Powder King
Remote northern BC mountain with 12+ meters of snow yearly, true powder pilgrimage with no crowds.
Key Stats
Vertical Drop
670m (2,198ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
1,525m (5,003ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
855m (2,805ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
1,270cm (500in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
33
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
3
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Resort Size
549 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
10%
Intermediate
35%
Advanced
55%
Best For
Location
Powder King sits in the Pine Pass area of the Hart Ranges, part of the northern Rocky Mountains in north-central British Columbia. This is a cold, continental interior setting far inland, with mid-mountain terrain reaching above the tree line.
Getting there
Moderate to reach
Fly into Prince George (YXS), about 2.5 hours from the resort by road.
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