Monster X

NEW: An easier way to access our monstrous terrain

Not into hiking with your ski gear? Good news. We are now offering comfy snowcat shuttle rides on Saturdays, Sundays and additional special dates!

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Meet Monster X, a beastly snowcat that's roomy enough to take a dozen powder hunters to the furthest reaches of our biggest terrain.

The Monster terrain boasts nine double-black diamond lines. Wild things find their happy place here, amongst the steeps, open faces and seemingly endless glades.

Now, don't make the mistake of thinking that this is a guided cat-skiing experience. It's not. Instead think of Monster X like a really cool shuttle service to some awesome, big mountain terrain that you'll want to lap again and again, and Monster X makes that way easier.

Operating hours & dates

Conditions permitting, Monster X operates Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays between 10am - 3:30pm January through March and additional special dates throughout the season. Monster X may be delayed or may not operate due to snow safety work in Taynton Bowl. Please see the trail report for what terrain is currently open.

Monster X tickets & passes

Tickets are needed to ride Monster X and must be purchased in advance from Guest Services in Ski Tip Lodge. You have the option of single ride, a four pack of single rides, or a season pass. A valid lift ticket or pass for the day is also required. This is not a guided cat-skiing experience.

Monster X season passes, packs and tickets are currently unavailable. Check back in October for more information on the coming season.

Note: This is not a ski pass or lift ticket, it is snowcat transportation only. A valid lift ticket or pass for the day is also required. Please also note that the Monster X program is not a guided cat ski experience. Think of it as a cool new ski lift that happens to have tracks that gives access to some awesome terrain. Unlimited Individual Season Passes are not transferable, shareable nor refundable. Monster X Cat Season Passholders will be identified by a unique hologram sticker affixed to their Season Pass which changes each year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Monster X fully guided cat-skiing?

No, Monster X is more like a shuttle service. It transports guests out to our furthest terrain on the Eastern side of Taynton Bowl. Our staff are happy to give you some info and pointers about the terrain out there but they aren't guides. You're on your own once Monster X drops you off.
Is a lift ticket included in my Monster X ticket or pass?

A Monster X ticket or pass is just to ride the snowcat. You will also need a valid lift ticket or pass to be able to access the slopes.
Where does Monster X pick up and drop off?

The pick up for Monster X is at Kinbasket in Taynton Bowl. To reach the pick up point you will have a walk/ski along Outback Ridge for around 20-30 minutes. Outback Ridge starts at the summit of Panorama. To access the summit you will take three chairlifts. From the village to the Monster X pick up location please allow yourself 40-50 minutes.
The drop off point for Monster X is at the top of the Goldie Plateau. It is around a 10 minute ride from the pick up to the drop point.
What runs does Monster X access?
Monster X cycles from the Never Never Land entrance on Outback Ridge to the highest point on Goldie Plateau. A one-way trip takes about 10 minutes.
- The Monster
- Spectre
- Get Out!
- Ridgeback
- Jekyll & Hyde
From the village to the drop of point on Goldie Plateau allow yourself about an hour. To get back to the village from Goldie Plateau will take roughly 45 minutes depending on the run you choose and how confident a skier or snowboarder you are.
Can you access the terrain by foot?

Yes, you are welcome to hike or ski tour out to the terrain that Monster X accesses. There is no cost for this but you do still need to have a valid lift ticket. Please at all times be aware of the snowcat as it passes you and give it plenty of room to easily get by you.
What happens if I don't use my Monster X ticket?

Your Monster X single ride or 4 pack tickets are valid for the entire season and are transferable (season passes are not transferable). If you don't use your ticket on the day you anticipated just keep it for another day.
Is there a minimum age limit to ride Monster X?

The minimum age for a Monster X ticket is 6 years. The terrain Monster X accesses is for expert skiers only. It is big, steep and predominantly gladed terrain with hazards like cliffs and drops. You need to be strong and confident riding this terrain before you venture out on Monster X.
You can practice in the nearer side of Taynton Bowl to gain confidence in this terrain before venturing out to the Monster runs.