SHAMES MOUNTAIN
đź“ŤTerrace, British Columbia, Canada
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- Vertical drop
- 1,600 ft
- Skiable terrain
- 141 acres
- Avg snowfall
- 480 in
- Lifts
- 3
THE VIBE
Shames Mountain is BC's best-kept secret and Canada's first non-profit community ski co-operative. With 475 inches of annual snowfall and a passionate local community, this tiny hill punches far above its weight. The 7,800 acres of surrounding backcountry terrain makes this a touring destination, and the Indy Pass partnership brings more visitors to one of North America's snowiest ski areas.
Best For
- âś“Powder seekers
- âś“Community-minded skiers
- âś“Backcountry tourers
- âś“Budget travelers
Skip If
- âś—You need lots of lifts
- âś—You want daily operations
- âś—You seek extensive groomed terrain
TERRAIN INTELLIGENCE
Regional snowpack via Ventusky
Approximate trail mix.
Difficulty Split
Mountain specs
Prepared runs and carving terrain. A higher score means groomed cruising is a more defining part of the mountain.
Resort-reported snow
BASE TRACKER
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SEASON PLANNING
Typically late December to late March
A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.
Official schedules & conditions ↗MUST-SKI RUNS
Outer Limits
Steepest inbounds terrain with excellent tree skiing
Mainline
The classic cruiser that showcases Shames' famous powder
Nordic Bowl
Open alpine terrain when conditions allow