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Ski, Snow & Ice

Backcountry Skiing

back country skiing

Epic Multi-Day Backcountry Ski-touring

Experience spectacular terrain covered in the most incredible powder snow in the province. Find hard or soft adventure in the secluded wilderness of Wells Gray Park’s chalets and huts. If you love the thrill of making fresh tracks in the backcountry snow, the park offers ample powder, diverse terrain and mountain cabins owned and run by local outfitters, Wells Gray Adventures. Wells Gray Adventures offers multi-day guided backcountry ski-touring expeditions in the pristine peaks of Trophy and Fight Mountains in Wells Gray Park. Access the backcountry huts with Wells Gray Adventures via helicopter or Snowcat.

Backcountry skiing in Wells Gray has been a well-guarded secret among the locals for decades. With an average snowfall of 10 meters per year and a backcountry terrain that includes a great mix of sub-alpine, alpine, and naturally gladded trees, it provides ample backcountry skiing for all abilities.

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