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Big White Ski Resort

ski resort5315 Big White Road, Big White Mountain, BC V1P 1T4

Overview

A location near Kelowna where golden larches can be spotted on the way up.

Quick Facts

Type
ski resort
Coordinates
49.7379, -118.9459

What you can do here

  • Hiking
  • Skiing
  • Sightseeing
  • Skating
  • mountain biking

Some of these are offered by Big White Ski Resort, which operates this place.

Good to know

Hours & season

From Big White Ski Resort, which operates this place

Operating season — Open daily until early April.

Fees & reservations

From Big White Ski Resort, which operates this place

Last Scenic Chairlift tickets sold — 4:00pm Thursday, Saturday, Sunday & Holiday Monday

Last Scenic Chairlift tickets sold — 6:00pm on Fridays.

Permit Costs — Overnight Parking: $25 per night, per vehicle (no trailers allowed). Weekly Parking: $125 per week, per vehicle (no trailers or RVs/campers allowed). RV/Camper Parking: $50 per night, per RV/camper (maximum of 7 nights per season).

Online ticket purchase — Purchase online at any time and get a discount compared to window pricing.

In-person ticket sales location — Village Centre Mall Ticket Office.

Non-transferable tickets — Tickets are non-transferable.

Full day ticket prices (Adult) — $124 Save $35 $159 | $139 Save $35 $174 | $189 Save $50 $239

Full day ticket prices (Youth/Senior) — $104 Save $25 $129 | $119 Save $30 $149 | $159 Save $40 $199

Full day ticket prices (Child) — $84 Save $20 $104 | $94 Save $25 $119 | $129 Save $35 $164

Beginner lift ticket price — $29

Night ticket prices (Adult) — $30 Save $10 $40

Night ticket prices (Youth/Senior/Child) — $22.50 Save $7.50 $30

Card fee — $10 CARD FEE (Does not apply to Tot or Reloaded Tickets)

Ticket pricing currency — Prices shown are in CAD per lift ticket and do not include tax (5% GST).

Ticket reloading — Once you've picked up your ticket, it can be reloaded online.

Season pass and lift ticket ownership — Season passes and lift tickets remain the property of Big White Ski Resort Ltd and may be revoked for misuse and/or breach of terms.

Passes and tickets usage — Passes and tickets are for personal use only. They are not transferable and cannot be resold.

Refundable Pass Option — The Refundable Pass Option is only available when purchased concurrently with your season pass.

Lost or stolen pass reporting — You are responsible for immediately reporting if your pass or card gets lost, stolen or damaged.

Reprint fee — For replacements, you will be charged a reprint fee of $20 (season passes) or $10 (single or multi-day passes).

Season pass age category is based on age at the time of purchase. Day ticket age category is based on age on the date of lift ticket.

Club65 pricing eligibility — To be eligible for Club65 pricing you must be 65 years of age or older before December 31 of the season the season pass is purchased for.

Tot day tickets — Although tot day tickets are free, all children must have a lift pass on their person while skiing.

Student season passes are subject to additional Student Terms & Conditions

Pricing currency — Rates are in Canadian dollars, and applicable taxes will be added to all prices.

Pricing changes — Dates and prices may be subject to change without notice.

Early Bird Season Passes On Sale Now! — Big White Ski Resort is proudly Canadian owned-and-operated. Every dollar spent at Big White stays in Canada.

2026-2027 WINTER SEASON PASS RATES — Early Bird June 1 - Oct 18 | Pre-Season Oct 19 - Nov 25 | Regular Season Nov 26 Onwards

NEW CARD FEE** — $20 REFUNDABLE PASS OPTION $30

SHARE - 2 Buddy Tickets at 50% Off + 2 Tubing Tickets at 50% Off — All 2026/27 season passholders (excluding tot passes) receive two 50% off ticket vouchers to give to friends and family and two 50% off tubing vouchers to use themselves or to give to friends and family.

Getting there & parking

From Big White Ski Resort, which operates this place

Best to park at the Happy Valley Day Lodge.

45-minute drive east of Kelowna

Free day parking is available at Gem Lake Lot, Ridge Lot, Black Forest Lot, and Happy Valley Lot.

Overnight Parking & RV Parking — A limited amount of overnight parking is available by permit only at the Happy Valley Long-Term Parking Lot.

