Kicking Horse is big news and getting bigger. It is North Americas newest resorts and is known as the “Champagne of Powders” with its sparkling, light and desert dry powder snow.
Formally a heli-skiing destination, Kicking Horse Resort boasts 106 runs, 70 inbound chutes, tree-skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling , luxury mountain top dining and 1,260 vertical all within a massive 2,750 acres of pristine terrain. It is a real mountain adventure and has a huge average annual snowfall of 30 feet a year – making it the envy of many neighbouring resorts. If you are looking for an adrenaline – packed skiing with steep ridges, fresh snow, untracked powder, numerous bowls and glades flanking the steep ridges, then Kicking Horse will be your paradise.
Greens and Blues weave their way down from the top of the Golden Eagle Express Gondola providing ample entertainment for beginners. More testing terrain is where it really shines, so if you are an advanced skier, than this is your resort.
Make sure you stop for lunch at the impressive Eagle’s Eye Restaurant - voted one of the best mountain restaurants in North America. Replenish your energy while admiring the stunning views this restaurant has to offer.
Kicking Horse has a abundance of nightlife and offers a fun après-ski atmosphere. The traditional working town of Golden is 15 minutes drive away, where it has a selection of bars, restaurants and supermarkets.
Family needs are even more important with winter holidays when there are differences in ability or interests, Kicking Horse is the perfect vacation to occupy all your needs. Ski Schools are available, lessons specially adapted for even the youngest (kindergarten lessons start from 3 years old). Also available is a kids club, so that your children can be supervised and play while you hit the slopes.
