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Mt. Washington ski resort, Canada (North America) — luxury alpine destination — Mountain views, ski slopes, and alpine landscape
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Mt. Washington

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Resort Guide

Mt. Washington Alpine Resort is located on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada, offering over 1,700 acres of skiable terrain and a vertical drop of 505 meters. The resort features a variety of runs for all abilities, a family-friendly atmosphere, and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding mountains. Key amenities include a modern alpine village, equipment rentals, ski and snowboard lessons, and a dedicated Nordic center for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Mt. Washington stands out for its abundant snowfall, diverse terrain, and unique island setting.

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Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

RegionNorth America
CountryCanada
Base Elevation1,084m
Summit Elevation1,589m
Vertical Drop505m
Skiable Acres1,700
Total Runs81
Total Lifts9
Annual Snowfall354 inches / 899 cm
Longest Run4 km / 2.5 mi
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Live Conditions

Mt. Washington Webcams

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Mt. Washington

Weather Forecast · 1,084m – 1,589m

Data reported at Mon, Oct 05, 7:04 PM UTC
Last Snowfall
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Closed for the season · reopens Dec 11

SnowSure reports this resort is not operating (out-of-season). SnowSure™ scores below reflect weather and snowpack signals, not open terrain.

Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 05, 7:04 PM UTC
Base
1,084m
Temp
12°C
Wind
4km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
1,337m
Temp
9°C
Wind
4km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
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Summit
1,589m
Temp
9°C
Wind
4km/h
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
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10-Day Forecast
Summit (1,589m) · Updated Mon, Oct 05, 7:04 PM UTC
Today
5
10°
4°
Tue
6
9°
2°
Wed
7
13°
2°
Thu
8
11°
6°
Fri
9
6°
0°
Sat
10
3°
-4°
Sun
11
4°
-5°
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Oct 05, 7:04 PM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+64%
vs 5-Year Avg
762cm avg by now
+115%
vs 30-Year Avg
501cm avg by now
762cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~487.7 cm. That's 36% below the 5-year average (762 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 3% below the 30-year average (501 cm).

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Last synced Mon, Oct 05, 7:04 PM UTC

Avalanche Danger

Avalanche Canada →
Avalanche danger: Early Season
Early Season
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Avalanches hazard may exist where there is snow. Pack a transceiver, shovel, and probe, and factor avalanches into your trip plan. Daily avalanche forecasts will begin November 25 at 4 PM.

Valid until 26 Nov 2026, 00:00 UTC

SnowSure relays the official avalanche bulletin and does not issue avalanche forecasts. Read the full bulletin at the issuer’s link and make your own terrain decisions. Not a substitute for avalanche education, equipment, or local knowledge.

Top Après Ski

Ted’s Bar + Grill – A popular après-ski spot located in the Alpine Lodge at Mt. Washington, Ted’s is known for its cozy atmosphere, local craft beers, hearty comfort food, and live music events, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the slopes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Mt. Washington — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Mt. Washington, Canada.

Visit the Mt. Washington page on LUXSKI for the latest snow conditions updated hourly.

Mt. Washington has 81 runs. and 9 lifts. covering 1700 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 1084m to 1589m. with a vertical drop of 505m. The resort averages 354 inches / 899 cm of snowfall annually..

You can browse and book luxury ski hotels at Mt. Washington directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Mt. Washington destination page to see all available hotels, check real-time room availability and pricing, and book with free cancellation options. You can also contact our concierge team at concierge@lux.ski for personalized trip planning.