Half of the pistes are suitable for beginners and intermediates and half of them, marked as red flagged, are suitable for experienced snowboarders. There is only one black piste, which is the West Wall at Coire na Ciste. You can reach the site by renting a car from Aberdeen airport or by coach.
Preferable period to visit with good quality snow is anytime between October and early June. Always check the weather before a visit, as strong winds may be the reason for shutting down the lifts. There are two schools with instructors that can help you learn snowboarding and they also provide the appropriate gear for rental.
There are rooms to let in the surrounding area, not far away from the ski resort with affordable prices.
Badger Pass Ski Area is a small ski area which is located in Yosemite National Park, near Mariposa, California, USA.
Methven is a small town in Canterbury region of the South Island. It is only 1.5 h drive at the west of Christchurch, the second largest city of New Zealand and is situated close to Mount Hutt, in the heart of Southern Alps.
Scotland's largest ski resort is based in Aberdeenshire. Glenshee Ski Center covers 790 ha/7.9 km² and with its 22 lifts and 36 runs, it's the UK's largest snow-sports resort. Mountains’ altitude can reach up to 1245 m/4084 ft, so expect to find rough conditions with quite a few black runs.
Val Saint-Come is a parish municipality in the Lanauriede region of Quebec, Canada and part of Matawinie Region Country Municipality. It is an ideal place for those who want to escape and get in touch with the snow environment. This spot can offer to its visitors the best conditions for their top holidays.
Alto Campoo is located in the Cantabrian Mountains of the northern part of Spain, occupying a high mountain valley near the town of Reinosa. It is a very popular spot of beautiful scenery, with the source of River Ebro nearby, one of Spain's longest rivers. Although it is a relatively small resort, it is still the biggest in the area, with stunning views and peaks of over 2000 m/6561 ft.
Mammoth Mountain is located in California’s eastern Sierra, at 100 mi/161 km south of Nevada State line and 50 minutes from the Eastern Gate of Yosemite National Park.
Just outside Inverness, at 17 km/10 mi away, there is an area suitable for kite-surfing, called Ardersier.
Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, located on the Swan River. The climate here is classified as Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and cool and wet winters. Immerse yourself in the unique combination of stunning natural surroundings, beautiful beaches with clear waters, greenery park-lands and outstanding city architecture that attract visitors all year long.
Sandend is a small fishing village in the north of Aberdeenshire, at 84 km / 52 mi away from Aberdeen.
Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, located on the Swan River. The climate here is classified as Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and cool and wet winters. Immerse yourself in the unique combination of stunning natural surroundings, beautiful beaches with clear waters, greenery park-lands and outstanding city architecture that attract visitors all year long.
Blair Atholl is a picturesque village situated at 10 miles/16 km away from the small town of Pitlochry, in the Eastern Scotland. These two places have an easy access to Falls of Bruar. Canyoning at Falls of Bruar is another exciting experience, provided in the Cairngorms National Park.
Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, located on the Swan River. The climate here is classified as Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and cool and wet winters. Immerse yourself in the unique combination of stunning natural surroundings, beautiful beaches with clear waters, greenery park-lands and outstanding city architecture that attract visitors all year long.
Nevis range is a ski resort in the Highlands of Scotland, located on the nothern slopes of Aonach Mor, the summit of the mountain. The resort is situated at about 10 km/6 mi from Fort William, the largest town in the Highlands. Fort William is a major tourist center, as it is considered a key destination for those who would like to take part in world class outdoor sporting activities.
Pennan is a small settlement, laid across Pennan beach. The area is windy from April to October and the spot is preferably chosen by surfers and wind surfers.
