|
Winter
|
What's better than heading out to the ski hills in the middle of winter? Unfortunately you won’t find much in terms of ski resorts in the city but a quick drive outside of downtown and you are on your way to one of the many great ski resorts in the greater Toronto region. Each of these ski hills are unique but each one of them offers experienced instructors and great slopes.
Whether you are a seasoned expert or just learning how… grab your skis because there are tons of choices for you to get out there. Here are a few of our favourite places to dust off the skis in the GTA.
 Blue Mountain
108 Jozo Weider Blvd
Collingwood
(705) 445-0231
1-877-445-0231
http://www.bluemountain.ca
About an hour and a half from Toronto skiers will find Blue Mountain which is Ontario's largest and most popular ski resorts in Ontario. Through the winter this ski resort boasts some of the best ski and snowboard terrain in Canada. Skiers and snowboarders, of all ages and abilities, will love the selection of 12 different lifts and 34 trails of varying difficulty. Not the best skier yet… well you can grab some lessons from one of the many professional instructors. Need a break from the slopes? You can always check out the village of shops and entertainment spots. Blue Mountain is a world class ski resort with impressive spa facilities. A definite must for the day or the weekend it's a perfect destination for snow lovers and those who feel like a little rest and relaxation
 Devil's Elbow
878 Bethany Hills Road
Bethany
(705) 277-2012
http://www.devilselbow.com
About an hour and a half north east of Toronto you will find Devil's Elbow Ski area which is nestled in the Kawartha Lakes district just minutes from Peterborough, Lindsay, Port Hope and Oshawa. The Elbow offers hours of fun for skiers and snowboarders from novice to expert. Snowboarders are welcome on the hills and equipment for both skiing and snowboarding are available for rent or sale at the Chalet. Licensed ski instructors at reasonable prices can be found at the Devil's Elbow Ski School. No over night accommodations here but it's a beautiful backdrop for down hill or cross country skiing.
 Hockley Valley Resort
R.R. #1
Orangeville
(416) 363-5490
1-519-942-0754
http://www.hockley.com
Located about an hour from Toronto you will find Hockley Valley. Many will be familiar with this resort as a meeting and conference centre but the recently renovated resort is also the perfect getaway for a winter ski vacation. Skiing and snowboarding is available on 14 alpine runs which are serviced by 5 lifts and lessons for both are available daily throughout the season. Once you are finished with your day on the slopes be sure to check out the full service spa which features luxury services ranging from a simple manicure or pedicure to full day spa packages.
 Horseshoe Valley Resort
1101 Horseshoe Valley Road
R. R. #1 Barrie
(416) 283-2988
1-800-461-5627
http://www.horseshoeresort.com
Just under an hour north of Toronto is Horseshoe Resort which is another favored mid-sized ski destination which is a favourite for those looking for some fun in the snow. Horseshoe claims to have the longest ski season in Southern Ontario, so chances are you won’t be disappointed at the start or end of the season. There are 23 trails and eight lifts, with an equal number of easy, intermediate and difficult runs.
 Mount St. Louis Moonstone Resort
24 Mount St. Louis Road
R. R. # 4 Coldwater
(705) 835-2112
1-877-835-2112
http://www.mslm.on.ca
Located just two hours north of Toronto snow lovers will find Mount St. Louis Moonstone which is one of the largest family operated ski resorts in Ontario. We love this resort even though it may be inaptly named, as its closing time is actually 4:30pm. This early closing time will discourage night skiers but for those looking for a day time adventure this is a beautiful place to check out. There is truly something for everyone with over 40 different slopes and 13 state-of-the-art chair lifts. Although Moonstone offers no overnight accommodations it’s a perfect day trip for both beginner and expert skiers.
 Talisman Mountain Resort
150 Talisman Mountain Drive
Kimberley
(519) 599-2520
1-800-265-3759
http://www.talisman.ca
Nestled near Collingwood about two hours from Toronto you will find Talisman Mountain Resort. The ski hill offers everything including cross-country, downhill skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing and dog sledding. Avid skiers will find tons of challenges to make sure things never get boring. There are seven lifts and 18 ski runs to choose from. The resort's six hundred foot vertical drop makes it one of the highest summits on the Ontario ski resort circuit, where most hills don't top four hundred feet. Not in the mood for snow fun? Well the resort offers world class amenities
|
|
|
A Torontonian for seven years now, Rick sat down with Experience Toronto's Sergio Alvarado to talk about his show and his move to the city... 
Toronto's small-town-girl turned cosmopolitan media personality Tanya Kim took a breather in between tapings to chat with Experience Toronto's Sergio Alvarado... 
Indie musician turned author John Crossingham chats about his love of music and his foray into book publishing... 
Do you wander through neighbourhoods and wish the locals could share their secrets with you? Check out Robyn Burnett's personal quest to find all the nooks that are hidden gems to the general public...
Show/Hide comments
Show/Hide comment form
Looking for somewhere to eat? Check out Experience Toronto's picks for Where to Eat in Toronto. Expert reviews that are organized by neighbourhood!