📷 Big White
North America
Big White
Projected to open December 4, 2026
Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 4 — closed April 5
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Big White is projected to open December 4, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1March45cm avg · last season 29.8
- #2January45cm avg
- #3February38cm avg
Best weeks to book
- #1 27 Mar – 2 Apr · last season 36.1
- #2 20 Mar – 25 Mar · last season 23.7
- #3 10 Apr – 15 Apr · last season 22.5
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 12, 11:00 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Projected to open Dec 4
Projected to open December 4, 2026
119 runs · 16 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
- Lifts– / 16
- Runs– / 119
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Big White
Big White Ski Resort is located in British Columbia, Canada, and is renowned for its expansive skiable terrain and reliable powder snow. The resort features over 2,700 acres of skiable area, a modern village with ski-in, ski-out accommodations, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Signature experiences include night skiing, a variety of terrain parks, and Canada’s largest ski-in, ski-out village, making it a standout destination for both families and adventure seekers. Key amenities include multiple dining options, on-mountain activities, and comprehensive ski and snowboard services.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Big White
- Where is Big White?
- Big White is a ski resort in Canada.
- How high is Big White?
- Big White runs from a base elevation of 1,508 m (4,948 ft) to a summit of 2,319 m (7,608 ft), giving a vertical drop of 811 m (2,661 ft).
- How big is Big White?
- Big White has 2,765 acres (1,119 hectares) of skiable terrain, 119 marked runs and 16 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Big White?
- Big White is on the Indy Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Big White?
- Big White typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Big White get in a typical season?
- Big White averages 300 inches / 762 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Big White in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #239 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier C · strong-event signal -2% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Big White averaged -2% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline — effectively ENSO-proof. Big White has held within a few percent of normal across every phase of the Pacific cycle, making it one of the safest bets of a record El Niño winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -23%, '15-16 -8%, '23-24 +26%.
