RED Mountain Resort

Steep glades on five peaks above historic Rossland.

RED spreads 3,850 acres across five peaks above Rossland, a small gold-rush town just north of the US border. It’s known for steep, fall-line tree skiing, an unpretentious feel and Rafters, a legendary après bar in the old day lodge. Best for intermediate-plus skiers who love trees and short lift lines.

The mountain

Vertical drop

2,919 ft

Summit

6,807 ft

Skiable terrain

3,850 acres

Trails

111

Lifts

8

Average snowfall

300″ a year

Longest run

4.3 mi

Terrain mix

• Beginner 17%
• Intermediate 34%
• Advanced 49%

What’s here besides skiing

• Night skiing
• Terrain park
• Cat skiing
• Cross-country
• Spa
• Nightlife
• Kids programs

Holidays and events

2026–27 dates where they’re posted. “Usually” means the date follows past years. Confirm before you go.

• New Year’sDec 31, 8:30 pm (annual)Usually

  New Year’s Eve Fireworks

  Family fireworks at the base with fire pits, free hot chocolate and s’mores, and late shuttle buses back to town.

• Opening dayDec 12 (tentative)

  Opening Day

  Tentative start of the 2026-27 winter, conditions permitting.

• FestivalLate January, Thu–Sun (annual)Usually

  Rossland Winter Carnival

  Canada’s oldest winter carnival: bobsled races down Spokane Street, parades, an ice palace, hockey and the Blizzard Music Fest.

• Pond skimSaturday before closing (annual)Usually

  Slush Cup

  RED’s pond skim: costumes, crashes and prizes, with a deck party after. Closing day follows with a retro-themed deck party.

Where to stay

• ski-in/ski-outThe Josie Hotel

  Award-winning 106-room boutique hotel with true ski-in/ski-out access, cedar saunas, ski valet, a restaurant and a small spa.

  Slopeside
• condoSlalom Creek

  Multi-bedroom condos on the hill with private hot tubs, full kitchens, gas fireplaces and in-unit laundry.

  Slopeside
• condoThe Crescent

  RED’s newest building: modern studios, lofts and one-bedrooms with kitchens and door-front ski lockers.

  Base village
• hostelNowhere Special Lodge

  Fuss-free crew-style rooms for 2 to 10 people, with a shared kitchen and lounge, two minutes from the lift.

  2 min walk

Rates are typical winter lows before taxes and fees, and change constantly. Book on the property’s own site.

Things to do

• Big Red Cats · Next to the base

  One of the world’s largest cat-skiing operations, based next to the base area, with 8–14 runs a day on nearly 20,000 acres.

• Mt. Kirkup Cat · On the mountain

  Pay-per-run snowcat from the top of Grey Mountain to in-bounds powder on Mt. Kirkup, Fri–Sun from mid-January. No guide or avalanche gear needed.

• Night skiing at RED · At the base

  The T-Bar and Magic Carpet run under lights Thursday to Saturday, 5–8 pm, once there is enough snow.

• Black Jack Ski Club · 2 min drive

  About 40 km of groomed classic and skate trails, 2.5 km lit for night skiing, plus warming cabins and rentals.

• Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre · 5 min drive

  Gold-rush mining history and the town’s visitor centre.

Après and nightlife

• Rafters

  Third floor of the day lodge: old mine timbers, walls of ski lore, BC craft beer, Caesars, nachos and live bands. Kid-friendly too.

• The Flying Steamshovel

  Gastropub and small inn in downtown Rossland.

• Rossland Beer Company

  Small-batch brewery and taproom in town.

Getting there

• Spokane International (GEG) · about 2 hr 30 min drive
• Spokane · about 2.5 hr
• Vancouver · about 7 hr

Directions in Google Maps