Panorama Mountain Resort

About Panorama Mountain Resort

Tucked away in Canada’s oldest mountains, Panorama Mountain Resort is a hidden gem admired by locals and poised to be discovered by visitors seeking endless adventure. Located along British Columbia’s famous Powder Highway, Panorama attracts families and beginners with its renowned ski programs, intermediates who love green cruisers, and thrill-seekers chasing double black diamonds in its ex-heliskiing bowls. The fun extends beyond the slopes, with the cozy mountain village offering everything within walking distance—dining, accommodations and après-ski all in one place.

With over 2,800 acres of skiable terrain, delectable on-mountain dining, snowcat rides to untouched powder, and terrain parks for all skill levels, Panorama offers a fun-filled experience for everyone. If you seek a mountain that’s off the beaten path, complete with friendly locals, fewer crowds, and exceptional skiing conditions, booking a trip to Panorama Mountain Resort through Ski.com will not disappoint.

2,800 acres skiable terrain

4,000 ft vertical drop 

Low crowds and a friendly, local vibe

Monster X Snowcat rides

Family-friendly facilities and amenities

How to get to Panorama Mountain Resort

The Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC) is the closest airport to Panorama, just under a 2-hour drive North. The Calgary International Airport (YYC) is the most common access point, around a stunning 3.5-hour drive via Highway 1 through Banff and Kootenay National Parks.

Getting around

Once you arrive at Panorama Mountain Resort, a car is not required. The resort is designed to be very walkable, with accommodations, dining, shops, and ski lifts all conveniently located close together. Shuttle services are available within the Panorama Mountain Village and to the nearby mountain town of Invermere, around 30 minutes away, for those staying there or looking to explore further.

Skiing in Panorama Mountain Resort

Skiing at Panorama Mountain Resort is every skiers dream. You heard that right, there is something for every skier to love at Panorama on its over 2,800 acres of diverse terrain, from the Discovery Zone’s beginner-friendly programs to the Horseshoe Terrain Park’s jumps and rails for all levels, and the thrilling double black diamond runs for experts, Panorama caters to every skill level. Enjoy the easy exploration on the Discovery Zone and runs off the Mile 1 Express, tackle long blue cruisers on the Champagne Express, or challenge yourself on the Extreme Dream Zone and Taynton Bowl via the Summit Chair. Plus, with fewer crowds compared to more commercialized resorts, you can fully enjoy the mountain without worrying about dodging others. 

Beginner Skiing in Panorama Mountain Resort

Learn to turn at Panorama Mountain Resort on their beginner-friendly runs featuring open spaces and gentle slopes. The Discovery Zone, a designated learning area with gentle green and blue runs, is perfect for building confidence before tackling the rest of the mountain. With a variety of lessons and programs led by experienced and enthusiastic instructors, you’ll be ready to explore with ease. Conveniently located near the village, the beginner runs are accessible from the Discovery Quad and Mile 1 Express chairs, making it easy and comfortable for newcomers to explore the mountain. 

Expert Skiing in Panorama Mountain Resort

Expert skiers: beware, when you book a trip to Panorama with Ski.com, you may never want to ski anywhere else again! Panorama Mountain Resort is an expert skier’s paradise, with 34% of the terrain designated as double black diamond. For extreme skiers, this resort is heaven. One of the resort’s standout features is the Monster X Snowcat, which shuttles to nine double black diamond runs in the Taynton Bowl, saving you the hike and delivering you straight to steep, deep, and untouched powder. This snowcat provides easy access to some of the mountain's most intense runs, including former heliskiing terrain. Nearby, the Extreme Dream Zone offers even more epic double black runs. The breathtaking views from the top will show you why the resort earned its name, and the incredible slopes will keep you dreaming of it long after you leave.

Family vacations in Panorama Mountain Resort

Traveling to Panorama is like stepping into a family-friendly winter wonderland. The resort offers low crowds, vast skiable terrain, night skiing, and renowned learning programs, making it an ideal getaway with something for everyone to enjoy. The Discovery Zone provides a safe and supportive environment for little ones and beginners to advance their skills, with various classes for all ages and levels, including adaptive skiing options.

For more seasoned skiers in the family, Panorama offers plentiful terrain, from wide-open groomers and blue cruisers to black diamond moguls and a playful terrain park. Beyond the slopes, families can enjoy tubing, ice skating, snowshoeing, shopping, or simply relaxing by the fireplace with a steaming cup of hot cocoa. With everything you need conveniently located on the mountain and in the village, Panorama takes the stress out of family vacations, making it the perfect, relaxing mountain destination.