Ripley Creek Inn @ Last Frontier Heliskiing
Ripley Creek Inn @ Last Frontier Heliskiing
Small groups, top area and a special hotel
Golden heliskiing times in the mining village: Fortune hunters once chased shiny precious metal around Stewart, today freeriders come in search of deep powder. There is plenty of it in the north of British Columbia. In the Coast Mountains, the Last Frontier heliski area regularly sinks under up to 25 meters of snow per season. On the border with Alaska, you can powder in small groups of up to four people and with guaranteed vertical meters. Read more.
At 10,100 square kilometers, the Last Frontier heliski area is one of the largest and best in the world - and only for very good skiers and snowboarders. Along the saltwater fjord "Portland Canal", spectacular peaks and wide glaciers are lined up next to each other, and old stands of trees allow top tree skiing. Thanks to the small group size, the skiing skills of skiers and snowboarders can be finely tuned to each other. In addition, small groups usually mean less waiting time and therefore more time for freeriding.
The first-class heliskiing with Last Frontier alone justifies the long journey, but what makes the trip really special is the stay at the quirky Ripley Creek Inn. The Down Day activities are also quite remarkable. In addition to a stroll through the historic streets of Stewart, a town of 300 people, a trip to Alaska is one of the most popular activities. Beyond the border you will be "hyderized " - you have to experience it!
Height of the base:
0m
Altitude of the ski area:
900 - 2'700m
Size of the area:
10'100 km2
Snow depth:
25m at 1'500m above sea level.
Helicopter: A-Star B2/B3
Heli launch site: approx. 3 minutes drive
Approx. 1,000 descents
Longest descent: 2'000 m
ø descent: 850 m
Group size:
max.: 4 guests + 1 guide per helicopter
Coast Mountains:
60% alpine, 40% forest
Our verdict on Last Frontier Heliskiing
Loads of snow, challenging terrain and spectacular peaks in a gigantic area: heliskiing with Last Frontier is perfect for very good and experienced freeriders. The small groups are a big plus for all those who want to make as many descents as possible and powder with skiers and snowboarders of equal ability. Guaranteed vertical meters give you planning security. Overnight stays at the rustic Ripley Creek Inn are an experience in themselves. Our conclusion: Ripley Creek by Last Frontier is the ideal mix of outstanding heliskiing and the charm of an authentic village in Canada's wilderness.
Do you have any questions about Last Frontier Heliskiing ?
We know Last Frontier Heliskiing personally and are always happy to answer your questions. You can reach us via chat or info@travel-zone.ch or by phone (Mon - Fri 9.00-18.00): +41 41 552 55 00.
The quaint Ripley Creek Inn is a collection of historic buildings in the village of Stewart and can accommodate up to 24 people. Former clothing store or gold miner's home - no two rooms are the same. Meals are served across the street at the Bitter Creek Café, which transforms into a bar in the evenings. Hot tub and sauna make up the wellness program. The helipads are located both in the village (approx. 3 minutes for the 1st group) and 15 to 40 minutes away from the hotel for the 2nd or 3rd group.
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- Number of nights as per arrangement, based on double room
- Full board incl. non-alcoholic drinks
- Number of days heliskiing as per arrangement
- Included / guaranteed vertical meters
- 4 days / 17,500 vertical meters guaranteed
- 5 days / 22,000 vertical meters guaranteed
- 7 days / 30,500 vertical meters guaranteed
- Powder skis with poles or snowboard
- Avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe
- Avalanche airbag
- Radio for each group
- ski shop
- Stretching before breakfast
- WLAN
- Washing machine
- Downday activities: trip to Alaska, snowshoeing, exploring the city, museum visit, clay pigeon shooting, campfire
Additional costs:
- Alcoholic drinks
- Sports massages
- gratuities
First you land in Vancouver, which is the destination airport. You then take a 90-minute domestic flight to Smithers or Terrace. The subsequent bus transfer to Stewart takes a good four hours.
- Next airport: Smithers or Terrace
- Transfer: Shuttle bus
- Transfer time: 4 hours
Private tours: Heliskiing according to your wishes. Thanks to unlimited vertical meters, you can ski as much as you like - at no extra charge. However, a certain number of flying hours is guaranteed. The helicopter and two guides are exclusively available to your group. The program is designed for a maximum of four freeriders, but can be doubled to two groups of four people each on request.
