Welcome to a different side of Saskatchewan’s winter landscape – a side that may be unexpected in these flatlands. Saskatchewan is home to five downhill ski slopes, but instead of being found on towering mountains, most of these slopes are found in valleys carved by glaciers over 10,000 years ago. One of these unique ski hills – Mission Ridge Winter Park – helped launch the career of world-renowned Olympic snowboarder, Mark McMorris. It’s a testament to the terrain despite the lack of elevation, as well as the spirit of Saskatchewan and having the most fun with what we have. 

Here is a guide to Saskatchewan ski hills, where you can carve your way through valleys where ancient glaciers once did thousands of years ago.

Mission Ridge Winter Park

Set in the scenic Qu’Appelle Valley, Mission Ridge Winter Park offers fun for the whole family. The hill has one chairlift and two magic carpets taking you to one of the 13 runs ranging in difficulty for all levels of riders, as well as two terrain parks. Not sure if skiing or snowboarding is for you? Mission Ridge has a tube park for added winter fun. When it’s time to warm up, head into the lodge for food and drink until you’re ready to get back out on the slopes.

Mission Ridge Winter Park is located 75 km northeast of Regina in the Qu’Appelle Valley just outside the Town of Fort Qu’Appelle. They offer ski and snowboard rentals, as well as lessons.

Table Mountain Regional Park

Overlooking the beautiful Battle River Valley, Table Mountain Regional Park boasts two chairlifts and two magic carpets lifting you to a selection of 11 runs varying in difficulty for all levels of rider, along with a terrain park and tube park. When hunger sets in, head inside to the lodge restaurant and share stories with your fellow riders.

Table Mountain is located 16 km west of Battleford via Highway 40. They offer ski and snowboard rentals, as well as lessons.

Duck Mountain Ski Area

Duck Mountain Ski Area offers a whopping 22 runs cutting through the picturesque Little Boggy Creek Valley with two T-bars to get you up the top of the hill. There is also a bunny hill with a magic carpet lift and a family-friendly tube park, so everyone can enjoy this winter wonderland. At the bottom of the hill you’ll find the lodge with a cafeteria-style restaurant serving up delicious food that you can enjoy around a fire outside while you watch the other riders make their laps.

Duck Mountain Ski Area is located on the southern fringe of Duck Mountain Provincial Park. Accessible via the 11 km Ski Hill Road going south from Highway 57. They offer ski and snowboard rentals, as well as lessons.

Wapiti Valley Ski & Board Resort

Wapiti Valley Ski & Board Resort is nestled in the heart of the Saskatchewan River Valley. Fifteen runs and a terrain park cater to all abilities with both a quad chairlift and a magic carpet lift to get you to the top with gorgeous views of the river valley. Stop inside for the cafeteria style-restaurant to refuel for the day and stop by the lounge at the end of the day to share stories over a beverage.

Wapiti Valley Ski & Board Resort is located 50 km north of Melfort just off Highway 6. They offer ski and snowboard rentals, as well as lessons.

Ski Timber Ridge

Ski Timber Ridge is an intimate hill with 6 runs, terrain park and a T-bar and towrope to help you to the top of the hill. The charming and cozy atmosphere combined with its scenic location new Big River makes for a great winter family getaway. Despite its small size, Timber Ridge still offers a lodge to warm up in and grab a bite to eat.

Ski Timber Ridge is located 6 km south of Big River. They offer ski and snowboard rentals, as well as lessons.

No matter which ski hill you choose, Saskatchewan’s valleys hold some surprising winter adventures. So grab your skis or snowboard and hit the slopes in the heart of the prairies. The camaraderie of Saskatchewan’s ski communities will have you coming back for more.