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| Kimberley Alpine Resort is well known for it's consistent snow conditions, short lift lines, excellent variety of terrain and lots of winter sunshine! |
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With a $12 million investment for improvements to the ski area, along with an estimated $200 million invested in the construction of a resort village on the mountain, Kimberley is becoming a world-class destination resort.
With the convenient on hill accommodations, the variety of terrain and the charming town of Kimberley, it's time to discover this great ski destination.
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| Recent Kimberley Expansions |
1. New Base Area Village complete with new on-mountain ski-in, ski-out accommodations and guest services facility.
2. Installation of a high-speed quad chair getting skiers from the new base area to the summit in minutes.
3. Trails extended - some to more than 1,800 vertical feet and as a result 470 acres have been added to the resort.
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| Attractions of Kimberley! |
 True family ski destination
Known for consistent snowfalls
Exclusive beginners learning area
Illuminated night skiing available
Easy access from Cranbrook airport
Lots of ski-in, ski-out accommodation
European flavoured restaurants
Kidzrule Evening program
Historic and charming town
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| Activities in Kimberley |
 Night Skiing & Boarding
Trickle Creek Winter Adventure Park
Cross Country Skiing
Helicopter Taxi & Tours
Torchlight Parades
Fun Giant Slalom Races
Powderhounds Snowmobile Tours
Powderhounds Snowmobile Tours
Live Pub Entertainment
Local Movie Theatre
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| Kimberley Facts |
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(250) 423-4655 Ski Hill
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| Address: |
Kimberley Alpine Resort
Box 40
Kimberley, B.C. V1A 2Y5 |
| Phone: |
(250) 427-4881 Ski Hill Fax: (250) 427-3927 |
| Snow Phone: |
(205) 427-7332
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| E-mail: |
info@skikimberley.com |
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Web Page: |
www.skikimberley.com |
| Opening/Closing: |
December 5, 2003 until April 12, 2004
(dependant on snow) |
| Hours of Operation: |
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (seven days a week)
5pm to 9:30 pm night skiing Tues.-Sat.
* Night skiing ends March |
| Vertical Rise: |
751 metres (2,465 feet) |
| Base Elevation: |
1,230 metres (4,035 feet) |
| Summit Elevation: |
1,981 metres (6,500 feet) |
| Skiing Acreage: |
1,800 skiable acres |
| Number of Trails: |
67 defined trails plus numerous gladed areas |
| Terrain Difficulty: |
20% Beginner, 45% Intermediate, 35% Expert |
| Average Snowfall: |
400 cm (160 inches) |
| Snowmaking: |
none |
| Lifts: |
1 high speed quad, 2 triples, 2 doubles
2 T-bars, 2 Handle Tows 1 Magic Carpet |
| Lift Capacity: |
9,000 skiers per hour |
| Mountain Lodges: |
2 base day lodges (new Alpine Village), Mountain Top Cafeteria, North Star Centre (base) |
| Ski/Snowboard School: |
Offers a variety of skiing and boarding packages taught by
certified professionals. |
| Rentals: |
Equipment rentals available at the base area with everything from regular skis to mid / high performance skis. Demos also available |
| Ski Shops: |
Ski shop located at the base area in the new Trickle Creek Lodge. Also ski tuning and repair available. |
| Racing: |
Available for groups with advanced notice |
| Daycare: |
Fully licensed facility in the new guest services building for children 18 months and older. Reservations recommended. |
| Other Resort Features: |
Lockers and overnight ski storage available
Shuttle service to and from local accommodations as well as a complimentary shuttle to and from Cranbrook airport from the Corner Stone Lodge
Free guided tours available of the ski hill |
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