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Mountain Statistics
Red Mountain Resort has been named one of the Top Ten Resorts of NorthAmerica by Forbes Magazine, and is quickly becoming one of North America’s most sought-after mountain destinations.
Red is only a ten minutes drive north of the Canada/US Border, a 2.5 hourdrive from Spokane International Airport (Washington state) and 3.5 hour drive from Kelowna International Airport. Red is easily accessible from major airports from both Canada and the United States. The regional airports of Trail– a 20 minute drive, and Castlegar –a 30 minute drive also serve the mountain.
At Red, visitors can choose from 88 runsspread across two stellar mountainsthat feature everything from wide-open groomers to steep, powder-filled glades. With more than 1,685 skiable acres and 880 meters (2,919 feet) of vertical terrain serviced by 6 total lifts, there is a lot to explore at Red. The abundant snow, friendly staff and locals, and the short lift lines are just a few reasons why guests fall in love with Red.
Ski Canada has once again placed Red Mountain Resort’s trees, steeps and powder amongst the best in Canada. Along with this, Red’s Silverlode and Paradise areas offer plenty of wide-open groomed runs for beginner and intermediate skiers and snowboarders.
The Hard Numbers
Statistics
| Location | Rossland, B.C. |
|---|---|
| Vertical Drop | 890m |
| Total Size | 4,200 acres |
| Lift Serviced | 1,685 acres |
| Number of Marked Runs | 88 |
| Number of Lifts | 6 |
| Longest Run | 7km |
| % Beginner | 15% |
| % Intermediate | 40% |
| % Advanced | 45% |
| Avg. Snowfall | 750cm |
| Base Elevation | 1185m |
| Summit Elevation | 2075m |
| Average Winter Temp | -4°C |
