Blackcomb Mountain opened today, joining Whistler Mountain which opened six
days early on November 18. 4,300 acres and over 4,085 vertical feet of skiing
and riding is currently available, more than anywhere else in the world at this
time. Currently 13 lifts, one full terrain park line, and a 15 foot half pipe
are open.
“We are very excited to
open Blackcomb Mountain with such incredible snow conditions and coverage,”
explained Doug Macfarlane, Mountain Manager of Whistler Blackcomb. “To be able
to offer 4,300 acres in November is really exciting, and offers our guests an
amazing experience on both mountains.”
Cumulatively this
November, 237cm (7.7 feet) of snow has fallen, surpassing the average November
snowfall of 165cm (5.4 Feet). Another 85cm (2.8 feet) of snow is forecasted to
fall by Monday.
Seven lifts are
currently in operation on Blackcomb Mountain including the Excalibur Gondola,
Wizard Chair, Solar Coaster Chair, Excelerator Chair, Catskinner Chair, Crystal
Chair and Jersey Cream Chair. The Whistler Village Gondola, Creekside Gondola,
Emerald Express, Garbanzo Express and Big Red Express will be running on
Whistler Mountain bringing the total lifts in operation to 13, including the
PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola. Skiing and riding will available right to the village this
weekend, one of the earliest dates that a ski out has been available.
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