Summer at Mount Washington

Mount Washington is the ultimate Alpine playground in the summer months. The Resort is the gateway to Strathcona Provincial Park. The trailhead by Raven Lodge provides easy access and sign posted routes to the lakes, meadows and mountains that make BC's Oldest Provincial Park a firm favourite with day hikers, multi day expedition groups and climbers alike. The resort also boasts one of the top up and coming mountain bike parks and summer alpine destinations in North America for those visitors who enjoy extreme sports!
Summer Activities
Summer Activities on the mountain include: Scenic Chairlift Rides, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Mini Golf, Disc Golf, Bungee Trampoline, Hiking and Wildlife Viewing
Scenic Chairlift Rides
Enjoy a scenic chairlift ride and take in the spectacular views of the resort and Strathcona Provincial Park as you ride to the top (1588m elevation). Keep an eye out on the way up for one of our resident marmots (Marmota vancouverensis), a unique species that lives only in the mountains of Vancouver Island, Canada. At the top enjoy the ocean views, discover the unique flora and fauna found in the high alpine, enjoying the fearless attention of the Whisky Jack.
On the Ground
Hike from the top or get the chairlift back down to the Apine Lodge, where you can enjoy refreshments, alfresco on the patio, before playing a round of mini golf at the Eagle Links, 9-hole course.
For Hiking enthusiasts and climbers, Mount Washington is the gateway to Strathcona Provincial Park, British Columbia's oldest and most picturesque park. The Paradise Meadows trailhead is located by Raven Lodge (1100m elevation) where you will find wheelchair accessible boardwalk through alpine meadows and, for the more adventurous, multi-day trekking routes.
Outdoor Family Fun
Outdoor Fun for all ages, be it a game of outdoor chess, a round of Disc Golf or raching new heights on our Bungee Trampoline.
Mountain Biking
Adrenalin Junkies are guaranteed a rush . . . Mount Washington's bike park features 1657 vertical feet of downhill riding with 2 High Speed Lifts to get you to the top.
Mount Washington has downhill and freeride mountain bike trails for all skill levels.
Check out our Bike Park Facilities & Stats and our Down & Dirty Bike Park site . . .
Bike Park Facilities & Stats
Adrenalin Junkies are guaranteed a rush just by looking at our Down & Dirty Bike Park site . . .
Vertical: 1657 Vertical feet
Lifts: 2 high speed lifts (Eagle Quad & Hawk 6 Pak)
Trails: 35km of Single Track Trails
18 Trails (Novice, Intermediate & Advanced)
Courses: Downhill Race Course
Slopestyle Course
Skills Centres
Rental Facilties: Tread Shed Repairs & Rentals
Experience our Island Lifestyle
Explore all that the Comox Valley and surrounding area has to offer, including sea and river kayaking, white water rafting, whale watching, wildlife tours, caving, surfing and diving . . .
| 2009 Summer Season June 20-Sept 20, 2009 |
| Fall Season Hours of Operation Sept 20 - Nov 30, 2009 Alpine Lodge & Season's Pass Sales 10:00am -3:00pm Fat Teddy's bar & Grill 11:00am - 3:00pm Extended hours over Thanksgiving weekend Altitude Sport & Gift 11:00am - 2:00pm Scenic Chair Lift Closed for 2009 season Mountain Biking Lift accessed trails closed for the 2009 season click here for detailed information on all facilities |
| Please note: Hours of operation subject to change based on conditions. |

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