Peak Elevation
320 m
1,050 ft
Vertical Drop
305 m
1,000 ft
Skiable Area
61 ha
150 ac
Avg Snowfall
394 cm
155 in
Lifts
3
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About
Cape Smokey sits above Ingonish Beach on Cape Breton Island, where the Cabot Trail meets the Atlantic. The hill drops 1,000 feet from a 1,050-foot summit down to near sea level, across 16 trails and about 150 acres of mostly intermediate terrain. Its gondola, opened in 2021, was the first in Atlantic Canada and runs year-round, carrying sightseers in summer.
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Operated by Cape Smokey Holding Ltd
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Cape Smokey have?
Cape Smokey has 3 ski lifts.
What is the vertical drop at Cape Smokey?
Cape Smokey has a vertical drop of 1,000 feet (305 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Cape Smokey?
The summit of Cape Smokey sits at 1,050 feet (320 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Cape Smokey have?
Cape Smokey has 16 marked trails, totaling roughly 6.21 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Cape Smokey?
Cape Smokey covers 150 acres (61 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Cape Smokey offer night skiing?
No, Cape Smokey does not offer night skiing.
Does Cape Smokey have snowmaking?
Yes, Cape Smokey has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Cape Smokey get each year?
Cape Smokey averages around 155 inches (394 cm) of snowfall per season.