Shames Mountain
About Shames Mountain
A legendary backcountry soul-patch in Northern BC, defined by its massive annual snowfall and rugged, community-run spirit.
Highlights
- Deep coastal powder
- Backcountry touring access
- Community-owned mountain
- Uncrowded wilderness terrain
Key Facts
- Altitude: 714m
- Top lift: 1161m
- Ski pistes: 19.4km
- Ski lifts: 3
Ski Area
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Weather and 10-day forecast for Shames Mountain
- Today: 6 to 9 °C, rain showers, 3 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 2370 m (2150 to 2930 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| dim. 20 sept. | 6 / 9 °C | rain showers | dry | 3 h sun |
| lun. 21 sept. | 4 / 10 °C | rain showers | dry | 2 h sun |
| mar. 22 sept. | 3 / 5 °C | rain showers | dry | 2 h sun |
| mer. 23 sept. | 2 / 6 °C | snow showers | dry | 0 h sun |
| jeu. 24 sept. | 1 / 8 °C | drizzle | dry | 0 h sun |
| ven. 25 sept. | -1 / 9 °C | clear sky | dry | 8 h sun |
| sam. 26 sept. | 1 / 3 °C | snow | dry | 0 h sun |
| dim. 27 sept. | 0 / 8 °C | overcast | dry | 1 h sun |
| lun. 28 sept. | 1 / 6 °C | snow showers | dry | 8 h sun |
| mar. 29 sept. | -1 / 5 °C | drizzle | dry | 1 h sun |
Getting to Shames Mountain
Door-to-door travel times as used by the MR. ALPS ranking.
- Nearest airport: Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat (YXT), 25 km away, about 58 min by road