Panorama Mountain Resort

Located in British Columbia’s Purcell Mountains, it contain expansive terrain, alpine charm, and serene natural beauty. According to their official website, there are 2,975 acres of skiable terrain and a vertical drop of 4,265 feet. Well, it’s surely North America’s top ten. Satisfy most of the skiers and snowboarders of all levels. The diverse terrain includes gentle groomers, challenging glades, and the in-bounds backcountry-style Taynton Bowl, accessible via the Monster X snowcat.

Not only that, the resort’s provide a friendly village including ski-in/ski-out accommodations, dining, and amenities within walking distance. Noted that the lodging options range from the centrally located Panorama Springs Lodge. At there, you can find slope-side hot pools, to the budget-friendly Approach Hotel.

Year-round destination

In winter, guests can of course enjoy Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. In Summer, activities include mountain biking, hiking, ATV tours, and golfing at the acclaimed Greywolf Golf Course, wow. It should be mention about the environmental strategy for the resort. They committed to environmental stewardship, partnering with the Whitebark Pine Ecosystem Foundation of Canada to protect the endangered Whitebark pine. For example, planting 5,000 trees and facilitating research to combat threats like blister rust and climate change.

How to get there?

If you plan to drive there from Vancouver, it can take you around 10 hours. So you better fly to Calgary, and rent a car there start driving for 3.5 hours. During the winter season (December to April), Panorama offers daily shuttle services between YYC and the resort. That’s a good news if you don’t want to drive at all.