Rocky Mountains
North America
Stretching from Canada to New Mexico, featuring legendary resorts like Whistler, Vail, and Aspen.
Resorts in Rocky Mountains
Whistler Blackcomb
Canada
North America's largest ski resort, offering over 8,000 acres of terrain across two mountains. Located in British Columbia's Coast Mountains, Whistler Blackcomb is renowned for its massive vertical drop, diverse terrain, and vibrant village atmosphere. Co-hosted the 2010 Winter Olympics alpine events.
Banff / Lake Louise
Canada
Set within Banff National Park, this trio of resorts — Mt. Norquay, Sunshine Village, and Lake Louise — offers stunning Canadian Rockies scenery, reliable snow, and a charming mountain town.
Revelstoke
Canada
Home to North America's greatest vertical drop at 1,713 metres. Revelstoke is a powder paradise with uncrowded slopes, deep snowfall, and a tight-knit mountain community.
Vail
USA
One of the largest ski resorts in the US, with legendary back bowls and 5,317 acres of groomed runs and terrain. Vail's European-style village and extensive terrain make it a top destination for seasonal workers.
Aspen Snowmass
USA
Four interconnected mountains — Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, and Snowmass — in one of the most glamorous ski towns in the world. Diverse terrain from beginner to expert.
Breckenridge
USA
A historic mining town turned world-class ski resort with five peaks and one of the highest chairlifts in North America. Known for its vibrant Main Street, lively après scene, and excellent terrain parks.
Jackson Hole
USA
Renowned for its extreme terrain, 4,139-foot continuous vertical rise, and the iconic Corbet's Couloir. Jackson Hole attracts expert skiers from around the world and borders Grand Teton National Park.
Park City
USA
The largest ski resort in the United States with over 7,300 acres of terrain. Park City is a former silver mining town just 35 minutes from Salt Lake City, making it one of the most accessible major resorts.
Big Sky
USA
Montana's premier destination with the 'Biggest Skiing in America' — 5,800 acres across four mountains. Known for uncrowded slopes, the iconic Lone Mountain, and a western frontier atmosphere.
Steamboat Springs
USA
Famous for its trademarked 'Champagne Powder' snow, cowboy culture, and natural hot springs. Steamboat blends authentic Western heritage with world-class skiing across 165 trails.
Telluride
USA
Nestled in a box canyon in the San Juan Mountains, Telluride is a former mining town with dramatic scenery, a free gondola connecting town to Mountain Village, and some of Colorado's most challenging terrain.
Sun Valley
USA
America's first destination ski resort, founded in 1936. Sun Valley's Bald Mountain is famous for perfectly groomed runs and consistent dry snow. A low-key, uncrowded alternative to larger resorts.
Mammoth Mountain
USA
California's highest ski resort with one of the longest seasons in North America. Mammoth receives massive snowfall and offers stunning views of the Eastern Sierra. A popular destination for Southern California workers.
Crested Butte
USA
A former coal mining town turned funky ski village, Crested Butte is known for its extreme terrain, colourful Victorian architecture, and tight-knit community. Often called 'Colorado's last great ski town.'
Sun Peaks Resort
Canada
Canada's second-largest ski area by skiable terrain, located in the interior of British Columbia. Sun Peaks offers three mountains, a charming European-style village, and famously uncrowded slopes.
Big White Ski Resort
Canada
British Columbia's largest totally ski-in/ski-out resort, famous for its champagne powder and 'snow ghosts'. Located near Kelowna in the Okanagan with a strong Australian seasonal worker culture.
Silver Star Mountain Resort
Canada
A colourful, brightly painted heritage village in the North Okanagan. Silver Star is known for its charming Victorian-style village, excellent cross-country skiing, and family-friendly atmosphere. Owned by Vail Resorts.
Lake Louise Ski Resort
Canada
Set in Banff National Park with views of the iconic Victoria Glacier, Lake Louise is one of the most scenic ski resorts in the world. Part of the SkiBig3 with Sunshine and Norquay.
Sunshine Village
Canada
Located on the continental divide in Banff National Park, Sunshine Village receives more natural snow than any other Canadian resort. High elevation with Canada's longest non-glacial season. Part of SkiBig3.