5315 Big White Road, Big White Mountain, BC V1P 1T4

FREE Priority Parking — Our Club65 Passholders now have priority parking in the Happy Valley and Black Forest Parking lots.

56 km (35 mi) southeast of Kelowna, the largest city in the Okanagan Valley.

Free parking at the Village Centre Mall with additional parking at Happy Valley on Saturdays and Sundays.

Facilities

From Big White Ski Resort, which operates this place

Rentals — Skates, helmets, and hockey sticks are available for rent.

10% Off Rentals — Passholders will receive a 10% discount on any equipment rental at Big White.

EXCLUSIVE Kids & Youth Season Long Ski Rentals - SOLD OUT — Our Season Rental program has sold out for 2026/27.

alluraDirect Vacation Rentals — All 2026/27 Season Passholders can enjoy up to $100 in credit towards any Big White vacation rental listed on alluraDirect.com.

Hiking trails, scenic chairlift rides, washroom facilities, and restaurants are all easily accessed from the Village Centre Mall area.

Rules

From Big White Ski Resort, which operates this place

Smoking Policy — Smoking of any kind (including tobacco, marijuana, e-cigarettes and vaporizers) is strictly prohibited anywhere on Big White Ski Resort property outside of designated smoking areas. Applies to summer and winter seasons.

Alpine Responsibility Code — The Alpine Responsibility Code outlines the rules of the road when you are on the mountain. It's all about safety.

Refund policy — All Big White Ski Resort lift tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Respect rules — Respect the Mountain. Respect Others. Respect Yourself. Failure to obey this rule will result in removal from the mountain and suspension of pass privileges.

Alpine Responsibility Code — You must abide by the Alpine Responsibility Code at all times.

REFUND POLICY, TERMS & CONDITIONS — All season pass, lift ticket and POWder Card holders must be aware of and comply with the Terms & Conditions.

Safety & notices

From Big White Ski Resort, which operates this place

Fraud warning — Big White Ski Resort lift tickets being sold on social media, forums, or classifieds run a high risk of being linked to a fraudulent credit card.

15% Off Ski & Snowboard Repairs — 15% off repairs, 10% off parts from the Big White Repair Shop located in the basement of the Village Centre Mall.

NEW FOR 2026/27 - 2 x Repair & Tuning Vouchers at 50% Off Services — At the Big White Repair Shop in the Village Centre Mall.

Contact

From Big White Ski Resort, which operates this place

Contact Direct — 250-491-6111

Contact Toll Free — 1-888-663-6882

Contact Email — resortservices@bigwhite.com

Telephone — 250-765-8888

Telephone — 1-800-663-2772

Telephone — 0011-800-2449-4483

Telephone — 00-800-2449-448

Contact — 1.866.222.4204, 250-491-6111, 250-765-8888, 1-800-663-2772, 0011-800-2449-4483, 00-800-2449-448

Telephone — 100-5309

Contact — Direct: 250-491-6111, Email: resortservices@bigwhite.com

Telephone — 250-491-6111, 250-765-8888, 1-800-663-2772, 0011-800-2449-4483, 00-800-2449-448

