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The 13 Largest Ski Resorts on Earth, Ranked by Size

Two skiers carving a groomed run at Les Trois Vallées, one of the largest ski resorts on Earth, with a vast panorama of snow-covered Alpine peaks behind them

We all know that bigger is better when it comes to ski resorts and many other things. In the USA, a biggest ski resort is Big Sky and it’s 5,800 acres. There are ski resorts in the Alps that make Big Sky look like a kiddie hill. So, where are the biggest ski resorts on Earth? Mostly in the Alps, it’s true, but there are a couple others outside of the Alps in North America. If you’re a true ski freak […]
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The 15 Ski Resorts With the Deepest Snowpacks in North America Right Now

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April 1 is traditionally the peak of the North American snowpack. After months of storms, mountains typically hold the most water before spring melt begins. Water managers, hydrologists, and ski resorts use this date as a benchmark. The Sierra Nevada’s largest snow-producing months are from December to March, so April 1 has long been the recognized peak of snow accumulation, […]
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Massive Rockslide Strikes Inbounds at Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Closing Peak Zone

A large rockslide struck near the summit of Whistler Peak, British Columbia, early Thursday morning, forcing part of Whistler Blackcomb to close while crews assess the situation. The slide occurred before the resort opened on March 12, and the resort confirmed no one was in the area at the time and no injuries were reported. Resort staff quickly closed the […]
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78-Year-Old Skier Found Dead Beyond Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Boundary After Going Missing February 28

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Search-and-rescue crews recovered the body of a 78-year-old Vancouver man on March 5 after he was reported missing at Whistler Blackcomb, in British Columbia, on February 28, authorities confirmed Wednesday. The man was found on the south side of Piccolo Peak at roughly 5,250 feet (1,600 metres) elevation in what Whistler Search and Rescue president Brad Sills described as “steep, […]
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2 Guests Involved in Inbounds Avalanche at Whistler Blackcomb, BC

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Two guests at Whistler Blackcomb narrowly avoided injury in an inbounds avalanche on February 2. The incident took place in the Saudan Couloir, an ‘experts-only’ run, on Blackcomb Mountain known for its steep pitch and demanding terrain. This avalanche highlights the persistent risks present in steep, high-alpine terrain even within resort boundaries. At approximately 12:11 p.m., Blackcomb Ski Patrol received […]
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World Ski & Snowboard Festival Returns to Whistler, BC, to Celebrate 30 Years of Mountain Culture

This spring, the World Ski & Snowboard Festival (WSSF) returns to Whistler, British Columbia, to celebrate a milestone thirty years in the making. Running April 6–12, 2026, the 30th edition of WSSF brings together athletes, artists, musicians, filmmakers, and the local community for a week-long celebration of mountain culture, creativity, and connection. Founded in 1996, WSSF grew alongside a generation […]
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Inside the Culture, Scale, and Operations of North America’s Biggest Resort with Whistler Blackcomb COO Belinda Trembath

High above Whistler Village, Whistler Blackcomb COO Belinda Trembath, spent part of her workday the same way she does when time allows during the winter: on skis, moving through lift lines, greeting employees by name, and solving problems in real time. Known simply as “BT” to just about everyone on the mountain, from frontline staff to long-time locals and first-time guests, […]
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The 23 North American Resorts That Have Already Received Over 100 Inches of Snowfall This Season

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The story of this year’s North American snowfall has been a dramatic tale of boom or bust. Areas like the powder highway in British Columbia are enjoying an early-season boom, with several resorts reporting higher-than-average snowfall. On the other hand, regions in the American Pacific Northwest have had a less-than-stellar start. But PNW skiers, do not fret: 3-6 feet of […]
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Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Plans to Replace Showcase T-Bar Lift with Fixed-Grip Quad Chairlift in 2026

Whistler Blackcomb, BC, plans to replace its Showcase T-Bar lift with a fixed-grip quad chairlift, which will provide more consistent and improved access to the Blackcomb Glacier, which offers 215 acres of exceptional terrain. It’s part of Vail Resorts’ capital investment plan for the calendar year 2026, in which the company plans to invest approximately $215 to $220 million in […]
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Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Introduces 7 Wonder Routes for the 2025-26 Season

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Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia, is introducing the Wonder Routes for the 2025-26 season, featuring seven new, curated trail networks designed to showcase terrain for all skill levels. Whistler Blackcomb is North America’s largest ski resort, offering year-round adventure for all ages and skill levels. It has plenty of terrain for those in search of powder, glades, groomers, and everything anyone […]
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[TRAILER] SnowBrains’ First Ski Film, 300, Will Be Part of Official Selection for iF3 Ski Movie Awards

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SnowBrains is stoked to announce that 300 is a part of the official selection for the iF3 Film Awards. iF3 (International Freesports Film Festival) is one of the leading ski film festivals on the planet, with ESPN describing it as “The Cannes of the ski world.” With events in Whistler, BC, Chamonix, France, Montreal, QC, and Ski Mont Blanc, QC, […]
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Best Ski Towns in North America to Visit if You’re Not Skiing or Snowboarding

Ski towns across North America offer a large variety of activities off the slopes. From fine dining and nightlife to spas, festivals, and art galleries, and everything in between, both the U.S. and Canada’s ski towns offer a little something for everyone. Some towns, however, pull well above their weight in off-slope activities year-round. From coast to coast, the continent […]
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Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Closes Summer Skiing Operations Indefinitely—Is this the End of Summer Skiing on the Horstman Glacier?

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One of North America’s most iconic summer ski destinations has pulled the plug. Whistler Blackcomb has confirmed it will suspend summer skiing on the Horstman Glacier indefinitely, bringing an end to a decades-long tradition that once attracted Olympians, coaches, and aspiring athletes from across the globe. The decision was first reported by Momentum Ski Camps, a longtime glacier-based program, and […]
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Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Reveals Plans to Build 1,700 Foot-Long Lift-Accessed Skate Park on Upper Whistler Mountain

Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia, renowned for its world-class ski terrain and breathtaking mountain scenery, is taking a bold step to redefine its summer offerings. In response to the indefinite closure of summer skiing on the Horstman Glacier, the resort has announced the construction of a massive lift-accessed skate park on the upper slopes of Whistler Mountain. This groundbreaking project, set […]
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Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Suspends Summer Ski Camps Indefinitely Due to Glacial Recession

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Summer camps on the Horstman Glacier at Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia, have long been indispensable for anyone who wants to ski and ride in the summer. Located high on Blackcomb Peak, the glacier typically opens from early June to mid-July for freestyle and race camps. It is one of only a few places in North America where you can ski and ride […]
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