Winter at Mount Washington

Mount Washington is Vancouver Island's premier winter destination with a consistent record for the deepest natural snowpack in Canada (average snowpack 10.5m) and a unique Island location that offers spectacular, ocean and mainland mountain views from the mile high summit.
Skiers and snowboarders will enjoy over 60 Alpine trails accessed by 9 lifts, while Nordic sport enthusiasts will have access to 55kms of scenic cross-country trails and a World Class Nordic Centre that will be home to international Olympic teams as they acclimatize and prepare for the 2010 Olympics.
Winter Activities
WinterActivities include: Alpine Skiing & Snowboarding, Night Skiing & Snowboarding , Nordic Skiing, Snow Tubing and Snowshoeing .
Alpine Facilities & Stats
The Mount Washington Alpine Terrain offers 650 hectares (1600 acres) of amazing downhill terrain for skiers and snowboarders with ocean views, two great terrain parks, 9 lifts, night skiing and over 400 on mountain beds, a progressive snow school and instructor training program . . . link to Alpine Facilities & Stats Page
Nordic Facilities & Stats
Mount Washington Alpine Resort’s world-class Nordic Centre has 55 kilometres (33 miles) of trails, a biathlon centre, night lit trails and a further 20 kilometres (12 miles) of gentle slopes and rolling hills for snowshoeing enthusiasts . . . link to Nordic Facilities & Stats Page
Regardless of age, everyone can have fun on the mountain on our lift accessed and night lit Snow Tube Park.
Mount Washington offers a natural choice for family, university, school or corporate groups, and independent travellers looking for the ultimate winter vacation in a safe, friendly environment. There is a wide choice of chalets, condo's and suites in the village for rent throughout the year . . . but we recommend you book early to avoid disappointment. Popular Midweek Packages are also available through our on line reservation system and managed rental pool.
Alpine Facilities & Stats
The Mount Washington Alpine Terrain offers 650 hectares (1600 acres) of amazing downhill terrain for skiers and snowboarders with ocean views, two great terrain parks, 9 lifts, night skiing and over 400 on mountain beds, a progressive snow school and instructor training program.
Mount Washington Alpine Facilities & Stats.
| Summit Elevation: | 588m (5215 feet) |
| Vertical Rise: | 505m (1657 feet) |
| Alpine Trails : | 60 runs (20% easier, 35% intermediate, 45% advanced) |
| Longest Run: | 2kms |
| Number Lifts: | 8 - 2 high speed chairlifts (1 six pack, and 1 quad), 2 fixed grip quads, 1 triple chair, 1 double chair, 1 platter lift, a handle tow. |
| Lift Capacity: | 12,200 riders per hour |
| Day Lift Operations | 9am - 3:30pm, Daily |
| Night Skiing Operations | Thurs/Fri/Sat - 4:30pm - 9pm, Christmas + Easter/Spring Break: 4:30pm - 9pm |
| Terrain Parks: | 2 Terrain parks |
| Snow Tubing | Lift accessed and night lit |
| Restaurant Facilities: | Alpine Lodge Fireweed’s Restaurant, Fat Teddy’s Bar and Grill, Alpine Café, Hungry Marmot Express, Boarder's Brew, Beaver Tails, Sushi Mon |
| Shopping: | Altitude Sport & Gift, General Store |
| Rentals & Lessons: | Bradley Centre Rentals, Snow School, Mountain Kids |
| Accommodation: | Alpine Village Ski-in/ski-out accommodation for over 4,000 people |
Nordic Facilities & Stats
Mount Washington Alpine Resort’s world-class Nordic Centre has 55 kilometres (33 miles) of trails, a biathlon centre, night lit trails and a further 20 kilometres (12 miles) of gentle slopes and rolling hills for snowshoeing enthusiasts.
Mount Washington Nordic Facilities & Stats.
| Nordic Stats | World class Nordic Centre |
| Nordic Trails: | 50kms of Cross Country Trails, tacks set |
| Snowshoeing: | 20kms of Snowshoeing Trails |
| Restaurant facilities: | Raven Lodge |
| Rentals & Lessons: | Raven Lodge |
| Clubs: | Strathcona Nordics |


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