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Big White, BC
Big White
Statistically the second largest ski resort in British Columbia, the spectacular snow conditions (averaging at twenty four feet over the terrain) Big White presents world class mountain sports, adventures, top notch skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, night activities, incorporated family packages and the enjoyment of simple pleasures, hot tubs, saunas, and massage treats.
Only fifty-six kilometers from the city of Kelowna, the resort backs the Okanagan Valley's famed Monashee mountains. Big White receives positive acclaim in the ‘Best of Skiing in Canada’ awards from Ski Canada Magazine each year. Discover for yourself just what everyone is raving about! Great snow, pipes, bowls, weather conditions and accommodations to meet every distinct taste. All packages, equipment rental, and tours can be arranged when guests arrive.
Want some special winter experiences? Try out the Big White terrain park with tube-shoots for a thrill or just watch the action, enjoy a magical horse drawn carriage rides to dinner, snowshoeing just to get the hang of a former tradition that gets you close to nature, snowmobiling, or why not go for a dog sled ride that whisks you through the back trails laden with snow.
Access to the mountain is simple, direct routes by road out of Kelowna and The Big White Gameboy shuttles run from the Kelowna Airport (December 20 - January 5), which offers flights from various regions of Canada and some USA cities.
Snow report for Big White
Closed (end of season) / Past 48 Hours: 0in. / Slopes, top station: N/A / Base Depth: 0in.
Last update: Thu, 16 May 2013 20:40, provided by www.onthesnow.com
Only fifty-six kilometers from the city of Kelowna, the resort backs the Okanagan Valley's famed Monashee mountains. Big White receives positive acclaim in the ‘Best of Skiing in Canada’ awards from Ski Canada Magazine each year. Discover for yourself just what everyone is raving about! Great snow, pipes, bowls, weather conditions and accommodations to meet every distinct taste. All packages, equipment rental, and tours can be arranged when guests arrive.
Want some special winter experiences? Try out the Big White terrain park with tube-shoots for a thrill or just watch the action, enjoy a magical horse drawn carriage rides to dinner, snowshoeing just to get the hang of a former tradition that gets you close to nature, snowmobiling, or why not go for a dog sled ride that whisks you through the back trails laden with snow.
Access to the mountain is simple, direct routes by road out of Kelowna and The Big White Gameboy shuttles run from the Kelowna Airport (December 20 - January 5), which offers flights from various regions of Canada and some USA cities.
Population: 1,000
Highlights:
Happy Valley Day Lodge
Village Centre Mall
Mega Snow Coaster - North America's Largest resort tubing park
Climate:
Summer average 23 degrees Celsius
Winter average -10 degrees Celsius (varies based on elevation levels)
Snow report for Big WhiteClosed (end of season) / Past 48 Hours: 0in. / Slopes, top station: N/A / Base Depth: 0in.
Last update: Thu, 16 May 2013 20:40, provided by www.onthesnow.com
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