More details

Summer hiking and sightseeing season
until Labour Day
Activities
Snowshoeing, ice skating, fat biking, dog sled tours
Onsite services
Spa services available
Trail Length
25 kilometres of combined Nordic and snowshoe trails.
Guided Tours
Offers an Interpretive Tour for those aged 15+ and a Family Adventure Tour inclusive of all ages.
Activities
Ski lessons, winter activities
Rink size
Olympic-size surface
Hours of operation
Opens at 11 a.m. most days. Night skating until sometime between 9 p.m. and 10 p.m., depending on the day.
Bonfire
Bonfire lit every day after 3 p.m.
Activities offered
skiing, snowboarding, tubing parks, skating
Winter sports
Accessible winter sports for groups seeking adventure
Average snowfall each season
750cm
Number of lifts
16
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Big White Ski Resort offers 100kW, 200A rapid DC fast charging stations located in the Happy Valley Parking Lot.
Connector Types Available
Combo (CCS1): Most non-Tesla EVs — Ford, GM, Hyundai, Kia, BMW, Volkswagen, and others. CHAdeMO: Older Nissan Leaf, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, and select legacy models.
Tesla Drivers
Our on-site station does not include a NACS (Tesla-native) connector. CHAdeMO and CCS1 connectors have limited or no compatibility with current Tesla models, even with adapters.
Winter Tire & Snow Chain Requirements
British Columbia law requires winter tires or chains on many highways during winter months.
Safe Driving Tips for Winter Conditions
Keep a safe distance from other vehicles; it takes longer to stop on snow and ice.
Motto
it's the snow
Annual snowfall
over 7.5 meters (24.5 feet) of champagne powder
Vertical drop
777 meters (2,550 ft)
Skiable terrain
just over 2,800 acres
Popularity
second most popular resort in British Columbia
ADULT (19-64)
$1099 Save $770 $1869 | $1239 | $1869
YOUTH (13-18)
$579 Save $405 $984 | $689 | $984
CHILD (6-12)
$419 Save $295 $714 | $509 | $714
OKANAGAN STUDENT (FULL TIME, 18+)*
$564 Save $395 $959 | $674 | $959
CAN/USA STUDENT (FULL TIME, 19+)*
$749 Save $525 $1274 | $859 | $1274
CLUB 65 (SENIOR 65+)
$769 Save $540 $1309 | $879 | $1309
TOT (5 & under)
$39 | $49 | $69
TUBING ADD ON
Free TOT tubing add-on with the purchase of all TOT season passes. | $89 | $109 | $159
PASSHOLDER PERKS: ON MOUNTAIN
You must present your 26/27 Big White Season Pass before purchasing to redeem these offers. Please note 26/27 passholders will not have access to on-mountain perks until the 26/27 winter season begins.
NEW FOR 2026/27 - 2 Group Lesson Vouchers at 40% Off
All 2026/27 season passholders (excluding tot passes) receive two 40% off group lesson vouchers to use for yourself or your friends and family.
FREE Night Skiing
Ski under the bright lights in the largest night skiing area in Western Canada. The Bullet Express, Plaza Quad and TELUS Park Chairs offer night skiing Tuesday thru Saturday when available.
FREE Skating Rink Access
‘Canada’s Highest Outdoor Skating Rink’, it’s the same size as an Olympic Hockey rink! Skating is free for everyone.
FREE Nordic & Snowshoe Trails Access
Get off the beaten track and enjoy Big White’s breathtaking back country with over 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) of Nordic trails.
10% Off Food & Beverage (excl. alcohol)
Valid at Alpine Burger Co & Alpine Express at Happy Valley Day Lodge, VISTA at Black Forest Day Lodge, The Moose Lounge and Kettle Valley Steakhouse at Happy Valley Day Lodge, SPUDS at the Ridge Day Lodge, Moonlight Bistro at the Gem Lake Warming Hut, The Woods Restaurant + Bar and Clocktower Coffee Co.
Exclusive Passholder Accommodation Deals
Save up to 30% on accommodation with Big White Central Reservations.
10% Off Retail Softgoods & Hardgoods
Only available at Big White owned retail stores.
10% Off Single Group & Private Lessons
Big White Ski & Board School offers a fantastic range of group & private lessons for both children and adults.
10% off Spa Services & Retail Products
Spa at Stonebridge.
PASSHOLDER PERKS: OFF MOUNTAIN
You must present your 26/27 Big White Season Pass before purchasing to redeem these offers.
NEW for 2026/27 Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival
Save 15% on tickets with promo code BWPromo15.
NEW for 2026/27 Hoodoo Adventures
Save 15% off on KVR Shuttles this fall.
NEW for 2026/27 Specsavers
Save 30% off lens options.
NEW for 2026/27 Denny's & BAR ONE (Kelowna locations)
Save 15% off your bill (excludes alcohol).
Twin Anchors Houseboat Vacations
Save up to $1,000.
NEW for 2026/27 Save 20% at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver & a $50 F&B credit per stay
Enjoy 20% off the best available rate plus receive a $50 Food & Beverage credit per stay.
Lakehouse Kitchens
Save $50 off your first cooking class + 15% off subsequent classes and cafe purchases.
Anytime Sim Golf
15% off all single-session bookings.
Over The Top Racks & Accessories
15% off all products.
Norelco Cabinets
20% off retail list pricing.
Neighbourhood Brewing
15% off your bill.
Mission Hill Family Estate
2 for 1 Tastings.
Simplex Sportszone
15% off All Hourly Rates.
Sagebrush Tours
15% off Public and Private Tours.
Beyond The Crux Climbing Gym
Save 15% off.
Savoy Rents
15% off regular (Base) rental rates.
15% off all Drop-in Races at Kelowna Karting
Season Passholders save 15% off all drop-in races at Kelowna Karting.
Save 15% at Café Quattro
Present your Season Pass to receive your discount.
Reciprocal Resort Deals
Your Big White season pass gets you up to 25% off regular-priced, single-day lift tickets at a fantastic lineup of partner resorts across British Columbia, Alberta and the U.S.
Rack Attack
Save $50 off Your Purchase.
Sweat Studios
Save 15% off Memberships & Punch Passes.
Airhouse
Save 20% off All Drop-in Sessions.
Hillcrest Farm Market
15% off all Cafe Purchases.
Kettle Valley Fitness
Save 20% off Memberships.
20% off all OAT Memberships
Outdoor Adventure Training (OAT) specializes in science-driven, remote fitness programs.
Okanagan Canyoning
15% off all Canyoning Tours.
Okanagan Adventure Park
25% off All Adventures.
Tiki Time Tours
15% off All Tours.
SNOWBIRD CLUB 65: MEMBERS
In addition to the standard perks, season passholders aged 65+ will also receive these exclusive deals.
One FREE Regular 12oz Hot Beverage
Receive one free 12oz regular coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
50% Discount on Performance Tune
Receive a 50% discount on our popular Performance Tune (regular price $80) at the Big White Repair Shop in the Village Centre Mall.
SAVE $25 at Altitude
One time special $25 discount with a purchase of $100 or more (before tax) at Altitude.
Directions from Kelowna
Follow Highway 33 for 32 km (20 mi) until you reach Big White Road. Turn onto Big White Road and follow it for another 24 km (15 mi) until you arrive in the main village.
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
100kW, 200A rapid DC fast charging stations located in the Happy Valley Parking Lot (Mountain Check-In), operated by FLO, accessible 24 hours a day.
Connector Types Available
Combo (CCS1): Most non-Tesla EVs — Ford, GM, Hyundai, Kia, BMW, Volkswagen, and others; CHAdeMO: Older Nissan Leaf, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, and select legacy models.

