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    Cypress Mountain
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    Cypress Mountain

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    Resort Overview

    Perched just 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver, Cypress Mountain offers an exceptional winter sports experience with panoramic views of the city skyline and Howe Sound. As Vancouver's largest ski area, Cypress Mountain combines metropolitan accessibility with authentic mountain adventure, featuring 53 ski runs across 600 acres of diverse terrain.

    Live Cypress Mountain Webcams

    Eagle Chair Summit

    1200m elevation

    5 webcams availableView all webcams →

    Trails & Terrain

    Trails

    Total Runs

    53

    Total Area

    600 ac

    242.8 ha

    Difficulty Distribution

    Beginner
    13%
    Intermediate
    43%
    Advanced
    38%
    Expert
    6%
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    Cypress Mountain Lift System

    Cypress Mountain's modern lift network ensures maximum time on the slopes with minimal waiting. The resort features 6 lifts, including two high-speed quad chairs, that can transport over 9,000 riders per hour. From the Eagles Express chairlift serving advanced terrain to the Easy Rider quad perfect for beginners, each lift is strategically positioned to optimize your mountain experience.

    Lifts

    Total Lifts

    7

    Lift Types

    3

    Lift Breakdown

    Quad Chair
    5
    Quad Chair
    Double Chair
    1
    Double Chair
    Surface Lift
    1
    Surface Lift
    View Complete Lift System

    Location & Getting There

    At 1,440 meters (4,724 feet) above sea level, Cypress Mountain rises above West Vancouver's North Shore Mountains. Its proximity to both the Pacific Ocean and the urban core creates a unique microclimate perfect for winter sports. Easy access via Cypress Bowl Road makes it possible to transition from city to slopes in just 30 minutes, offering the perfect escape for both quick afternoon sessions and full-day adventures.

    Season Info

    Winter transforms Cypress Mountain into a snow-covered playground from November through April, receiving an average annual snowfall of 10 meters (33 feet). The resort's sophisticated snowmaking system supplements natural snow on key runs, ensuring reliable conditions throughout the season. Night skiing extends the adventure well past sunset, with lights illuminating 19 runs until 10 PM.

    Current Season

    2025 - 2026

    Opening Day

    11/21/2025

    Closing Day

    4/12/2026

    Days Open

    143

    Annual Snowfall

    Metric

    11.23m

    1123cm

    Imperial

    36.8ft

    442in

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