Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, located above the town of Golden in British Columbia, is renowned for its fearsome vertical drop and incredibly steep, rugged terrain. Situated in the Purcell Mountains, it is a crown jewel of Canada's famed 'Powder Highway,' drawing thrill-seekers with its deep, dry champagne powder and expansive alpine bowls. While beginners will find a dedicated learning area at the mountain base, Kicking Horse's true character shines in its upper reaches. The Golden Eagle Express gondola whisks skiers from the base straight to the summit, unlocking thousands of acres of steep chutes, tree runs, and hike-to terrain across four massive bowls, making it an undisputed mecca for advanced and expert freeriders.
