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Kicking Horse Mountain Resort Resort Guide
Projected to open December 11, 2026
Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 11 — closed April 11
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 10
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Resort Guide
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is located in Golden, British Columbia, and is renowned for its dramatic alpine terrain, offering one of the largest vertical drops in North America. The resort features five peaks and five bowls, catering to advanced and expert skiers with extensive challenging runs, while also providing options for all abilities. Signature experiences include the Eagle’s Eye Restaurant, Canada’s highest elevated dining venue, and a lively village atmosphere with a range of lodging, dining, and winter activities. Kicking Horse stands out for its big-mountain feel, impressive snowfall, and panoramic mountain views.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
Lifts
5
Skiable area
3486 ac
Longest run
10 km / 6.2 mi
Share of terrain by difficulty
- Beginner20% of terrain
- Intermediate20% of terrain
- Advanced45% of terrain
- Expert15% of terrain
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- High-speed quad1
- Double chair2
- Surface lift1
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Whitetooth Grill – Renowned for its slopeside location and panoramic mountain views, Whitetooth Grill offers a vibrant après-ski scene with live music, local craft beers, and a welcoming atmosphere that draws both skiers and locals for post-run relaxation and socializing.
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Oct 13, 12:02 AM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
-100%
vs 5-Year Avg
203cm avg by now
-100%
vs 30-Year Avg
242cm avg by now
203cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~0 cm. That's 100% below the 5-year average (203 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 100% below the 30-year average (242 cm).
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort Season Snowfall
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Kicking Horse Mountain Resort Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 302cm with an average of 80 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 54cm | 12 days | 40cm | 62cm | 11cm |
| December | 45cm | 12 days | 77cm | 98cm | 8cm |
| January | 45cm | 12 days | 102cm | 120cm | 9cm |
| February | 32cm | 9 days | 109cm | 122cm | 8cm |
| March | 45cm | 13 days | 116cm | 127cm | 7cm |
| April | 27cm | 8 days | 106cm | 120cm | 6cm |
| May | 15cm | 4 days | 59cm | 92cm | 6cm |
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
50 days scored, from 24 Feb
56
Best Day
12 Mar
1
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
3
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4428 Feb8cm
- 3424 Feb3cm
- 3325 Feb
March 2026
- 5612 Mar6cm
- 499 Mar5cm
- 4813 Mar4cm
April 2026
- 3815 Apr4cm
- 3114 Apr
- 301 Apr
March scored highest for Kicking Horse Mountain Resort in 2025-26. Based on 50 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 Dec 11, 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 Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
- Where is Kicking Horse Mountain Resort?
- Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is a ski resort in Canada.
- How high is Kicking Horse Mountain Resort?
- Kicking Horse Mountain Resort runs from a base elevation of 1,190 m (3,904 ft) to a summit of 2,505 m (8,219 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,315 m (4,314 ft).
- How big is Kicking Horse Mountain Resort?
- Kicking Horse Mountain Resort has 3,486 acres (1,411 hectares) of skiable terrain, 120 marked runs and 5 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Kicking Horse Mountain Resort?
- Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is on the Epic 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 Kicking Horse Mountain Resort?
- Kicking Horse Mountain Resort 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 Kicking Horse Mountain Resort get in a typical season?
- Kicking Horse Mountain Resort averages 300 inches / 762 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
