📷 Shames Mountain
North America
Shames Mountain
Projected to open December 6, 2026
Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 6 — closed March 22
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 7
5d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
3cm
7-Day Forecast
15cm
Snow Depth
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Shames Mountain is projected to open December 6, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1March159cm avg · last season 47.4
- #2January219cm avg
- #3February152cm avg · last season 41.1
Best weeks to book
- #1 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 52.6
- #2 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 49.7
- #3 1 Mar – 7 Mar · last season 39
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 6
Projected to open December 6, 2026
28 runs · 3 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
- Lifts– / 3
- Runs– / 28
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 Shames Mountain
Shames Mountain is located near Terrace in northern British Columbia, Canada, and is operated as a community-owned cooperative. The resort features over 1,600 acres of skiable terrain, including groomed runs, glades, and access to extensive backcountry areas, making it popular among both families and advanced skiers. Shames Mountain is known for its abundant snowfall, relaxed atmosphere, and commitment to sustainability, offering essential amenities such as a day lodge, equipment rentals, and lessons. Its unique cooperative model and deep powder conditions distinguish it as a welcoming and authentic mountain destination.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Shames Mountain
- Where is Shames Mountain?
- Shames Mountain is a ski resort in Canada.
- How high is Shames Mountain?
- Shames Mountain runs from a base elevation of 700 m (2,297 ft) to a summit of 1,189 m (3,901 ft), giving a vertical drop of 489 m (1,604 ft).
- How big is Shames Mountain?
- Shames Mountain has 252 acres (102 hectares) of skiable terrain, 28 marked runs and 3 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Shames Mountain?
- Shames Mountain 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 Shames Mountain?
- Shames Mountain typically operates from December to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Shames Mountain get in a typical season?
- Shames Mountain averages 475 inches / 1207 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Shames Mountain in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #460 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -22% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Shames Mountain averaged -22% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The honest read: this is the fleet's deepest timing play. The snow still comes — it comes later and leaner, so point your winter 2026-27 trip at the historical late-winter peak, stay flexible on dates, and watch our monthly scorecard. Analog winters: '97-98 -9%, '15-16 -28%, '23-24 -29%. One caveat that always holds: a single storm cycle can beat the climatology.
