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Cypress Mountain Resort Guide
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Best months to book: January, March, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Off-season — closed April 11
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Resort Guide
Cypress Mountain is located in West Vancouver, British Columbia, offering expansive terrain with 53 alpine ski runs, cross-country trails, and snowshoeing areas. The resort features a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere and is known for its proximity to downtown Vancouver, making it easily accessible for day trips. Signature experiences include night skiing, terrain parks, and panoramic views of the city and ocean. Key amenities include equipment rentals, ski and snowboard lessons, multiple dining options, and a dedicated snow tubing park.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Cypress Mountain
Lifts
7
Skiable area
600 ac
Longest run
4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Runs by difficulty(61 total)
Beginner
8
13% of terrain
Intermediate
21
35% of terrain
Advanced
27
44% of terrain
Expert
5
8% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Terrain by difficulty
- Beginner13%
- Intermediate35%
- Advanced44%
- Expert8%
Lift fleet
- High-speed quad2
- Quad chair3
- Double chair1
Snowmaking covers about 82% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Crazy Raven Bar & Grill – A popular après-ski spot at Cypress Mountain, Crazy Raven is known for its cozy atmosphere, hearty comfort food, and a wide selection of local craft beers, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Sep 21, 04:01 AM UTC
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Off-season · 378cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 420cm full-season avg
378cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~238.1 cm. That's 37% below the 5-year average (378 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 43% below the 30-year average (420 cm).
Cypress Mountain Season Snowfall
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Cypress Mountain Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 447cm with an average of 94 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 56cm | 12 days | 3cm | 12cm | 15cm |
| December | 109cm | 19 days | 16cm | 33cm | 21cm |
| January | 89cm | 17 days | 24cm | 41cm | 19cm |
| February | 71cm | 15 days | 23cm | 35cm | 15cm |
| March | 85cm | 17 days | 22cm | 35cm | 16cm |
| April | 26cm | 10 days | 11cm | 20cm | 9cm |
| May | 2cm | 2 days | 2cm | 10cm | 2cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
52 days scored, from 22 Feb
51
Best Day
14 Mar
1
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
4
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4022 Feb3cm
- 3723 Feb6cm
- 3625 Feb2cm
March 2026
- 5114 Mar5cm
- 4811 Mar7cm
- 4713 Mar5cm
April 2026
- 226 Apr
- 2115 Apr4cm
- 205 Apr
March scored highest for Cypress Mountain in 2025-26. Based on 52 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 28, 2026
Through Apr 11, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Cypress Mountain
- Where is Cypress Mountain?
- Cypress Mountain is a ski resort in Canada.
- How high is Cypress Mountain?
- Cypress Mountain runs from a base elevation of 898 m (2,946 ft) to a summit of 1,440 m (4,724 ft), giving a vertical drop of 542 m (1,778 ft).
- How big is Cypress Mountain?
- Cypress Mountain has 600 acres (243 hectares) of skiable terrain, 61 marked runs and 7 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Cypress Mountain?
- Cypress Mountain is on the Ikon 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 Cypress Mountain?
- Cypress Mountain typically operates from November 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 Cypress Mountain get in a typical season?
- Cypress Mountain averages 230 inches / 584 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
