Peak Elevation
1,575 m
5,166 ft
Vertical Drop
640 m
2,100 ft
Skiable Area
597 ha
1,475 ac
Avg Snowfall
1250 cm
492 in
Lifts
3
About
Powder King is a remote resort in the Pine Pass of northern British Columbia, set in the Rocky Mountains between Mackenzie and Chetwynd. It covers 1,475 acres with a 640-meter vertical, 38 runs and just three lifts. Average annual snowfall reaches about 12.5 meters, among the highest in North America, and every run is named after a Beatles song.
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Operated by Jim and Heidi Salisbury
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Powder King Mountain Resort have?
Powder King Mountain Resort has 3 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 2,600 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Powder King Mountain Resort?
Powder King Mountain Resort has a vertical drop of 2,100 feet (640 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Powder King Mountain Resort?
The summit of Powder King Mountain Resort sits at 5,166 feet (1,575 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Powder King Mountain Resort have?
Powder King Mountain Resort has 38 marked trails, totaling roughly 15.5 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Powder King Mountain Resort?
Powder King Mountain Resort covers 1,475 acres (597 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Powder King Mountain Resort offer night skiing?
No, Powder King Mountain Resort does not offer night skiing.
Does Powder King Mountain Resort have snowmaking?
Yes, Powder King Mountain Resort has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Powder King Mountain Resort get each year?
Powder King Mountain Resort averages around 492 inches (1250 cm) of snowfall per season.
