Blue Mountain Reviews: 3.82/5 from 450+ Verified Skiers | Snomad
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Updated December 2023

Blue Mountain Reviews & Ratings

How Skiers Rate Blue Mountain

Overall Rating
3.82
Value for Money
3.50
Quiet Slopes
3.31
Après-Ski
3.84
Accommodation Options
4.32
Family Friendliness
4.54
Groomed Runs
4.12
Powder Zones
2.99
Tree Runs
3.21
Mogul Fields
3.12
Off-Piste
3.09
Snow Parks
3.85
Lift Efficiency
4.03
Eating Out
4.05
Ski School Quality
4.06
Beginners
4.16
Intermediates
3.94
Advanced
3.68
Experts
3.64
Snowboarders
3.84

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What Skiers Say About Blue Mountain

Blue Mountain attracts a wide range of visitors from beginners through to advanced skiers and snowboarders, with many reviewers highlighting it as the largest and most accessible resort in Southern Ontario, particularly for those travelling from Toronto and the GTA. The village at the base receives consistent praise for its atmosphere, dining options, and additional activities beyond skiing. Reviewers repeatedly mention that weekdays offer a much better experience than weekends, when lift queues become significantly longer and crowds impact enjoyment. Snow conditions are variable, with artificial snowmaking maintaining coverage but reviewers frequently noting icy patches and limited natural powder. Pricing is a common criticism, with many users stating lift tickets, food, and accommodation are expensive relative to what the resort offers compared to larger destinations.

AI-generated summary based on verified skier reviews

  • village atmosphere
  • variety of runs
  • lift efficiency weekdays
  • night skiing
  • beginner-friendly terrain
  • proximity to Toronto
  • weekend crowds
  • lift queue times
  • icy conditions
  • expensive pricing
  • limited vertical
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The most iconic ski resort in Eastern Canada, the bang for your buck value may not be there, but the aesthetics and overall quality of the ski resort is pretty top tier. Love the black runs and they do have some double diamonds that Ive heard are really nice.
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Ive been skiing at Blue mountain for 10+ years, and they have a great range from easy to expert. The staff are friendly and there is great restaurants in the village, overall its a great place to ski!
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For a smaller mountain Blue Mountain manages to find the proper balance of terrain for everyone. Certain aspects are limited due to size and area, limited amounts of tree runs and low amounts of powder are an example. The village area at blue mountain is great for those coming from out of town to stay, and to explore for those not wanting to spend all their time on the slopes, having ample shopping, dining and accommodation options. The proximity to large cities such as Toronto also means that it is an easy spot for day/weekend trips without large plans or hassle.
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Love blue mountain bought my third season pass this year! Excited for another amazing season
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Fun and large variety of terrain. Park is amazing and well built. Can be a little busy at times but with night skiing and fast lifts it balances out. Good resort overall.
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Been skiing here for 18 years and it has become more of a tourist/family resort. They have recently stopped doing afternoon grooming making night skiing much more difficult and less enjoyable.
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My experience with this resort has been great. I have had a great time going out and about throughout the village with my friends but the hills are the star of the show. Throughout the hills the have many different varieties of terrain. From the many terrain parks to tree runs and groomed racing runs anyone can have a great time. They also offer great night skiing/snowboarding opportunities. Overall if your looking for a great time with family or friends I highly recommend otherwise if your looking for something to master skills I wouldnt really recommend because as it is public there are many inexperienced people on the hills.
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Enjoyed the hill. Was busy but still decent overall. Would recommend it for sure. Team provided free face mask when they didnt have any for sale. Awesome team at the pro shop.
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I have been there just once. I found it really crowd free. A lot of fun for family. Very good accommodation however, I was not very happy with the food. Health and safety was up to high levels.
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Roughly two hours away from Toronto, it is the largest ski resort with pretty much the most elevation you will find in Ontario. A wanderer will be able to ski pretty much every run in one day before night falls, an expert will be bored very quickly, but a newbie will find lots of ways to set goals and improve.
Even though almost every lift is a high capacity express chairlift, avoid Saturdays as lift lines will be very long.
The area has car parking both at the top and from several lodges at the bottom.
Accomodation and food are expensive.
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