Since 1979, the Great Northern has been your gateway to the Selkirks’ legendary powder.
With light, deep snow, endless backcountry lines, 75 sq km of pristine terrain, and over 15m (600 inches) of snowfall annually, the skiing here isn’t just good; it’s unreal.
So, ditch the lifts and experience the thrill of winter with us.
From the trip description by Great Northern Snow Cat
On-snow support
- Independent: Below this trip's level of support
Ski or ride independently, without trip staff accompanying you on the mountain.
- Hosted: With your guide
Trip hosts ski or ride with the group, help everyone get oriented, and share local knowledge.
- Guided: Included
Professional guides lead the group and select suitable terrain and routes based on conditions and ability. Instruction is not included.
- Coached: Not confirmed
Professional coaches lead the group, select suitable terrain, and provide instruction and personalized feedback to help you improve.
- Backcountry guidingGuides and snowcat drivers; two heated snowcats on Great Northern and Thompson mountains
Terrain, ability and who it is for
BeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
Terrain
Ability and Fitness
- Our guests typically include expert, advanced, and intermediate skiers.
- While prior powder skiing experience is not necessary, you must be able to ski in control across various types of backcountry terrain and snow conditions, including wooded slopes.
- When on your skis, you should be able to make confident parallel turns, side slip, sidestep, traverse, and execute kick turns on challenging and steep terrain.
Skiing Terrain
- Great Northern occupies a 75 square-kilometer (7,500 hectares) area of snow-covered forest in the Bad Shot Range.
- With forest glades, wide-open powder bowls, gullies, and chutes, we can cater to skiers of intermediate to expert level.
- Great Northern Mountain features rolling alpine meadows at the top, which lead down into steep, perfectly spaced glades. The runs on Mount Thompson are wide open and north-facing, making them ideal later in the season as they remain out of the sun.
Who you ride with
- Sport
- Ski + Snowboard
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What the price includes
Included
- Lodging
- Meals
- Avalanche transceiver, backpack, probe, shovel and radio (no airbag)
- Medical and heli evac insurance
- Meals
- Accommodations
- Taxes
- Medical & Heli Evac Insurance
- Avalanche transceiver, backpack, probe, shovel & radio
Not included
- Transfers
- Ski and snowboard rental · extra costCAD 25 + tax per day; boots are not rented.
- Avalanche airbags (We do not provide avalanche airbags)
- Ski & snowboard rental (CAD 25 + tax per day)
- Boots (We do not rent boots, please bring your own)
- Gratuities (not included in your ski package price)
- Alcohol (we do not sell alcohol in the lodge)
Not confirmed by the operator: Lift pass, Lesson.
Day by day
A Typical Day at Great Northern Cat Skiing
- Step 1: Arrival DayWhen you arrive at 5 PM and park your vehicle, our staff will warmly welcome you and give you a tour of our lodge. After you settle in and connect with fellow guests, get ready to enjoy a delightful dinner served at 6:30 PM. Feel free to socialize and share stories with others, or retreat to your room for a peaceful night's rest. An unforgettable adventure awaits you in the morning, and we can't wait for you to experience it!
- Step 2: MorningYour first day of skiing includes avalanche safety training. The next skiing days start at 7:00 am with a friendly wake-up knock on your door and a cheerful, “Good morning!” Follow the enticing aroma of freshly brewed coffee and baked pastries to the dining room for a hearty breakfast. The snowcat will arrive pre-loaded with your ski gear at 8:00 am and shortly after begins the climb to the alpine. Your warm-up run will start from Bo Ridge or Echo Point, both perfect spots for capturing stunning sunrise photos. From there, the snowcat will head in the direction of the best snow.
- Step 3: DayAfter plowing your way down a run like Billy Whiskers or weaving through powder-dusted trees along Mountain Goat Creek it’s time for a quick lunch slope side. Your afternoon might start with a wide-open cruiser off the saddle that rolls and dips down the fall line towards Mowhawk gully. Then float down the Bucking Chutes that funnel into the Gold Finger glades. We’ll find you the best snow during your stay.
- Step 4: Apre SkiAfter you ski the home run back to the Great Northern Lodge, beating your friends who took the snowcat to the après-ski spread with a cold drink in hand or to a hot tub, it’s time to swap wipeout and powder stories in front of the fireplace.
