Blue Mountain Ontario Details and Photos
Collingwood, ON (Directions)
Last Updated: 5/24/2012 8:36 PM
Overview
- 10 Beginner
- 11 Intermediate
- 8 Advanced
- 7 Expert
Blue Mountain stretches across the Niagara Escarpment with 720 vertical feet, 15 lifts, and 36 trails ranging from beginner to double black diamond. You’ll enjoy plenty of on-snow time, with four high-speed six-person lifts across the resort. If you prefer to hit the hills after the sun sets, we have you covered with 24 trails and 11 lifts under the... lights. Read more
Operations
Status
Closed
Lifts Open/Total
0 of 15
Weekday Hours
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Trails Open/Total
0 of 36
Weekend Hours
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Stats & Conditions
Base Elevation
754 ft
24-hr Snowfall
0"
Vertical Drop
720 ft
Avg Base Depth
0"
Peak Elevation
1,474 ft
Photos
Blue Mountain Ontario Logo
Blue Mountain Ontario Trail Map
Reviews & Tips (6)
I went on January 21st, which was not reading week nor family day weekend. Granted, it was one of the first good snow days in Ontario. I realize Collingwood is the best local choice for the GTA, as previously mentioned. It's just too bad we have to squeeze such a large population on the hill. This is no fault of the resort though, and they do a great job of keeping runs groomed throughout the day. My original point still stands, if you're looking for more a more difficult run (glades, chutes, backcountry), you might consider the 7hour drive east to VT/QC/NH/NY/ME. If travelling isn't an option, our local hills will suffice.
written Mar 01 2012 - 01:09 PM
@madhatt:
If you don't like lineups, then you should have stayed away from Blue on a weekend that was: 1) the first good conditions all winter 2) family day weekend 3) the start of reading week. It was pretty much guaranteed to be busy.
Vermont is 550km from Toronto. I would say that most people who go to Blue aren't considering Vermont, Quebec, or anywhere else... it is just too far.
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written Feb 26 2012 - 09:08 AM
Considering the horrible winter Ontario has endured, the grooming and snow making staff did an excellent job. No lines at all, and pick an area where there aren't an abundance of skiers (easy to do) and the day will go great. Eating at full service restaurants not much more than at main stations, less crowded and quieter.
written Feb 16 2012 - 07:23 PM
This past weekend reminded me why I drive to Vermont or fly to B.C. to ski. There were constant lift lines from 10am - 10pm, mediocre snow conditions, super icy areas. The hill is extremely overcrowded with newbie skiers, who are unpredictable and leave you swerving and dodging to avoid injury.
Quite frankly, I felt more at risk of injury here than I did in the glades at Revelstoke with the potential of slipping on ice or nearly getting run over by riders out of control.
To conclude, Blue Mountain is still the largest and likely most challenging public hill in Ontario. The only comparable hill would be Holiday Valley in Western New York. If you do head to Blue Mountain, make sure you keep well aware of your surroundings. If you're an advanced skier, consider driving the extra few hours and go to Vermont.
written Jan 24 2012 - 09:24 AM
yes i would go again
written Jan 13 2012 - 08:43 PM
If you are staying overnight, stay at Mountain Springs. They are ski in ski out on the north side and you can take a free shuttle to the village. All units have kitchens, so pack a cooler. Get up early ski the north! Also do some night skiing, gorgeous views.
written Sep 07 2011 - 10:30 AM
