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Skeena Cat Skiing
Go North. Stay Winter.
While warming winters continue to challenge many mountain destinations, Skeena’s northern latitude gives us a measurable advantage. Ten years of climate data show Skeena is the coldest BC cat skiing operation at a comparable elevation, helping preserve the dry powder and consistent conditions we’re known for.
3.5°C Colder
than the average BC cat skiing operation at the same elevation.
74% Fewer Thaw Days
Just 5.3 above-freezing days per winter compared with an average of 20.3.
Northern Latitude
Located at approximately 55.5°N, Skeena’s northern location helps preserve colder temperatures and protect snow quality throughout the season
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4o% More Skiable Terrain!
For 2027, Skeena has expanded its skiable terrain by approximately 40% with the opening of a new zone in the Thomlinson Range.
Located in Northern BC and operating from a remote backcountry BaseCamp at treeline, Skeena has been locally owned and operated since 2011. The new Thomlinson zone adds even more terrain to explore across one of the province’s largest cat-skiing tenures.
Skeena Cat Skiing
The Location
Skeena’s ski tenure is located 80km (50 miles) directly north of Smithers, BC, and approximately 200km (125 miles)from the Alaskan panhandle border. The tenure area is approximately 30,184 hectares of pristine terrain and offers incredible tree skiing, natural glades, open bowls, and steep slopes.
Existing runs at our BC cat skiing location have lengths up to 1,200 m (3,900 feet) and guests get up to 15 runs per day with an average daily vertical of 4,600 m (15,000 feet) – this is before the expansion plans! We’ve enhanced our amenities by adding larger shower facilities, new PistenBully guest snow cats, and increased comfort at the Base Camp with a new propane furnace, an upgraded wood-burning fireplace, and a new sauna.
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The Experience
The warm, moist Pacific air collides with the cold, dry air from the interior creating huge dumps of perfect powder snow and the surrounding mountains further enhance the accumulation.
If it’s snowing anywhere in BC, it’s most likely snowing at Skeena.
The unique Base Camp setup delivers not only fantastic cat skiing but also an entire wilderness experience. Our chef creates gourmet meals using local and organic ingredients. Overall, our team is experienced and fun!
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The Expansion
For this upcoming winter, we will continue with our expansion program of building new snow roads and increasing the number of ski runs.
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Testimonials
If you're looking for an authentic, next-level shredding experience, Skeena Cat Skiing is the place to go. The terrain is incredibly fun with a ton of variety, and the guides take you to so many epic spots. The views are absolutely breathtaking—the photos don’t even come close to doing it justice.
I have been a ski guide in Canada for 12 years and came to Skeena as a guest. I absolutely recommend this place for anyone looking for a true northern backcountry ski experience. Highly qualified and friendly guides, comfortable lodge, great staff, quality food and drinks and beautiful catskiing terrain. It was a great trip - I'll be back.
Best snow, best atmosphere, best cat skiing experience hands down. I keep coming back to Skeena Cat Skiing and just can't get enough. When there is a lack of snow in the rest of the province they have knee deep pow and the diverse terrain keeps it exciting. The guides a great and to food is above and beyond. I reccomend getting out here if you have been on the fence or looking for a new favorite annual event.
Book your Epic Winter Backcountry Adventure Now!
Our BC cat skiing season runs from January to late March. Click below if you’re ready to book now. We look forward to hosting you!
