Winter activities

Mount Revelstoke National Park is in avalanche country. Check Avalanche Canada for the latest avalanche forecast information. Winter travelers must be knowledgeable of avalanche terrain and have self-rescue capability and appropriate training to ensure their own safety.

The lower area of the Meadows in the Sky Parkway is rated as simple avalanche terrain, and visitors should be alert for snow slumping from rock-cuts along the roadway.

Please note that the Nels Nelsen Ski Jump is an avalanche area, use at your own risk, and is not open to the public in winter.

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Snowshoeing

The Columbia Mountains are known for their legendary volume of snow. Strap on your snowshoes and enjoy the following trails on lower Mount Revelstoke. There is something for all fitness and experience levels.

Snowshoe-friendly trails

• Mount Revelstoke trail (connector trail to Revelstoke townsite)
• 23 Connector trail
• Soren Sorensen 2 km and 5 km loops
• Meadows in the Sky Parkway up to Monashee Viewpoint (closed to vehicle traffic during winter)
• Inspiration Woods
• Summit trail*

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Fat biking

Hop on a fat bike and embrace the local cycling culture during winter. There is no trail grooming in the park, but fat bikes are allowed on the following trails:

• Mount Revelstoke (Cycling route only)
• 23 Connector trail
• Meadows in the Sky Parkway* (closed to vehicle traffic during winter).
• Soren Sorensen 2 km and 5 km loops

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Nordic skiing

Nordic skiing is permitted on the Meadows in the Sky Parkway, which is closed to vehicle traffic during the winter; however, it it not a groomed trail. Groomed nordic ski trails are offered at the Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club and on the Greenbelt trails, when weather allows.

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Backcountry ski touring

The mountainous terrain and heavy snowfall in Mount Revelstoke National Park create ski touring opportunities at higher elevations. The terrain suitable for ski touring is mostly remote and requires the skills, experience and fitness level necessary for long distance travel in avalanche terrain. Overnight use is only permitted in designated backcountry areas and requires a backcountry permit. See winter camping information below.

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Winter backcountry camping (November 1 - April 30)

Winter backcountry camping is only allowed more than five kilometres from the Trans-Canada Highway and Highway 23N. Special conditions apply, see the Random Camping information.  

Winter backcountry camping requires:

• A backcountry permit 
• A national park pass

To travel in the backcountry in winter you should:

• Understand the risks of backcountry recreation, how to travel in avalanche terrain and how to practice self-rescue techniques.
• Have an avalanche transceiver, shovel, and probe for every member of the group.
• Check today's Avalanche Bulletin to determine the current conditions.
• Carefully plan your route using online resources, maps, guidebooks and information from Parks Canada.

There is no winter frontcountry camping in Mount Revelstoke National Park and sleeping in vehicles in parking areas is prohibited. 

Visit the backcountry camping page for more information.

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Cabins

Caribou cabin

The Caribou Cabin is nestled in the subalpine forest of Mount Revelstoke National Park around 1550 meters elevation. The rustic cabin is available for private rentals during the winter months and can be accessed by ski or snowshoe via the summit trail or the Meadows in the Sky Parkway. It takes 4-6 hours, or possibly longer, to reach Caribou Cabin depending on the route, snow conditions, and the group's strength.

Find out more.

Monashee cabin

The Monashee Cabin is a day use cabin overlooking the Town of Revelstoke, located at the popular Monashee viewpoint along the Meadows in the Sky Parkway. During the winter months, the cabin is open for shelter and has a wood burning fireplace that can be used with the wood provided (Quantity is limited, use respectfully).

Winter enthusiasts can snowshoe up the Summit Trail or XC ski on the snowy Meadows in the Sky Parkway to the beautiful day use area. Overnight use is prohibited.

Option 1 (8km): Park at the turnaround near the gate on the Meadows in the Sky Parkway, just before the entrance kiosk(closed during winter). Follow the road for 8 km as it switches back up the mountain. The day use area will be on your right.

Option 2 (2km): Park at the Nels Nelsen parking lot . From there, take the Summit Trail. Walk to the 2nd road crossing, where you will turn left. Follow the road shortly and the day use area will be on your left.

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Winter Driving

In winter, Mount Revelstoke National Park can be accessed by vehicle to the Nels Nelsen parking area and to the gate by the Welcome Kiosk on the Meadows in the Sky Parkway. It is plowed as a secondary road as and when possible following significant snowfall.