Alpine Information
Vancouver Island's Coastal Playground.
Mount Washington has grown to be one of Canada's most beloved local resorts for skiing and snowboarding. For the record snowfall, the amazing people, and the unmatched alpine to ocean scenery. With a summit elevation perched above the nearby Salish Sea, the resort offers 1,700 acres of ski terrain with 1,657 feet of vertical rise, and a historical snowfall average of approximately 11 metres (457 inches) of snow each year; one of the highest snow averages of any ski area in North America.
Experience the wonder of Mount Washington's summer playground. The Bike Park is the place to be for lift-accessed adrenalin-fueled riding. Enjoy with your whole family! Get pumped up at The Bike Park! Jump, flow, ride, smile and selfie - this is the place to experience the mountain sans ski with your household this summer.
Mount Washington offers ski or snowboard lessons, packages, and equipment rentals, to all ages skill levels, or abilities. Save when you plan ahead and purchase before arriving at the mountain! Many of our Lessons & Programs offer early booking savings.
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Total Bike Trails
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Vertical Metres
The Alpine Lodge
Mount Washington's Hub
The Mount Washington Alpine Lodge is our community hub for all the action. Find public facilities, outdoor BBQ, food and beverage locations, retail stores, guest service locations and our team office all housed under this one roof.
From the main lobby to the Marmots Floor, to the outdoor patio and beyond, navigate your way around the building utilizing signage and a keen sense of adventure; with the Alpine Lodge you'll find something around every corner. Expect lots of stairs throughout the Lodge, with some accessibility improvements coming soon in the future.
Summer Activities
Eagles Flight ZipTour
Zip Lining at Mt Washington
Now is the time to take flight. Unfold your wings and soar through the treetops on Mt. Washington's most thrilling adventure, the Eagle's Flight ZipTour! Enjoy the rush of freedom as you fly down the face of the mountain reaching breathtaking speeds. Vancouver Island's longest zip line experience offers unbeatable views of the Salish Sea and surrounding communities. This is a must-add adventure for your summer bucket list!
The Bike Park
Lift Accessed Riding
Bike Park Sneak Peek Weekend Late June , 2024!
Purchase single-day tickets or better yet, a season pass, and enjoy access to our Bike Park all summer long. The Mt. Washington Bike Park offers a variety of tech and flow downhill mountain biking trails for all ability levels of riders, including a Skills Park! Visit us here in Vancouver Island's coastal playground for the most lift-accessed gravity-fueled fun you can have on two-wheels. How about another lap?
Cross Country
XC Riding at Mt Washington
If your not afraid to pedal, we have a small network of enduro and XC riding available at Mt Washington. Enjoy our alpine to rainforest, loamy turns, rock rolls, waterfalls, and epic views of the Strathcona Park and mountain range. Alternatively, take some lessons at our Bike School and learn to ride park.
Summer Scenic
Chairlift Rides
Breathtaking mountain scenery with views of the Salish Sea, nearby neighbouring mountain ranges, alpine wildflowers, native trees, and local wildlife are some of the sights to enjoy on a scenic chairlift ride. Live like a local while exploring the great outdoors of Mount Washington and Strathcona Provincial Park.
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Alpine Hiking
at Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Go hiking in the alpine at Mount Washington Alpine Resort or in our neighbouring Strathcona Provinical Park. Live like a local while exploring the great outdoors of Mount Washington and Strathcona Provincial Park.
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Summer Events
at Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Mount Washington is the place to be this summer, this is where you can enjoy outdoor events with your family and friends. Come and join us for some great on-hill events like our Thursday Night Race Series, contests, bike jams, virtual contests, family apres, and more.
Summer Events
Eagle View Courtyard BBQ
at Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Enjoy the outdoor courtyard BBQ all summer long. Eagle View Bistro's patio offers a variety of shady and sunny seating as well as a grassy area with picnic tables, perfect for relaxing summer days no matter your lounging style. Here at Mt. Washington, we strive to offer fresh, local ingredients for our in-house-made delights. From locally roasted organic coffees, Vancouver Island craft beer, and small batch spirits to our famous fries, you’ll never leave hungry. Join us this summer for apres and a hearty meal after your activities, or simply take in the views with a refreshing cocktail.
