Pre-Heli in Kicking Horse
Kicking Horse Ski Resort inspires a new level of enthusiasm in skiers and boarders of all abilities and is a popular ski resort among ski-bums. Fly through 2600 acres of light, sparkling Champagne Powder in the recently expanded and enhanced skiing area and lifts.
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort has attracted rave reviews after just a few seasons of opening up this awesome vertical, deep powder and spectacular mix of terrain. The onmountain village is growing at a steady pace and the all round experience just keeps on getting better. This multi award winning resort is already legendary for it’s ski terrain which offers:
- Wide open bowls with runs for all levels
- Long steep thigh burning runs
- Powder stashed tree skiing
- Double blacks…… if you dare
- Canada’s Highest mountain Restaurant
- 4133ft of vertical with no crowds
web site www.kickinghorseresort.com
Mountain Statistics
- Season December to April
- Snowfall Average 6m
- Summit Elevation 2,450m
- Base Elevation 1,190m
- Vertical Altitude 1,260m
- Terrain Area 2,750 acres
- Trails 106
- Lifts 5
- Lift Capacity 28,000 riders/hour
- Beginner 20%
- Intermediate 20%
- Advanced 60%
Getting there
Closest International Airport: Calgary – 270km
Transfer from Calgary: Approx 2 1/2 hours
Private transfer Calgary – Kicking Horse (3.5 hours) approx. CAD 665, 1-3 persons.
Hotel
Vagabond Lodge is a charming and comfortable boutique hotel with 10 rooms. The hotel is newly built and has a very familiar feel to it. From CAD 110 per person sharing double room per night, breakfast, lunch and taxes included.
Copper Horse Lodge is located next door to Vagabond lodge, thus also very close to the gondola. This boutique mountain lodge offers 10 stylish and modern rooms and has a guest lounge area with wood-burning fireplace and a restaurant on-site, outdoor hot tub and sauna. From CAD 110 per person sharing double room per night, breakfast and taxes included.
