602 Lake St.
Nelson, British Columbia
V1L 4C8

Phone: 250-354-4944
Fax: 250-354-4988

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Whitewater Ski Resort, located just outside Nelson, British Columbia, is a powderhound paradise with an average annual snowfall of over 40 feet. Whitewater, who calls the legendary Selkirk Mountain Range home, provides skiers and snowboarders 1367 acres of skiable terrain and a 2014 foot vertical drop. The mountain consists of groomed runs, open bowls, glades, chutes, and tree skiing all accessible from three chairlifts including the new Raven Chair. The town of Nelson provides guests with a selection of Inns, hotels, motels and guest homes as well as a ton of dining options.

Services

  • Alpine Skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Leash required
  • Ski Lessons
  • Snowboard Lessons
  • Discover Skiing
  • Discover Snowboarding

Terrain

  • Base Elevation: 1630 m
  • Vertical Drop: 614 m
  • Annual Snowfall: 1200 cm
  • Uphill Lift Capacity: 5700/hour
  • Summit Elevation: 2002 m
  • Skiable Terrain: 3247 acres
  • Number of Lifts: 4 + Handle Tow
  • Number of Trails: 105
  • % Beginner: 9%
  • % Intermediate: 25%
  • % Most Difficult: 65%
    (57% Black Diamond, 9% Double Black Diamond)

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