Ski Smithers vs Whitewater

Ski Smithers (British Columbia) and Whitewater (British Columbia) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatSki SmithersWhitewater
Vertical drop1,729 ft (527 m)2,044 ft (623 m)
Summit elevation5,479 ft6,706 ft
Base elevation3,750 ft4,662 ft
Lifts44
Runs4381
Beginner terrain48%20%
Intermediate terrain33%40%
Expert terrain19%40%
Night skiing-No

Whitewater has the bigger vertical (2,044 ft vs 1,729 ft); Whitewater has more runs (81 vs 43); Whitewater skews more expert (40% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Ski SmithersNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
WhitewaterNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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