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Red Mountain ski resort
Tier C — ENSO-proof

📷 Red Mountain

North America

Red Mountain

Projected to open December 26, 2026

Best months to book: January, March, February · last season + 30-yr record

Projected to open Dec 26 — closed April 4

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Updated: Oct 12, 11:02 PM•Weather at base: 1,185m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
Projected to open Dec 26

Red Mountain is projected to open December 26, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: January, March, February. Best weeks: 8 Mar–14 Mar, 15 Mar–21 Mar, 22 Mar–28 Mar.Dec1Jan3Feb2MarAprOpens 26 DecCloses 4 Apr

Best months to book

  1. #1January58cm avg
  2. #2March44cm avg · last season 25
  3. #3February40cm avg · last season 27.4

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 27.1
  2. #2 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 24.9
  3. #3 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 23.8

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, 11:02 PM UTC

Terrain Open

Projected to open Dec 26

Projected to open December 26, 2026

119 runs · 8 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Snow Summary

2,075m

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About Red Mountain

Red Mountain Resort is located in Rossland, British Columbia, and features over 3,850 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains. Known for its uncrowded slopes and diverse terrain, the resort offers a mix of groomed runs, gladed tree skiing, and advanced steeps, appealing to both intermediate and expert skiers. Key amenities include on-mountain lodging, multiple dining options, and a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere that emphasizes authentic mountain culture. Signature experiences include cat skiing, guided mountain tours, and access to expansive backcountry terrain.

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Frequently asked questions about Red Mountain

Where is Red Mountain?
Red Mountain is a ski resort in Canada.
How high is Red Mountain?
Red Mountain runs from a base elevation of 1,185 m (3,888 ft) to a summit of 2,075 m (6,808 ft), giving a vertical drop of 890 m (2,920 ft).
How big is Red Mountain?
Red Mountain has 3,850 acres (1,558 hectares) of skiable terrain, 119 marked runs and 8 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Red Mountain?
Red 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 Red Mountain?
Red Mountain 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 Red Mountain get in a typical season?
Red Mountain 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 Red Mountain in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #178 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier C · strong-event signal +3% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Red Mountain averaged +3% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. El Niño has historically made little difference here — this is an ENSO-proof mountain, for winter 2026-27 as in past events. Analog winters: '97-98 -14%, '15-16 -14%, '23-24 +36%. A pattern, not a promise.