Revelstoke
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Standing out in the middle of British Columbia
Tucked away in British Columbia’s pristine Selkirk Mountains, Revelstoke Mountain Resort stands as a testament to nature stunning mountain peaks and huge snowfall. This powder paradise commands respect with North America’s biggest vertical drop – a heart-pounding 5,620 feet that beckons skiers from around the world to test their limits. But numbers only tell part of the story; it’s the mountain’s soul that sets it apart.
What truly distinguishes Revelstoke is its location which catches a huge amount of snow. Winter storms rolling through the Selkirks blanket the terrain with over 450 inches of snow annually, transforming the resort into a wonderland that frequently requires snorkels. The town itself defies the typical resort template. Rather than glossy boutiques and chain restaurants, you’ll find family-owned cafes and local gear shops. This authenticity extends to the slopes, where seasoned locals welcome newcomers into their powder-hunting brotherhood with a genuine warmth that’s becoming increasingly rare in the ski industry.
Summit Elevation
7,767 ft
Lifts
7
Runs
75
Base Elevation
1,679 ft
TERRAIN BREAKDOWN
12%
Beginner
43%
Intermediate
45%
Expert
2
Terrain Parks
Vertical Drop
5,620 ft
Average Snowfall
413"
Skiable Acres
3121
Revelstoke Mountain Resort
The Revelstoke Allure
On my first visit to Revelstoke, I was charmed by sidewalks bordered by chiseled, waist-high snowbanks and heritage-style houses that were adorned with fluffy white mounds. The natural world as I knew it had expanded tenfold, and I never looked back. Mountains dusted by snow in late September, rivers that originate at the base of hanging glaciers and trees so large you’d need six people to encircle it, arms outstretched. I never knew how many coffee shops a rural mountain town needed until they became my neighbors. Or how the three blocks at city center come to life after a Revelstoke Grizzlies hockey game—excited fans jumping from bar to bar.
Revelstoke is special in more ways than one, but the skiing is beyond comparison. Expansive and remote terrain combines with the world’s only inland temperate rainforest climate to create a place that’s not just unique; it’s one-of-a-kind. Imagine the volume of precipitation in a rainforest, only it’s snow. This is the reason that Revelstoke Mountain Resort (RMR) is home to several world-renowned freeride competitions—the terrain provides an unparalleled skiing experience.
