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Elevation
1,081m–1,567m
Lifts
7
Nearest airport
Campbell River Airport (YBL) - 22 km
Schools
0 listed
Overview
Mount Washington at a glance
Common questions
- You'll find gentle terrain for first-timers in the Sunrise area. The resort's deep snow base can also mean softer landings while you're learning.
- You can explore groomed runs served by the Outback Express and Eagle Express lifts, with routes winding through old-growth coastal forest.
- The Back Country area has alpine bowls and steep chutes above the tree line for advanced skiers and riders.
- Mount Washington receives an average of 1,100 cm of snow annually. That's an annual figure, rather than a guarantee of conditions during your visit.
- Comox Valley Airport (YQQ) is about 30 minutes from the resort, with direct flights from Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton.
The mountain
Ski area details
Key stats
Summit1,567m
Base1,081m
Vertical drop (resort)486m
Total Lifts7
The mountain
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About the resort
About Mount Washington
Mount Washington is an outdoor ski area in British Columbia, Canada. The available data lists terrain from 1081 m to 1567 m elevation and 7 lifts.
About the resort
Key facts about Mount Washington
The lifts run between 1,081m and 1,567m, a vertical drop of 486m. There are 7 lifts. The nearest airport is Campbell River Airport (YBL) - 22 km.
Resort guide
Mount Washington resort guide
The largest resort on Vancouver Island, Mount Washington offers stunning ocean views from its summit. It boasts the deepest average snowfall in Canada, providing exceptional powder conditions in an unexpected coastal setting.
The Comox Valley Airport (YQQ) is conveniently located just 30 minutes from the resort. It offers direct flights from major Canadian cities, including Vancouver, Calgary, and Edmonton.
Intermediates will enjoy the groomed runs accessible via the Outback Express and Eagle Express lifts, which wind through beautiful old-growth coastal forest.
The Sunrise area provides gentle terrain perfect for first-timers. The resort's deep snow base ensures soft landings, aiding confidence for those new to skiing or snowboarding.
Advanced skiers and riders can explore the Back Country area, featuring challenging alpine bowls and steep chutes above the tree line.
Mount Washington receives an impressive 36 feet (1,100 cm) of snow annually, making it Canada's snowiest resort and surpassing many in the British Columbia interior.
Visitors to Mount Washington can combine their ski trip with other attractions on Vancouver Island:
- Victoria: Explore the provincial capital.
- Tofino: A renowned destination for surfing and rugged coastal beauty.
- Whale watching: Opportunities to see marine wildlife.
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