Courtyard BBQ
Disc Golf
Alpine Course Map
From the top of Eagle Chair, purchase Scenic Chairlift Access or ride free as a Mountain Pass Holder. 11 Hole Black Diamond course for advanced players leads you down to the Whiskey Jack Chair & 7 Hole Blue course for novice players stays higher up the mountain for an easier hike. Steep rocky gradients on ski runs, spotter recommended on downhill holes. Click to view scorecards and the course map on the UDisc website or mobile app. Discs can be rented or purchased from Outdoor Elements retail store.
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Flora & Fauna
at Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Vancouver Island’s separation from mainland British Columbia by Johnstone and Georgia Straits means that many mammal species common to other parts of the province are not found on the Island. The endangered Vancouver Island Marmot is a creature especially close to our hearts who calls this mountain home.
Flora & Fauna
Relax in the Alpine
at Mount Washington
Enjoy these fun-filled activities for the young and young at heart at Mount Washington. Enjoy a round of disc golf, or go hiking in the neighbouring Strathcona Provinical Park. Live like a local while exploring the great outdoors of Mount Washington and Strathcona Provincial Park.
Alpine ActivitiesBike School
For All Riders
Discover Mountain Biking
Whether you're looking for an introductory, group, private, or package lesson, we have something tailored to fit the needs of all downhill mountain bike riders looking to get a taste of the Bike Park. If you’re comfortable riding a bike on pavement, we’ll have you loving our easy cruising trails and learning areas in no time!
Lessons & RentalsCALENDAR OF EVENTS
From first chair to last call, the mountain adventures are endless.
Summer offers an enjoyable lineup of outdoor events here in the mountains to enjoy with your family and friends. The calendar is full of downhill and enduro bike races, community meet-ups, our outdoor concert series Music in the Mountains, and so much more summertime fun to fuel your adventures. The annual favourite, Stevie Smith Memorial BC Cup, draws visitors and athletes here to Vancouver Island from all over.
The BC Seafood Festival found its new home here at Mt. Washington, and throughout June and September, we have a jam-packed calendar of events and activities to keep the whole family entertained throughout the sunny season.
The BC Seafood Festival found its new home here at Mt. Washington, and throughout June and September, we have a jam-packed calendar of events and activities to keep the whole family entertained throughout the sunny season.
Events take a village, and we enjoy partnering with local businesses in our community in conjunction with the support of our wonderful corporate sponsors to make it all happen. Do you want to discuss an opportunity? Our team is excited about the prospect of working together to bring your mountain event ideas to life.
For partnership and sponsor opportunities, contact our team via email to events@mountwashington.ca to learn more about how your brand can get involved!
Our Event Volunteer committee will be open soon for the 2024/25 winter season. Thank you to all of our lovely volunteers for their support in making the fun happen!
For partnership and sponsor opportunities, contact our team via email to events@mountwashington.ca to learn more about how your brand can get involved!
Our Event Volunteer committee will be open soon for the 2024/25 winter season. Thank you to all of our lovely volunteers for their support in making the fun happen!
Mount Washington Alpine Resort's core values include passion, teamwork, and FUN! Combined with the incredible snowfall, spectacular scenery, and rad community members for a magical event atmosphere and experiences you'll want to be part of.
There is no shortage of events in our winter calendar, with weekly recurring favourites like Music Bingo, Snowshoe Fondue, and live music entertainment from après until late to keep you dancing in your ski boots. Plus, plenty of holiday celebrations, a 2SLGBTQ+ Pride day, a BC Timber Tour competition, and of course, season-closer favourites the Slush Cup - just to name a few! Stay tuned for all event details to be added as our winter season approaches.
There is no shortage of events in our winter calendar, with weekly recurring favourites like Music Bingo, Snowshoe Fondue, and live music entertainment from après until late to keep you dancing in your ski boots. Plus, plenty of holiday celebrations, a 2SLGBTQ+ Pride day, a BC Timber Tour competition, and of course, season-closer favourites the Slush Cup - just to name a few! Stay tuned for all event details to be added as our winter season approaches.
Events
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Summer Stokefest Mountain Bike Festival (May 10, 2024 3:00pm) -
Elevate Wellness Weekend - Early Bird Discounts until May 13th (May 31, 2024 9:00am) -
BC Seafood Festival at Mt Washington (June 21, 2024 9:00am) -
Ladies DH Weekend Camp (July 27, 2024 9:00am)
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