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Red 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 4
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Resort Guide
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.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Red Mountain
Lifts
8
Skiable area
3850 ac
Longest run
7 km / 4.3 mi
Runs by difficulty(119 total)
Beginner
19
16% of terrain
Intermediate
40
34% of terrain
Advanced
60
50% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Quad chair2
- Triple chair3
- Double chair1
- Surface lift2
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Rafters Lounge – Located in the base lodge, Rafters is renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, craft beer selection, and live music, making it the go-to après-ski spot for both locals and visitors seeking a lively and authentic mountain experience.
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Sep 22, 09:04 PM UTC
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This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 309cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 265cm full-season avg
309cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~241 cm. That's 22% below the 5-year average (309 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 9% below the 30-year average (265 cm).
Red Mountain Season Snowfall
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Red Mountain Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 295cm with an average of 110 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 25% above this average (367cm over the last ten tracked seasons). 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 | 49cm | 17 days | 21cm | 43cm | 10cm |
| December | 63cm | 20 days | 62cm | 89cm | 12cm |
| January | 58cm | 20 days | 96cm | 116cm | 10cm |
| February | 40cm | 16 days | 107cm | 121cm | 9cm |
| March | 44cm | 17 days | 114cm | 132cm | 9cm |
| April | 22cm | 10 days | 92cm | 114cm | 6cm |
| May | 5cm | 3 days | 33cm | 66cm | 3cm |
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
41
Best Day
22 Feb
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
2
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4122 Feb
- 3525 Feb6cm
- 3024 Feb2cm
March 2026
- 3831 Mar
- 3630 Mar4cm
- 3413 Mar2cm
April 2026
- 331 Apr
- 3115 Apr9cm
- 272 Apr1cm
February scored highest for Red 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 Dec 26, 2026
Through Apr 4, 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 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.
