Mount Washington Alpine
Vancouver Island's only major resort, with maritime powder, ocean views, and easy ferry access.
Key Stats
Vertical Drop
505m (1,657ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
1,588m (5,210ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
1,083m (3,553ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
1,063cm (419in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
81
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
8
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Resort Size
1,705 acres
Total groomed and patrolled terrain
Terrain Breakdown
The percentage of marked trails in each difficulty level. A higher beginner percentage means more terrain suitable for novices and families; a higher advanced percentage means more challenge for experts.
Beginner
30%
Intermediate
40%
Advanced
30%
Best For
Location
Set in the Beaufort Range in the central highlands of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, this mid-mountain resort sits near Courtenay on the island's east coast, with a maritime, coastal climate shaping its weather and terrain.
Getting there
Moderate to reach
Fly into Nanaimo (YCD), about 1.5 hours from the resort by road.
- Nanaimo (YCD)1.5 hoursDirections
- Vancouver (YVR)4.5 hoursDirections
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