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Winter: First Time Visitor Guide
Welcome!
Panorama is a special place that takes year-round outdoor adventure seriously. Surrounded by the beauty of the Purcell Mountains, with views of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, Panorama boasts four seasons of adventure. Accompanied by an intimate village of eateries, accommodation, retail, and services to relax and escape, this is what Pure Canada is made of.
Your trail starts here!
Getting Here is Easy
Panorama is accessible from several routes, all of which are through some of the most scenic roads in the country!
Road Access
From the USA
The two closest border crossings to Panorama are:
- Roosville (Montana), approximately 2.5 hours from Panorama
- Eastport (Idaho), approximately 2 hours & 45 minutes from Panorama.
Both of these borders are approximately 145 Miles / 235 KM from Panorama.
From Calgary
Calgary is the nearest major city, which is a 3.5 hour drive away through Kootenay National Park and Banff National Park. Access to Panorama is west on highway 1. Turn south on highway 93 through Radium Hot Springs and onwards to Invermere, British Columbia. From Invermere, a quick 20 minute drive follows to Panorama Resort.
Air Access
Calgary International Airport (YYC) is the most common access point to panorama via air. During winter, daily shuttles connect YYC to Panorama and can also stop in Banff.
Panorama Highlights
It's Pure Canada
Ski-in/Ski-out Lodging – Easy access to the slopes, right from your door.
Diverse Terrain – Runs for all levels, from beginner areas to thrilling backcountry.
Slope-side Hot Pools – Relax with stunning mountain views after a day on the slopes.
Mountain Huts & Dining – Cozy spots to grab a bite, with beautiful scenery all around.
Expert Lessons – Skill-building sessions from experienced instructors for all abilities.
Weekly Activities & Events – Live music, après-ski vibes, and plenty of things to do off the slopes.
Scenic Views – Gorgeous vistas of the Purcell and Rocky Mountains that will take your breath away.
Small Town Charm
It doesn’t take long to fall in love with the charm of our small mountain town. Panorama has been a cornerstone of the Columbia Valley’s ski scene since 1962, helping shape the region’s deep connection to winter. At Panorama, you’ll find endless opportunities for skiing, snowboarding, Nordic trails, fat biking, and snowshoeing.
Just a short drive to nearby Invermere, you can skate on the world-record skate trail on Lake Windermere—the longest ice track in the world, browse among many artisan shops, find local products and many stunning art galleries. There are parks, trails, dog parks, lakeside beaches, and nearly every outdoor activity you could dream of. Invermere and Panorama sit in the heart of the Columbia Valley, which spans approximately 100 km between the Canadian Rocky Mountains and The Purcell Mountain range, with stunning landscape of mountains, lakes, wetlands, and forests.
Live like a Panorama Local
Winter Itineraries
There are so many ways to spend your winter holiday here! Perhaps you're visiting for a quick weekend getaway, staying for a week, or really getting settled for 2-weeks or more. Here are some ways of getting the most out of your holiday, and enjoying the mountains the way locals do!
Panorama Mountain Stats
By the Numbers
- 2025/2026 Winter Season: Winter Season: December 5, 2025 - April 12, 2026
- Operating hours: 9 AM - 4 PM
- Vertical Drop: 1300m / 4265 ft
- Base Elevation: 1150m / 3773 ft
- Summit Elevation: 2450m / 8038 ft
- Terrain: 2975 patrolled acres
- Average Snowfall: 520 cm / 204 inches
- Snowmaking: 40% of main named runs
- Trails: 135 named trails
- Terrain:
- 15% Beginner (Green Circle - Easier)
- 35% Intermediate (Blue Square - More Difficult)
- 20% Advanced (Black Diamond - Most Difficult)
- 30% Expert (Double Black Diamond - Expert Only)
- Uphill Capacity: 8500 skiers per hour
- Longest Run: 6.5 km (located in Taynton Bowl)
- Lift System: 10 lifts & 2 alpine snowcat shuttles (1 Village Gondola, 2 Express Quad Chairs, 2 Quad Chairs, 1 Triple Chair, 1 Double Chair, 1 Platter, 2 Carpet lifts & 2 Monster X)
- Average Winter Temperature: -5C / 25F
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