About Mount Washington
Vancouver Island’s Coastal Playground.
Our Culture
Our Snowfall
Our History
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Alpine Ski Runs
Nordic Trails
It’s all right here. Where else can you spend Saturdays catching the first lift up Eagle Chair with ocean views, then an afternoon in Cumberland pedalling on two-wheels, followed by a sunset paddle on the Salish Sea. Here in the Comox Valley’s alpine, locals find reprieve from the wet-coast winters and summer buzz to take things higher. 1588 metres above sea level higher, to be exact. Adventure is around every turn.
Relish in the authentic West Coast vibe, where the clock ticks a little slower. Island time radiates throughout the happy, laid-back Mt. Washington locals who prosper in the bounty of fresh local fair, beautiful climate, and an endless coastal playground, year-round. The true seasonal magic you’re looking for is all right here.
We receive some of the biggest snowfalls in North America – over 9 metres (354 inches) annually on average. Whoa, snow! Don’t let our island location fool you. Paired with beautiful glades, powder bowls and 1,700 acres of in-bound terrain, plus The Outback terrain via Boomerang Chairlift offers incredible snowpack and an out-and-back experience unlike any other.
Captain Richards named Mount Washington as he explored Canada’s Pacific Coast in 1860; choosing the name Mount Washington after the Rear Admiral John Washington, who was the Official Hydrographer to the Royal Navy.
Washington Alpine Resort was established in 1979 by Henry Norie and Alex Linton, two Campbell River businessmen. The idea originated in 1975 when Linton, an avid skier and local businessman, was impressed by Mt. Washington’s height and snowpack.
Together with Norie, who owned a helicopter, they surveyed the mountain. Construction commenced in 1977, making Mt. Washington one of the first master-planned resorts in British Columbia
Our Other Favourite Season
Winter in the Alpine
It’s all right here at Mount Washington Alpine Resort. Here in the Comox Valley, locals find reprieve from the alright wet-coast winter and take things higher. 1588 metres above sea level higher, to be exact. Boasting over 11 metres of average annual snowfall and offering access to over 1,700 acres and 505 vertical metres of alpine terrain, 55kms of cross-country skiing, and 25kms of snowshoeing trails along with Fat Bike Trails from the Nordic Centre at Raven Lodge, and a Tube Park, Mount Washington is Vancouver Island’s coastal playground.
Where Work & Play Collide
Our Team at Mount Washington Alpine Resort
We Work Hard, & Play Hard.
Our team of Mount Washington staff is a close-knit community of passionate, adventure-fueled, outdoor-loving, mountain folk.
A Safe Place For Everyone.
The mountains don’t discriminate, and neither do we. We aim to provide a friendly, safe and inclusive environment for all.
Winter at Mount Washington Alpine Resort:
Vancouver Island’s
Coastal Playground.
Summer at Mount Washington Alpine Resort: Vancouver Island’s Coastal Playground. Experience the best of summer on Vancouver Island at Mount Washington Alpine Resort. Located in the Comox Valley, it’s the perfect escape from the typical coastal climate. Reach new heights at 1588 metres above sea level. The resort offers an array of summer activities: over 81km of lift-accessed trails in the Bike Park, the thrilling Eagle’s Flight Zipline Tour, and abundant hiking trails showcasing breathtaking vistas. It’s more than just a getaway; it’s a playground for every adventurer. Discover summer—it’s all right here.
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Mt. Washington is about adventure. Encompassed by pristine nature, Mt. Washington is a diverse place that awakens the soul, elevates the senses and feeds our thirst to experience more.
We are a boutique resort experience; as unique as our guests we are a place to let your adventuresome spirit fly. Come soar with us.
Summer bring incredible weather and unmatched views of surrounding Vancouver Island terrain, with 360 degree vistas of Strathcona Provincial Park and the Salish Sea spanning across to the Coast Mountains. Experience the thrilling heights soaring on the Eagle’s Flight ZipTour, and the lift-accessed adrenaline-fueled fun of the downhill mountain bike park, plus hiking, sightseeing, and more sunny season indulgences.
Washington Alpine Resort was established in 1979 by Henry Norie and Alex Linton, two Campbell River businessmen. The idea originated in 1975 when Linton, an avid skier and local businessman, was impressed by Mt. Washington’s height and snowpack.
Together with Norie, who owned a helicopter, they surveyed the mountain. Construction commenced in 1977, making Mt. Washington one of the first master-planned resorts in British Columbia