Where is Rogers Pass ski touring located?

Rogers Pass is located in Glacier National Park in British Columbia's Selkirk Mountains. It is one of the most famous backcountry ski touring destinations in Canada due to its deep snowpack and extensive alpine terrain.

Do you need a guide for ski touring in Rogers Pass?

A guide is not legally required, but hiring a certified mountain guide is strongly recommended due to complex avalanche terrain, navigation challenges, and changing weather conditions common in Rogers Pass.

What experience level is required for Rogers Pass ski touring?

Most guided ski touring trips in Rogers Pass are designed for intermediate to advanced skiers who are comfortable skiing ungroomed powder snow and climbing 800 to 1200 meters in a day.

When is the best time for ski touring in Rogers Pass?

The ski touring season in Rogers Pass typically runs from December through April. February and March often offer the most consistent powder conditions and stable snowpack.

What equipment is required for ski touring?

Required equipment includes touring skis or a splitboard, climbing skins, avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe, backpack, helmet, and appropriate winter clothing. Many guiding companies provide safety equipment if needed.

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Rogers Pass

Glacier National Park Ski Touring

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Guided backcountry skiing in Rogers Pass will leverage your time in the mountains. Rogers Pass has some of North America’s most exhilarating backcountry ski touring and splitboard terrain. Located in the Central Selkirk mountains in Western Canada, Rogers Pass affords advanced intermediate to expert skiers and splitboarders unparalleled backcountry ski touring.

Arctos Guides offers guided ski tours in Rogers Pass regularly. Our experienced ACMG guides prioritize safety while aiming to deliver the ultimate guided backcountry ski touring experience. From navigating alpine glaciers to carving turns in open bowls, shredding epic tree lines to riding steep couloirs, our guides will lead you on an unforgettable guided backcountry ski tour in Rogers Pass.

Our personalized guiding services are tailored to meet your individual preferences and skill level. Experience the difference of a private guided ski tour in Rogers Pass— flexible packages designed to create your dream adventure.

Rogers Pass Backcountry Skiing and Splitboarding

Rogers Pass Ski Tours

We cater to all levels of backcountry enthusiasts. We require guests to be at least an intermediate skier/rider who is comfortable riding powder snow and be able to move through mountainous terrain.

Intermediate to Expert Downhill Ski/ Split-board Ability

Moderate to Super Fitness

Previous Backcountry Skiing/Split-board touring Required

Rogers Pass Private Guiding

Rogers Pass guided ski tours custom built for you.

Certified Guides: ACMG or IFMGA certified guides who are expert riders. Our guides have extensive local knowledge of the terrain and snowpack. They are stoked to ski tour with you while delivering a you a safe, fun day in the mountains.

Classic Ski Tours: Youngs Peak, Dome Glacier, Video Peak, Little Sifton Traverse

Vertical: 1000m – unlimited. Three to five runs.

Terrain: Below treeline to alpine, open slopes, glades, chutes, pillows, powder.

Season: Early December – early April

Custom packages available: Let us set up your ski touring vacation. We know the nice places to stay, private chefs and hot spots to eat.

Max. Guest to Guide Ratio: 6:1

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