Kootenay offers stunning scenary and well-groomed trails, perfect for skiers who appreciate beauty and quality.
Nelson, BC, Canada
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Kootenay Overview
Key insights
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Peak Elevation
2880
Maximum skiing elevation
Max: 6767 m
Vertical Drop
1820
Maximum vertical descent distance
Max: 3167 m
Base Elevation
1060
Starting elevation of ski area
Max: 4000 m
Measured independently from mapped ski runs — figures may differ from resort marketing. Terrain statistics are derived from OpenStreetMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors, via OpenSkiMap.
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Frequently asked questions about Kootenay
Where is Kootenay?
Kootenay is a ski resort in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada, at coordinates 49.7200, -118.9300.
How high is Kootenay?
Kootenay has a peak elevation of 2,880 m, a base elevation of 1,060 m and a vertical drop of 1,820 m.
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Resort Quick Stats
2880m
Peak Elevation
1820m
Vertical Drop
1060m
Base Elevation
Best Time to Visit
273.6cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Peak: December (48.1cm)
44.1cm
Nov
48.1cm
Dec
44.1cm
Jan
42.3cm
Feb
44.0cm
Mar
31.4cm
Apr
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