- Step 5: EveningAt 6:30 p.m., the dinner bell will call you to the table for a feast. After dinner, you can choose to watch a movie, read a book, enjoy drinks, sleep, or play eight-ball in any order you like. Some guests prefer to socialize late into the night, while others like to tuck in early.
- Step 6: Departure DayYou will check out of your room after breakfast and before heading to the mountain. After skiing on your last day with us, our friendly staff will give you a warm send-off goodbye until next time!
From the trip description by Great Northern Snow Cat
Where you stay
Our Lodge offers 18 cozy rooms, a combination of three single rooms, three double-bed rooms, six queen-bed rooms, and six rooms with two single beds. Each room features an ensuite bathroom with a shower/bathtub, a hair dryer, extra blankets, and other essentials.
Note that bookings are based on double occupancy.
Please note that we don't sell alcohol in the lodge, but you're welcome to bring your favorites!
Getting There
Our lodge is conveniently accessible by 4x4 / AWD with good winter tires
From Revelstoke By Car: This beautiful 90 km drive (1.5 hrs. southeast) on mountain roads includes a free ferry crossing. This ferry travels between Shelter Bay and Galena Bay, located on either side of Upper Arrow Lake.
From Nelson By Car: The West Koot Route takes you either along the shores of Kootenay Lake via Balfour-Kaslo-Galena Bay Hwy/BC-31 N. Approximately 3 hrs. drive and 177 km north. Or via BC #6 N highway with Nakusp and Halcyon hot springs along the way. Approximately 3 hrs. drive and 222 km.
Kelowna International Airport (YLW): Plan your flight arrival no later than noon if you are driving straight to the lodge. The drive is about 4 hrs. and 266 km.
Calgary International Airport (YYC): Plan your flight arrival no later than 10 am if you are driving straight to the lodge. The drive is about 6 hrs. and 510 km passing through Rogers Pass.
Spokane International Airport (GEG) – USA: The drive takes 5hr 45 min and 456 km.
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Dates and prices
| Dates | Season | Duration | From | Availability | Booking |
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| Dec 16 – Dec 19, 2026Choose these datesPackage 4801-3A, published as "December 16 - December 19, 2026"; Three Days & Three Nights package. | 2026/27 | 3 days | 3,419 CAD$3,419.25 CAD per person, all-inclusive (meals, accommodations, taxes, medical and heli evac insurance); double occupancy | Sold Out | Book on company website |
| Dec 19 – Dec 22, 2026Choose these datesPackage 4801-3B, published as "December 19 - December 22, 2026"; Three Days & Three Nights package. | 2026/27 | 3 days | 3,419 CAD$3,419.25 CAD per person, all-inclusive (meals, accommodations, taxes, medical and heli evac insurance); double occupancy | Sold Out | Book on company website |
| Dec 27 – Dec 30, 2026Choose these datesPackage 4802-3A, published as "December 27 - December 30, 2026"; Three Days & Three Nights package. | 2026/27 | 3 days | 4,427 CAD$4427.25 CAD per person, all-inclusive (meals, accommodations, taxes, medical and heli evac insurance); double occupancy | Available | Book on company website |
| Dec 27 – Dec 31, 2026Choose these datesPackage 4802-4, published as "December 27 - December 31, 2026"; Four Days & Four Nights package. | 2026/27 | 4 days | 5,903 CAD$5,903.00 CAD per person, all-inclusive (meals, accommodations, taxes, medical and heli evac insurance); double occupancy | Available | Book on company website |
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Prices, taxes and fees, required extras, inclusions, availability, and booking terms can change. Confirm the current price and trip details on the company website; source last reviewed September 24, 2026.
Good To Know
Arriving on Thursday evening for dinner and skiing Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Leaving on Sunday after skiing approximately at 4 pm. (Three Day Package)
Arriving on Sunday for dinner and skiing Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Leaving on Thursday after skiing approximately at 4 pm. (Four Day Package)
Seven Day package is from Sunday evening through to the end of the skiing the following Sunday!
Current guests have priority to reserve seats for the following year.
Please note: private rooms are not guaranteed.
Tipping is an accepted practice in the snowcat skiing industry and is not included in your ski package price. Our guests typically leave between CAD 100 and 150 per day.
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