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PANORAMA

📍Panorama, British Columbia, Canada

🏞️ Scenic Cruiser👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Cruiser💎 Hidden Gem7 Days on Ikon☀️ Year-round destination

Photo: PanoramaMountainResort · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo details

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Vertical drop
4,265 ft
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Skiable terrain
2,975 acres
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Avg snowfall
204 in
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Lifts
10

Panorama Ski & Ride School

Panorama Base (earlier listing; confirm the current lesson meeting point)

Ski LessonsSnowboard Lessons

Panorama Ski + Ride School lists adult and youth groups, child groups, private lessons, multiweek programs and specialty camps. Pano Rippers introduces ages 6–12 to freeride skiing and snowboarding through a multiweek group program.

Why we like it

Use the ski and snowboard ability matrix to choose your level, then compare a single lesson with a program that builds over repeated visits. Confirm lift access and the meeting point for your selected product before booking.

Best for:

Group or private lessonsChildren’s progressionIntermediate progression
Programs & instructor details

PanoKids ages 6-12 · earlier listing, current details to confirm

Free lift tickets ages 5 & under · earlier listing, current details to confirm

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, description, recommendation details, website, phone, ski lessons, snowboard lessons.

Without current field-level confirmation: location, PanoKids ages 6 12, Free lift tickets ages 5 & under.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-29

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-28

Visit Website(250) 341-4240

Mountain Outfitters

Mountain Outfitters, Panorama Mountain Resort

Rentals

Mountain Outfitters rents ski and snowboard equipment steps from Panorama’s slopes. Ski packages include skis, poles and boots, with helmets in children’s packages; helmets are separate for ages 13+. Half-day rentals begin at noon.

Why we like it

Book at least 48 hours ahead for the published advance discount, but collect and fit the gear on your rental day. Multiday rentals must be consecutive, so plan rest days before choosing the package.

Best for:

Slopeside pickupFamiliesHalf-day and multiday planning
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, rentals.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-28

Visit Website

Panorama Nordic Centre

Panorama Nordic Centre at Greywolf

Rentals

The official Panorama rental directory lists cross-country ski rentals as available daily during winter at the Panorama Nordic Centre and separately lists fat-bike rentals from the same centre at Greywolf.

Why we like it

Trade an alpine day for cross-country skiing or a fat-bike outing from Greywolf. Both rental choices are based at the Nordic Centre, so you can plan the pickup around your activity.

Best for:

Cross-country ski rentalsFat-bike rentalsGreywolf pickup
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, rentals.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Visit Website
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Pro Tip: Book Early

Lessons and rentals at popular resorts often book up quickly, especially during peak season and holidays. We recommend booking at least 1–2 weeks in advance to secure your preferred times.

Sources & planning context

Other names · Panorama Mountain Resort

Compare the kind of instruction or equipment you need. The provider can match your ability, age and dates to a current program.

Typically early December to early April

A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.

Official schedules & conditions ↗
Schedule source ↗Official resort ↗
Official website
https://www.panoramaresort.com/
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Vertical drop (ft)
4265
Source ↗ · Oct 21, 2026
Base elevation (ft)
3773
Source ↗ · Oct 21, 2026
Summit elevation (ft)
8038
Source ↗ · Oct 21, 2026
Skiable area (acres)
2975
Source ↗ · Oct 21, 2026
Reported average snowfall (in)
204
Source ↗ · Oct 21, 2026
Lifts
10
Source ↗ · Oct 21, 2026
terrain · beginner
15
Source ↗ · Oct 21, 2026
terrain · intermediate
35
Source ↗ · Oct 21, 2026
terrain · advanced
20
Source ↗ · Oct 21, 2026
terrain · expert
30
Source ↗ · Oct 21, 2026
Published opening time
09:00
Source ↗ · Oct 21, 2026
Published closing time
16:00
Source ↗ · Oct 21, 2026
Summer and winter destination
Yes
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Beyond winter
Downhill mountain biking; Mountain coaster and ropes course; Sightseeing chairlift rides; Hiking and golf.
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Summer visit planning
Bike trails include substantial intermediate and expert terrain.
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Runs
136
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Pet policy
Panorama’s published accommodation terms do not allow pets in resort-managed accommodation, including Panorama Springs Lodge. If travelling with a pet, ask the manager of your chosen property about its policy before booking. Confirm trail access separately; lodging terms do not establish permission on mountain trails.
Source ↗ · Oct 29, 2026

Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.

Travel guidance source ↗ · reviewed October 29, 2026; the guide uses broad planning advice

Panorama’s 2026/27 mountain statistics list 136 trails. The lift count excludes its two snowcat shuttles; check the current trail map when planning how to explore the terrain.

  • Panorama Mountain Resort — official hours information ↗

    See the verified facts and dates listed above.

  • Panorama — Mountain Stats ↗

    Panorama’s 2026/2027 mountain stats publish 136 named trails.

  • Panorama Mountain Resort — official homepage ↗

    See the verified facts and dates listed above.

  • Ikon Pass — 26/27 opening and closing dates (updated September 29, 2026) ↗

    Partner schedule index. The Canadian guide presents typical seasons; current operation follows each mountain’s own schedule.

  • What's your Summer Adventure type? ↗

    Downhill mountain biking; Mountain coaster and ropes course; Sightseeing chairlift rides; Hiking and golf.

  • Panorama Springs Lodge — accommodation terms ↗

    Current property facilities, booking conditions and no-pets policy for resort-managed accommodation.

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