Located in the stunning Purcell Range of the Canadian Rockies, Kimberley Alpine Resort provides beautiful views in a laid back and friendly atmosphere. The resort is known for great snow conditions, plenty of sunshine, and consistent snowfall of dry, Purcell powder. Kimberley offers a wide variety of terrain to satisfy all ability levels: the front side of the mountain is well-suited for beginner and novice snow enthusiasts who enjoy long, wide-open trails that are groomed to perfection. The Easter Bowl on the backside is a haven for the more adventurous type, with gladed terrain, moguls, and long-lasting powder stashes. Explore the town of Kimberley: there's great shopping and dining found in its downtown Bavarian-themed Platzl area. Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Resort Information: Lifts: : 1 HS Quad, 2 Triples, 2 Doubles, 2 t-bars, 2 handle tows, 1 magic carpet Ski Base Elevation 4,035ft Peak Elevation 6,500ft Skiable area: 1,800 acres / 67 runs Ability: 20% beginner, 45% intermediate, 35% advanced SkiTops University - Resource links down this page: Transportation Resort Misconceptions Top Selling Points Best Client Type Recommendations / Highlights Other Resort Activities Unique Resort Features Latest Newsletter Take The Test Consumer Info Page Trail Maps General Information - As provided by the resort: Air Service to Resort: Expansion of the Cranbrook Airport, which will soon be named the Canadian Rockies International Airport. Significant changes to the airport are currently underway to accommodate larger aircraft and more passengers '06. Of significant interest is the construction of a CBSA (Canada Customs and Immigrations) facility to ensure timely processing of passengers is available on demand Other Transportation Options: Car Rentals - available at Cranbrook, Calgary & Vancouver Airports. Greyhound buslines provides bus service across Canada and into Kimberley. Cranbrook Airport & Fernie Alpine Resort shuttle service available. Contact the Resort for more information. Common Misperceptions: #1 Small ski hill - has grown to become the 5th largest ski area in British Columbia. #2 No advanced terrain - with the expansion of terrain the Resort now has 35% black diamond runs consisting of steeps, tree skiing, bumps and gullies. Top 5 Selling Points: #1. On-mountain facilities include lots of on-mountain & ski in ski out lodging, restaurants, pubs, activities #2 Value - best price & best product #3 Weather - lots of sun #4 Excellent Snow - consistent snow conditions, 14ft a season, expecting above average snow fall this season #5 Community - Kimberley is only 1.5km down the road with great restaurants, pubs, shops & activities! Shuttle available. Best Resort Client: Families, groups Recommendations / Highlights: Stemwinder Restaurant - Historic mining theme Ol'Baeurnhaus Restaurant - Over 450 year old Austrian barn dismantled, brought over to Canada and rebuilt as an amazing Austrian & German restaurant. Kimberley Nordic Trail System - 33km of cross country trails, and a 3.5 km loop that's lit for night skiing. Dog Sledding on Trickle Creek Golf Resort! Other Activities: Cross country skiing, snowshoeing, dog sledding, snowmobiling, skating, hockey (to play or watch), curling, bowling, movie theatre, KidzRule Evening Program, bonfires, tobaganning, helicopter tours and taxi service to other nearby resorts such as Fernie. What's New This Year: Revised Beginner Area - With programs expanding and more people taking lessons, we needed more space, so we created it! For 2006/07, The Owl Learning area will have a new 200 foot long magic carpet with a corralled, low-angle learning slope. In addition, existing terrain will be re-contoured to offer beginners a wider, lower angle slope to master the initial skills before heading up the North Star Express Quad. Why This Resort is Special or Unique: Kimberley is a mining town turning to Resort destination. Lots of history. The "Platzl" in downtown Kimberley is a pedestrian shopping and restaurant area with a Bavarian/Alpine theme. Great "true" local charm! Take the SkiTops University Test - Click Here SkiTops Contact / Web Site at Resorts of the Canadian Rockies: Click Here For the Supplier Membership List P.O. Box 191981 - Sacramento, California, U.S.A. 95819 info@skitops.com | Back | Members Home | Site Home | Contacts SkiTops.com: