take: “tremendous variety in one run. it’s just fantastic.”
blowdownlevel: advanced
terrain: steep, scattered with stumps and trees
take: “it really makes you pick a clean line. you have to think about where you’re skiing.”
crystal bowllevel: intermediate
terrain: large, open bowl that’s groomed regularly
take: “and there’s little jumps on the sides for the kids.”
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an après ski guide
where to sleep: lodging is somewhat limited in kicking horse, but this season marks the opening of a number of on-mountain condos, as well as a pair of luxury suites above the
eagle’s eye restaurant, which feature private patios, hot tubs, 24-hour valet service, vip gondola service, and those precious 7,700-foot views. pricing for on-mountain lodging had not been determined by press time, but should now be available at (866) 754-5425. prices for the luxury suites begin at $1,500 per night. for information on other lodging options in the region, visit
www.kickinghorseresort.com or contact the golden & district chamber of commerce at (800) 622-4653 or
www.goldenchamber.bc.ca/tourism.htm.
where to eat: from any of the tables at the eye-popping
eagle’s eye restaurant (866-754-5425), the snow-washed peaks of the selkirk and purcell mountain ranges are visible in every direction, made all the more spectacular by the simple fact that you’re looking down on many of them. entrees run between $21 and $34. other dining options include the local favorite
mad trapper pub (1203 ninth st. s., golden; 250-344-6661) and
timber inn-chalets & restaurant (3483 highway 95; 250-348-2228).
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