Mount Washington

Mount Washington

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Towering above Vancouver Island's east coast, Mount Washington Alpine Resort welcomes skiers and snowboarders to one of British Columbia's most distinctive winter destinations. With an average annual snowfall of 11.5 meters (38 feet), the resort offers some of the deepest powder conditions in Canada, combining pristine alpine terrain with breathtaking Pacific Ocean views.

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Elevation: 1105m / 3625ft

Located at the Nordic ski area, providing views of the Strathcona Provincial Park and Raven Lodge.

Mount Washington's comprehensive network of lifts serves 1,700 acres of diverse terrain. The Eagle Express high-speed quad chairlift whisks riders to the summit in just minutes, while the Sunrise quad chair provides quick access to beginner-friendly slopes. Our modern lift infrastructure ensures minimal wait times and maximum mountain exploration, with a total uphill capacity of 9,000 riders per hour.

Mount Washington Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 10
6-Person Chair
1
6-Person Chair
Quad Chair
3
Quad Chair
Triple Chair
1
Triple Chair
Surface Lift
5
Surface Lift

Mount Washington Resort Elevation

5112ft1558mResort Summit1486ft453mVertical Drop3625ft1105mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

82

Total Area

1601 ac

647.9 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
13%
Intermediate
43%
Advanced
22%
Expert
22%
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Location

Positioned just 30 minutes from the Comox Valley and 2.5 hours from Victoria, Mount Washington combines exceptional accessibility with mountain solitude. The resort sits at 1,588 meters (5,210 feet), where coastal weather patterns create ideal snow conditions. Our unique location means you can ski in the morning and beach-walk in the afternoon, making it one of the few places where mountain and ocean adventures seamlessly merge.

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Season Info

Winter transforms Mount Washington into a snow-covered playground from December through April. Early season typically begins with November storms laying down a substantial base, while spring brings perfect conditions for sun-soaked skiing. Summer welcomes hikers and mountain bikers to explore alpine meadows filled with wild flowers, offering year-round mountain adventures for every visitor.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

12/12/2024

Closing Day

4/5/2025

Days Open

115

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

10m

1000cm

Imperial

32.8ft

394in

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