Apex
Mountain is
a year round recreation destination located near Penticton, British
Columbia, in the Okanagan Valley. During the winters the mountain
is a ski resort for downhill skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling
and cross country skiing. During the summer months the mountain
is a hiking and backpacking destination popular for photographers
and naturalists.
During the winter season Apex Mountain is a playground
for skiers and snow boarders. Many of whom, enjoy the ski mountain
because of the small crowds and short line ups, if any. In total
there are 1112 acres of snow covered slopes with alpine trails.
Apex Mountain ski runs have a 2000 vertical drop with 16% of
the terrain groomed for beginners, 48% for intermediate skiers
and 36% for the expert adrenaline skier. In total there are 67
ski runs serviced by 5 ski lifts ( one being a high speed quad
chair lift).
On Apex Mountain there is a small village located at the base
where many of the comforting amenities including accommodations
and shops are located. The village has an Adventure Centre with
a ski and snowboard school, a kids club and cafe.
Accommodations on Apex Mountain are available. There are 3 main
accommodations and 2 have been rated by Ski Canada Magazine as
"Best New Lodges". For the snow addicts on a budget
there is a Hostel located on the mountain.
Night time has its share of venues and entertainment on Apex
Mountain with people gathering at the local restaurant and saloon.
Apex Mountain also has for your enjoyment a
1/2 pipe, night skiing, inner tube park, outdoor skating rink
and a 1 km adventure skating oval.
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Apex Mountain Resort
PO Box 1060
Penticton BC, Canada
V2A 6J9
Local Phone: (250) 292-8222
Snowphone & Special
Events Line:
(250) 487-4848 |
Available Activities
Downhill Skiing
Snowboarding
Snowshoeing
Skating Rink
Inner Tube Park
Retail
Restaurant
Lessons & Rentals
Summer Hiking Trails |
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