Whitewater Ski Resort, Nelson: Address, Phone Number, Whitewater Ski Resort Reviews: 4.5/5
Whitewater Ski Resort
Whitewater Ski Resort
4.5
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Whitewater Ski Resort, quietly legendary, is hard to describe to those who have not had the privilege to experience its true authenticity and abundance of snow. Over 12 meters (40 feet) of snow falls each season on 2044 vertical feet of uncrowded slopes of family-friendly groomers and bumps, remarkable steeps, top of the line tree-skiing, and endless backcountry. Some come for the legendary skiing, and some come for the legendary food. Whitewater serves up proper Kootenay hospitality with its internationally acclaimed menu that has inspired four National Best Selling cookbooks. Whitewater. Pure, simple and real…DEEP
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0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Cafe • Healthy
Yum Son
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The Library Lounge
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0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Steakhouse • Pizza
Outer Clove Restaurant
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0.3 km$$ - $$$ • International • European • Canadian
Jackson's Hole & Grill
388
94 m$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Pub
Baba's Indian Cuisine
161
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Indian • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Sage Tapas and Wine Bar
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22 within 10 kms
Touchstones Nelson Museum of Art and History
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0.2 kmArt Galleries • Speciality Museums
Kootenay Lake
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0.1 kmBodies of Water
Touchstones Nelson Cold War Bunker
1
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Torchlight Brewing Co.
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0.4 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas
Baldface Lodge
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0.3 kmSki & Snowboard Areas
The Capitol Theatre
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Gyro Park
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Nelson Visitor Centre
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Nelson Fire & Rescue Hall
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Steven R
Nelson, Canada29 contributions
Jan. 2022 • Friends
Power goes out often, lifts get closed often, food is fine but over priced. The hill is always a mess on pow days. Just tired of being disappointed by this place.
Written January 10, 2022
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VeeBee
2 contributions
Dec. 2021 • Friends
I am used to groomed European slopes. Facilities at Whitewater were very good but in my eyes more suited to the experienced skier. I am 64 and unfortunately not skied enough to make full benefit of Whitewater
Written January 3, 2022
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bev h
1 contribution
Jan. 2022 • Family
Nelson and WW have lost the vibe. So busy, long lineups for tracked out runs. People are snobby and don't smile anymore. Vaxxed and unvaxxed segregated. The artists that made this place cool seem to be gone.
Written January 2, 2022
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Brianne O
Nelson, Canada2 contributions
Dec. 2021 • Family
Visual discrimination available to anyone who cares to glance at a skiiers pass...they lied to pass holders about amenities available to them and then changed those amenities after the end of early bird pass buying was over. Have lost ALL respect for this hill that I've once loved deeply.
Written December 17, 2021
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Nicole S
1 contribution
Dec. 2021 • Family
Won’t spend one penny here. Complete discrimination. You should be embarrassed! Nelson is about community, people like you are not what we stand for.
Written December 17, 2021
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Fullie C
1 contribution
Dec. 2021 • Family
I have never had my privacy and human right breached by a ski hill in so many ways in my life. Gross
Written December 17, 2021
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pt201858
Nelson, Canada6 contributions
Feb. 2021
Feb. 26, first time up this weird season...was impressed with Covid protocols, felt safe. Had avoided due to Covid, but happy I went up. The snow, as usual, was great!
Written March 7, 2021
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don m
2 contributions
Feb. 2021
The mountain speaks for itself but the staff and food are also exceptional. One of the best all around ski experiences you can have.
Written February 14, 2021
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Carolyn1950091
Vernon, Canada5 contributions
Jan. 2021
The resort is doing a great job this trying year, even on a day with lousy conditions (after rain and 3 cm of new snow, it was like skiing the groomed runs on ball bearings).
If they can get foot rests on at least 1 chair, I would return. I thought my ankles were going to fall off with the weight of the skis and boots dangling from the chair. Maybe I'm slightly older and spoiled, but I really wanted to ski and if I'm in agony by 2 pm, it really puts a damper on the day. I ended up using the old fashioned ski pole straps on my skis and balancing the poles under the back rest. (My younger ski friend had never seen this done - we used to have to do it all the time before foot rests became standard on most chairs.)
If they can get foot rests on at least 1 chair, I would return. I thought my ankles were going to fall off with the weight of the skis and boots dangling from the chair. Maybe I'm slightly older and spoiled, but I really wanted to ski and if I'm in agony by 2 pm, it really puts a damper on the day. I ended up using the old fashioned ski pole straps on my skis and balancing the poles under the back rest. (My younger ski friend had never seen this done - we used to have to do it all the time before foot rests became standard on most chairs.)
Written January 20, 2021
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417deboraht
Vancouver, Canada11 contributions
Dec. 2020
We loved skiing Whitewater over the holidays. We felt safe and well taken care off. The snow conditions were great and everything was well organized. All services ran very smoothly including the lift line ups. Staff and guests followed all the Covid protocols that were in place. The resort's website explains everything really well: what to expect this season, how to book your lift tickets, how to reserve a table to have lunch, etc. Whitewater ski resort should be commended for a job well done!!
Written January 2, 2021
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Hi Deborah - Thanks for the review, and we are so happy to hear you felt safe and comfortable at Whitewater. That's what all these changes are for - hope to catch ya on the slopes soon!
Written January 3, 2021
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Anyone could advise me transportation option between Fernie and Whitewater in Jan 2022. Thanks
Matstew
1 contribution
Is there many options for beginners to intermediates? I’m thinking of bringing my kids and wife and worried they will not have much choice of terrain to chose from?
Wendy D
Christchurch, New Zealand99 contributions
I am an intermediate skier and really enjoyed Whitewater. I rode the Silverking Chair which has good Green and Blue options. There is also a small rope tow for absolute beginners. The summit chair has good challenging groomed blue runs "motherload" and "Bonanza" however you need ot be a confident intermediate for these.
Ruby M
3 contributions
Hi
Is there a place in a lodge for someone who prefers to bring their own food? If so, is there anything available like a microwave?
The on mountain food sounds fantastic but i have a very specific diet and to avoid any risks prefer to bring my own.
Thank you
Ruby
BobFarr2000
Saanich, Canada226 contributions
Yep - lower level of the lodge has Microwave and a smaller snack bar too. Bag lunches are ok there too ..
icuski2
Boise, ID299 contributions
Anyone know of a better deal on Whitewater lift tickets other than direct or thru Liftopia? Going for just one day next week- midweek.
Thanks!
OKfunseekers
Penticton, Canada77 contributions
We got a deal when we stayed at The Best Western Baker Street in Nelson...included accommodation, full breakfast and lift ticket. It was a good deal.
Have fun at Whitewater, such terrific skiing!!...be sure to have lunch at Fresh Tracks. Amazing food.
