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Revelstoke offers a diverse range of skiing experiences across its vast terrain, which spans 3,121 acres. The resort is known for its challenging runs, but it provides options for all skill levels, with specialized zones catering to beginners, intermediates, and experts.
Revelstoke is not primarily known for beginner skiing, but it does offer a few accessible runs. The Beginners Area, accessed via the Mtn. Coaster and Revelation Gondola, provides gentle, wide-open slopes ideal for those just starting out. The lower mountain features several green runs that are perfect for building confidence on skis. Snow School programs are available for those new to skiing or snowboarding, ensuring a supportive learning environment.
Intermediate skiers will find a variety of challenging, yet manageable runs on Revelstoke’s mountain. The Ridge Rocket Chair and Revelation Gondola provide access to several blue runs that are well-suited for intermediates, such as Sorels and Freeway. These runs are longer and more varied, with moderate gradients that allow skiers to progress at a comfortable pace while enjoying the expansive terrain.
Revelstoke is renowned for its expert-level terrain, which is a major draw for advanced skiers. With 45% of the trails rated as expert-level, the resort offers some of the steepest and most challenging terrain in North America. The North Bowl and South Bowl provide ample opportunities for advanced skiers to test their skills on steep, powder-filled slopes. Trees and chutes, such as The Ripper, offer thrilling, technical runs. The resort also features heli-skiing and cat-skiing options, offering unparalleled access to backcountry terrain. Revelstoke’s vertical drop of 5,620 feet (1,713 meters) is the longest in North America, ensuring that expert skiers will enjoy a thrilling experience from top to bottom.