Elevate your winter by hitting the Powder Highway in the Kootenays, right from the comfort of your RV. Immerse yourself in the spontaneous excitement of winter camping, where the pursuit of perfect powder is your only mission.

If big flakes are falling, stay until you’ve had your fill of fresh powder before tackling the next alpine ski resort. With impromptu tailgate parties on the menu and your beloved amenities by your side, you hold the reins of your adventure. Plus, it’s a cost-effective alternative to staying in hotels or condos. Blaze your own trail this winter, choose freedom over routine.

Powder Highway Road Trip

Round trip: 800-km (500 miles)
Route: Calgary, AB/International Airport – Fernie Alpine Resort – Whitewater Ski Resort – Kicking Horse Mountain Resort – Panorama Mountain Resort – Fairmont Hot Springs Ski Resort – Calgary, AB

Plenty of options to rent a RV at the Calgary International Airport upon your arrival – Cruise Canada, CanaDream, Four Seasons RV Rental and Fraserway RV Rentals.

The Powder Highway

Asserting their abundance of skiable terrain, 1,012-hectares (2,500 plus acres), epic snowfall 11-metres (37 feet) of winter snow, a whopping 142 official trails, 5 majestic alpine bowls, top-tier snowmaking and grooming gear, and an outstanding area for beginner enthusiasts – await in Fernie.  The Fernie Alpine Resort stands as a paradise for skiers and riders across all skill levels.

Discover the allure of winter in Fernie, an absolute haven for snow enthusiasts. With pristine snowy mountains and comprehensive RV services readily accessible, Fernie RV Resort remains open all winter. Join them and fully indulge in all your favourite winter activities at a budget-friendly rate, revitalizing your love for the snow season.  (Distance to the Fernie Alpine Resort, 10-minute drive.)

Venture into over 728-hectares (1,800 acres) of terrain and explore 80-uniquely named runs and glades at the Kimberley Alpine Resort.  Kimberley elevates your winter retreat with breathtaking scenery and a relaxing atmosphere. Experience nocturnal bliss on North America’s longest, illuminated ski run. Accessing the Main Run, this epic adventure, is bundled into every full & half day ticket! Take advantage of night skiing from Thursday through Saturday (during selected dates each winter season).  

Experience the majestic Rocky Mountains as you wake up to an awe-inspiring view of Fisher Peak. Operating the entire year, Fort Steele RV Resort’s opportunities abound with many activities to do close-by. (Distance to the Kimberley Alpine Resort, 35-minute drive.)

Experience the thrill of skiing/riding some of the finest slopes, deeps, chutes, bowls, and glades at Whitewater Ski Resort – where nature itself rewards you with more than 12 meters (40 feet) of annual snowfall. Whitewater’s broad spectrum of top-notch terrain for unforgettable skiing and riding is legendary.

Discover ultimate comfort at  Whitewater’s overnight RV Campsites. Nestled at the Hummingbird Lodge & Campground, they offer 10 reserved spots for self-contained units, though walk-ins are also welcomed based on availability. They allow stays up to 14 consecutive nights. Do take into consideration: their spaces accommodate RVs up to 35 feet. (Distance to Whitewater Ski Resort, 4-minute walk.)

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort has gondola that delivers you directly to the summit. This ride offers awe-inspiring views of the Canadian Rockies from across the valley and Purcell Mountains at the Resort. This lift offers skiers & riders ease of access to the alpine ridges and bowls.  The resort’s stash of snow remains fresh, deep, and longer-lasting – which has titled them as the Champagne Powder Capital of Canada™.

Golden Golf Club & RV Park confidently presents a RV camping experience in the valley of the Canadian Rockies and Purcell Mountains. Daily and weekly winter RV rates are available. (Distance to Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, 15-minute drive.)

Experience the essence of family-friendly skiing and snowboarding at Fairmont Hot Springs Ski Area. Offering a diverse 14-run landscape, it suits beginners and experts alike. Free yourself from with short lift lines and crowded runs; here you’ll be pampered with well-groomed terrain and breathtaking views of the Columbia River Valley.

At Panorama Mountain Resort, they don’t just offer a mountain resort experience; they redefine it. Where else would the majesty of the wild meet such a warm welcome? Tucked deeply in the heart of the Purcell Mountains – its a world where adventure is woven into the landscape.

Unleash the beast in you and conquer their vast terrain with Panorama Resort’s Monster X snowcat shuttle rides. The snowcat offer easy access to more terrain (available from Thursdays to Sundays, and on select special dates too).

Experience the best, as they are recognized by the Good Sam RV Travel Guide. The Fairmont Hot Springs RV Resort is nestled within the majestic Canadian Rockies. Enjoy the uniqueness of Canada’s largest natural mineral hot springs, a stone’s throw away from your stay.  (Distance to Fairmont Ski Resort, 10-minute drive; and a 45-minute drive to Panorama Mountain Resort.)

There are no Winter RV services in Rossland (RED Mountain Resort) and Revelstoke (Revelstoke Mountain Resort).  If you wish to stay in these communities and ski/ride these alpine resort, you will need to book a hotel, condo or VRBO/Airbnb in-advance.