For skiers and snowboarders chasing the ultimate deep snow experience, few places in the world compare to the Selkirk and Monashee mountains. Towering peaks, endless glades, and a snowpack renowned for its quality make this corner of interior BC a true mecca for powder lovers. It’s the reason we’ve been skiing here since 1978, and why our guests keep coming back. 

A Legendary Snowpack 

Revelstoke sits at the heart of a unique weather system. Moisture-laden storms roll in from the Pacific and rise over the Columbia Mountains, dropping an average of 12–18 metres of snow every winter. The result? Consistent, reliable powder that stacks up day after day. 

Unlike coastal snow, the Selkirks and Monashees get a perfect blend: not too heavy, not too light. This balance creates amazing conditions and keeps skiing steep lines, open bowls, and tight trees all in play throughout the season. 

Terrain for Every Style 

One of the defining features of heli skiing in these ranges is variety. Within a single day, you might: 

• Float through gladed old-growth cedar forests in the Monashees 
• Open it up in alpine bowls and glaciers in the Selkirks 
• Link turns on long, sustained fall-line runs that seem to go on forever 

With over 500,000 acres of skiable terrain, the options feel endless. Whether you’re an advanced skier hungry for steeps or simply looking for that magical feeling of weightlessness in waist-deep snow, the mountains deliver. 

Storm Cycles and Bluebird Days 

The Selkirks and Monashees aren’t just about quantity, it’s the rhythm of the snow that makes them special. Storms roll in, reloading the mountains with fresh powder, then clear skies open up to reveal endless untracked lines. This cycle repeats all season, offering the perfect balance of storm skiing in the trees and bluebird days in the alpine. 

A Skier’s Bucket List Destination 

For many, heli skiing in the Selkirks and Monashees is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. For others, it becomes an annual tradition. The combination of legendary snow, iconic terrain, and the sheer scale of the backcountry makes these ranges truly unrivaled. 

At Selkirk Tangiers, we’ve been exploring these mountains for nearly five decades. Every run is chosen with care — balancing safety, snow quality, and the pursuit of unforgettable turns. 

Ready to experience it for yourself? Book your heli skiing trip today.