North America is home to some of the finest skiing and snowboarding terrain on the planet. From the legendary powder of Utah to the vast above-treeline bowls of Colorado and the coastal steeps of British Columbia, there is something for every kind of rider this season. Here are destinations worth putting at the top of your list for 2025–26.
Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia
With more than 8,100 acres of skiable terrain spread across two connected mountains, Whistler Blackcomb is consistently ranked among the top ski resorts in North America. The variety is extraordinary: groomed runs on the lower mountain, vast bowls and glacier terrain up high, a world-class terrain park, and legendary off-piste. The ski-in, ski-out village is one of the best in the world. Book accommodation early — Whistler fills up months in advance for peak season.
Park City, Utah
Utah's claim to have "The Greatest Snow on Earth" is more than marketing. The dry, light powder that falls across the Wasatch Mountains is a genuinely different experience from snow in many other regions. Park City Mountain is the largest ski resort in the US by acreage and offers outstanding terrain for all levels, including the excellent Canyons side. Nearby Deer Valley (skiers only) is worth at least one day for impeccably maintained runs and standout service.
Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Jackson Hole is where serious riders go. With a 4,139-foot vertical drop — among the longest in the US — and terrain that does not shy away from challenge, this mountain rewards skill. The infamous Corbet's Couloir has tested some of the world's best riders for decades. The lower mountain and Teton Village area provide excellent beginner and intermediate terrain, and the surrounding Grand Teton landscape is breathtaking in any weather.
Breckenridge, Colorado
Breckenridge sits at an elevation that makes it one of the highest ski resorts in North America. Peak 6 and Peak 7 offer excellent above-treeline bowl riding when conditions align. The town is one of the best ski towns in Colorado, with a charming historic Main Street packed with restaurants and independent shops. Five interconnected peaks and 187 trails provide strong variety for all ability levels.
Big Sky, Montana
If you are after space and uncrowded terrain, Big Sky delivers. With more than 5,800 acres and one of the lowest skier-density ratios of any major resort in North America, lift queues are often shorter and fresh tracks can last long after powder days. The Lone Peak tram accesses some of the most dramatic in-resort terrain on the continent. Big Sky pairs well with a backcountry day in the surrounding wilderness for experienced groups with proper training and equipment.
Mont-Tremblant, Quebec
For East Coast riders or anyone wanting French-Canadian culture alongside skiing, Mont-Tremblant is the flagship. The pedestrian village has a distinctive European character, the mountain offers more variety than most eastern resorts, and the après scene is excellent. Mont-Tremblant is also significantly more affordable than many western counterparts, making it one of the better value ski destinations on the continent.
Wherever you are headed this season, Boardom can help you buy and sell second-hand ski and snowboard equipment so more of your budget goes toward the mountain experience itself.