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RED MOUNTAIN

📍Rossland, British Columbia, Canada

🌲 Tree Skiing💎 Hidden Gem❄️ Powder Haven7 Days on Ikon☀️ Year-round destination🚐 Van-life Friendly

Photo: Murray Foubister · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Photo details

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Vertical drop
About 3,000 ft
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Skiable terrain
3,850 acres
❄️
Avg snowfall
300 in
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Lifts
8
Hotels & direct contacts ↓

GETTING THERE

Nearest Airports

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YZZ
Trail Regional
About 20–40 minutes
arrival planning
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YLW
Kelowna International
About 3–4 hours
arrival planning

Approximate planning ranges; allow extra time for traffic and winter conditions.

Trail Regional Airport (YZZ) and Castlegar’s West Kootenay Regional Airport (YCG) offer shorter ground journeys; Kelowna and Spokane are longer-transfer alternatives. The resort lists airport-shuttle options as well as driving directions. Reserve the connection that fits your flight and accommodation.

Spokane arrivals involve a border crossing. Use the operator’s route guide and the border agency’s current information when planning your journey, rather than relying on an assumed crossing schedule. Rossland is a useful town base; compare its ski-bus stops with staying beside the lifts.

WHERE TO STAY

Use these picks to compare location, atmosphere and the kind of stay you want. Ask for a total quote for your dates and room, including fees and cancellation terms.

luxury

Premium experiences with exceptional amenities

Luxury$$$$ · earlier budget guide

The Josie Hotel

hotel · Ski-in/ski-out at RED Mountain’s base

Ski valet and a base-area location simplify the morning routine. Compare king and two-queen room choices or choose a suite for extra space, then unwind in the sauna or book a spa treatment.

luxury seekersMarriott Bonvoy membersboutique hotel lovers
💆Spa🎿Ski Storage
Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Hot Tub, Pet Friendly, Shuttle. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Contact the hotel directly

Hotel reservations+1 250-362-5155
Official hotel website & booking ↗

Contact source · checked 2026-10-28

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, spa, ski storage.

Without current field-level confirmation: price guide, hot tub, pet friendly, shuttle service.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-28

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

premium

High-quality stays with great features

Premium

The Constella Cabins

cabin · Ski-in only on the backside of Granite Mountain at RED; access is by chairlift and skis or snowboard

Dinner, heated cabins, private bathrooms and gear storage make an overnight in Paradise Basin unusually comfortable. Check the operator’s booking page for 2026–27 availability.

RED on-mountain cabin staysSmall groups up to fiveTravelers monitoring 2026–27 availability
🎿Ski Storage
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, ski storage.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

moderate

Solid value with good amenities

Moderate$$ · earlier budget guide

The Crescent

condo · Steps from RED Mountain’s base and lifts

Studios and one-bedroom units sleep two to four; lofts accommodate three to six. A gym, shared lounge, co-work area and barbecue terrace add room beyond the condo for a longer ski stay.

digital nomadscouplesthose wanting modern amenities
🍳Kitchen🚐Shuttle🎿Ski Storage
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, kitchen, shuttle service, ski storage.

Without current field-level confirmation: price guide.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-28

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

budget

Affordable options that get the job done

Budget$ · earlier budget guide

Nowhere Special Lodge

lodge · Two-minute walk from RED’s lifts

Choose an ensuite double or family room, a larger bunk room, or the two-person kitchen suite. Gear lockers, laundry and outdoor grills help groups manage the practical side of a ski trip.

budget travelerssolo travelerssocial atmosphere seekers
🍳Kitchen🚐Shuttle🎿Ski Storage
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, kitchen, shuttle service, ski storage.

Without current field-level confirmation: price guide.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-28

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

OVERNIGHT STAYS & CAMPERVANS

RED provides designated winter overnight RV spaces in its lower lot for self-contained vehicles. The sites have no hookups; obtain the resort’s overnight permit and follow its stay limits.

This is a practical option when you can manage water, power and waste independently. Use booked Rossland accommodation if you want indoor facilities and a town base.

Designated stay details ↗

Book a designated overnight place for your vehicle and dates. Day parking does not provide permission to camp.

🐕 PET POLICY

Historical pet-policy guidance.

Dogs not allowed on trails, lifts, or in buildings. Pet-friendly lodging available in Rossland. Excellent dog-friendly Nordic skiing at Black Jack trails.

Confirm rooms, fees and access rules with the property or resort before you travel. A pet-friendly area does not mean pets can use ski slopes or lifts.

Read our pet travel guide →
Sources & planning context

Other names · RED Mountain Resort

Compare the setting and type of stay. Room choice, availability and the total booking price are specific to your dates.

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 ↗
Overnight RV and camper stays
limited
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
RV and camper parking rules
Designated lower-lot winter camping for self-contained RVs. No hookups. Collect a dashboard permit from the attendant after 3 p.m.; first come, first served. Maximum two seven-day stays. General policy checked; not expressly labeled 2026–27.
Source ↗ · Oct 22, 2026
Summer and winter destination
Yes
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Beyond winter
RED Mountain Bike Park and Silverlode scenic chairlift rides.
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Summer visit planning
Bike park riders must be at least 6; ages 6–12 require an adult.
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Official website
https://www.redresort.com
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Skiable area (acres)
3850
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Lifts
8
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Reported average snowfall (in)
300
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Base elevation (ft)
3887
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summit elevation (ft)
6807
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Vertical drop (ft)
About 3000
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026

Historical mountain figures awaiting field-level confirmation: Runs.

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

  • RED Mountain Resort — official homepage ↗

    Current information could not be verified. Check with the resort before making plans.

  • 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.

  • Summer Tickets ↗

    RED Mountain Bike Park and Silverlode scenic chairlift rides.

  • RED Mountain winter RV policy ↗

    Designated lower-lot winter camping for self-contained vehicles; permits and stay limits apply.

  • RED Mountain hours of operation ↗

    The operator lists a tentative 2026-12-12–2027-04-04 winter window.

  • RED Mountain Resort — Maps and Stats ↗

    RED describes nearly 3,000 feet of vertical drop; the value remains explicitly approximate.

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