Nakiska Ski Area
Canada
Site of the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics alpine events, located in Kananaskis Country just 45 minutes from Calgary. A smaller, family-friendly resort.
Marmot Basin
Canada
Jasper National Park's ski resort, offering uncrowded slopes with stunning Rocky Mountain scenery. The most northerly large ski area in Alberta, known for dry powder and laid-back atmosphere.
Mont-Tremblant
Canada
Eastern Canada's premier ski resort, featuring a colourful pedestrian village modelled after Quebec City. Located in the Laurentian Mountains north of Montreal with distinctly French-Canadian character.
Le Massif de Charlevoix
Canada
The highest vertical drop east of the Rockies, with stunning views of the St. Lawrence River. A boutique resort in the UNESCO Charlevoix Biosphere Reserve.
Mont-Sainte-Anne
Canada
One of Eastern Canada's largest resorts, just 30 minutes from Quebec City. Mont-Sainte-Anne offers extensive night skiing, world-class cross-country trails, and easy access to a historic city.
Stoneham Mountain Resort
Canada
Quebec City's closest ski resort, just 20 minutes north. Known for its excellent night skiing, terrain parks, and accessibility.
Blue Mountain Resort
Canada
Ontario's largest ski resort, located on the shores of Georgian Bay near Collingwood. A major four-season destination with a vibrant village and accessibility from Toronto (2.5hr). Owned by Alterra.
Asessippi Ski Area
Canada
Manitoba's premier ski area, located in Asessippi Provincial Park in the Shell River Valley. A small but spirited resort that proves you can ski on the prairies.
Snowbird
USA
Steep, deep-powder resort in Little Cottonwood Canyon, 45 minutes from Salt Lake City and 30 minutes from the international airport. 2,500 acres dominated by expert terrain — Snowbird's reputation for relentless steeps, narrow chutes, and 'the greatest snow on earth' draws hardcore skiers from around the world. Connected to neighbouring Alta via the Mineral Basin link (single-resort pass available). Long season usually runs well into May. Owned by the Cumming family.
Beaver Creek
USA
Upscale Vail Resorts-owned resort 10 minutes from Vail Village in Colorado's Eagle County. 1,800 acres of impeccably groomed terrain across three villages — Beaver Creek Village, Bachelor Gulch, and Arrowhead. Known for ski-in/ski-out luxury lodging, an extensive learner-friendly mid-mountain (Buckaroo Express gondola), the famous Birds of Prey World Cup downhill course, and the daily 3pm chocolate-chip cookie tradition. Part of the Epic Pass network.
Palisades Tahoe
USA
Combined Squaw Valley + Alpine Meadows resort on Lake Tahoe's north shore — host of the 1960 Winter Olympics. 6,000 acres of connected terrain via the Base-to-Base Gondola, with views over Lake Tahoe from many lifts. Famous for steep extreme terrain (KT-22, the Fingers, Headwall) and a dense cluster of US ski legends. Owned by Alterra Mountain Company; Ikon Pass partner. Renamed from Squaw Valley to Palisades in 2021.
Heavenly
USA
Straddles California and Nevada on Lake Tahoe's south shore with unmatched views over the lake from nearly every chair. 4,800 acres of varied terrain across two states. The Stateline base village sits at the foot of the Heavenly Gondola and connects directly to the Nevada-side casino strip — making Heavenly the most accessible Tahoe resort for nightlife. Owned by Vail Resorts; Epic Pass partner.
Kicking Horse
Canada
Famously steep BC interior resort with the 4th-highest vertical drop in North America at 1,260m. 2,800+ acres of terrain across four alpine bowls and 120+ inbounds chutes. 85% of the mountain is intermediate or expert — little for beginners but a legendary destination for advanced skiers and freeriders. The Eagle's Eye restaurant at the top of the Golden Eagle Express gondola is the highest in Canada. Located in the Purcell Mountains above Golden, BC.
Fernie
Canada
Five alpine bowls and 142 trails across 2,500 acres in the Lizard Range of southeast BC. Fernie is known for huge annual snowfall (around 9m), excellent tree skiing, and a refreshingly laid-back vibe. The historic town of Fernie sits 5 km from the resort with heritage 1900s architecture, a strong ski-bum culture, and one of the best small-town brewery scenes in the Canadian Rockies. Owned by Resorts of the Canadian Rockies (RCR).