Ski Day

Distance from Kelowna
About an hour's drive away.
Activities offered
Skiing, snowboarding, day spas, tubing, skating, horse-drawn sleigh rides, snowmobile tours.

Saturday

Distance from Kelowna
just an hour's drive
Terrain
over 2,700 acres of diverse terrain
Snow conditions
routinely covered in forgiving powder snow
Non-ski activities
tubing tracks, outdoor fire, ice skating at the big outdoor rink

Night Skiing

Night skiing area
largest night skiing area in Western Canada

Telus Terrain Park

Terrain park
Well lit terrain and a dedicated lift in TELUS Park

Adaptive Program

Adaptive Program
For guests needing adaptive equipment or specialized support, we partner with Powderhounds Adaptive Snowsports by People in Motion, offering expert instruction and adaptive gear.

Village Map

Village description
This picturesque, ski-in ski-out village is perfect for your winter vacation.

Nordic Map

Nordic trails
25kms (15.5 miles) of Nordic trails

YOUR BIGGEST SAVINGS ARE ONLINE

Release Agreement
The use of ski area premises and facilities and participation in activities at Big White Ski Resort Ltd. is subject to the conditions set out in the Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks and Indemnity Agreement.

ONLINE RATES, SAVE EVERYDAY

Night skiing availability
Includes night skiing when available.

REFUND POLICY, TERMS & CONDITIONS

Refund request deadline
All refund requests must be submitted by email no later than the last day of the season they are purchased for.
Misuse liability
You are liable for any misuse while the pass or card is not in your possession unless you have already reported your pass lost or stolen prior to the misuse.
Fine for misuse
A fine will apply if anyone other than the pass holder is caught using your pass. The minimum fine amount is $250 plus the cost of a full day lift ticket at window rates.
Snow and weather conditions disclaimer
We do not guarantee snow or weather conditions, open terrain or the number of lifts operating.
Terms amendment rights
Big White Ski Resort reserves the right, at any time and without notice, to amend the terms and conditions of Season Passes and Lift Tickets.
Final interpretation
Big White Ski Resort Ltd.’s interpretation of the above conditions is final.

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