. Plan at least 3 days to really experience vast runs. Felt like a kid exploring and finding adventure Will go again and again

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