Cypress Mountain, Canada
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A mountain which must have some of the world’s most breath taking views overlooking Vancouver bay and all the islands out to sea reportedly the site for the snowboarding events at the 2010 Olympics which are based in Vancouver
Cypress Mountain is one of three local mountains in the Vancouver area (the other two being Grouse Mountain and Mt Seymour). Situated 30 minutes drive from Vancouver, Cypress Mountain caters largely for people living in the city. It's a relatively small resort with five chairlifts, 2 high-speed quads, 1 quad and 2 doubles. The terrain on offer is very much beginner to intermediate level, but that doesn’t deter the large number of ‘Vancouverites’ who flock here. Night-boarding is one of the biggest draws at Cypress, offering uncrowded riding for the true enthusiasts until 10pm every night.
The 2010 Winter Olympic halfpipe and boardercross comps will be held here so expect some big improvements over the next few years; a new day lodge along with more terrain from a new chair. Its a good slope to learn on and has more interesting freeride terrain than the other resorts closeby.

Cypress Mountain Olympic 2010 preparations
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During the week it can be very quiet, sometimes just you and a few school groups in lessons. This, along with the occasional great snow, can create a fun day riding. Avoid weekends and holidays as it tends to become overcome with weekend warriors from the city, with busy slopes and long lift lines.
New for season
2006/7: over the next 2 years they'll be gearing up for 2010 Olympics. 7 new advanced runs serviced by a new quad chairlift, in total 100 acres of new terrain. New day lodge
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Resort Statistics
Resort Type:
Alpine
Winter: Dec to April
Summer: none
Lifts
Total Lifts: 7
Chair lifts: 5
Other lifts: 1 magic carpet, 1 tube tow
Board Leashes required: Yes
Mountain
Total pistes/trails: 38
Total ride area: 128 acres
Longest run: 1.3miles (2.1km)
Top lift: 1432m
Vertical drop: 522m
First lift: 910m
Piste suitability
Green runs: 23%
Red runs: 37%
Black runs: 40%
Lift Passes
| Low Season | High Season | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAD | GBP | CAD | GBP | |
| Day Pass | 45.00 | 29.23 | 52.00 | 33.78 |
| 6-Day Pass | - | - | - | - |
| 6-Day Linked area Pass | - | - | - | - |
| CAD | GBP | |
|---|---|---|
| Season Pass: | - | - |
Lift Passes:
Evening $36.19
Night $32.38
Lift times:8.30am to 10.00pm
Snowfall
Average annual snowfall: 6.22m
Facilities
| CAD | GBP | |
|---|---|---|
| Days Rental of Board & Boots: | 42.00 | 27.29 |
| 4hr Group Lesson (full day): | - | - |
| 4hr Private Lesson (full day): | - | - |
Snowboard Schools:
2 Hours $40
Snowboard Hire:
Board and Boots $48.21 for the top gear per Day
Night Riding: :
15 Dec to 28 Mar till 10pm on all main runs
Other activities
Heliboarding: :
Not available
Snowmobiles:
Not available
Further information
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Summary
Mid-week, with new snow, can be a good for a day's riding. Not much fun on weekends and for long periods. If you're looking for park; go to Grouse or Seymour nearby. Night riding and the beginner slope are its main pluses.
ON THE SLOPES: Local and small, but some good snow days
OFF THE SLOPES: Vancouver is just 30 mins away
MONEY WISE: Day pass is good value if you use it for night riding as well. It would be a good place to learn before going to a destination resort... Whistler anyone?
Terrain & parks
HALFPIPE:
Yes - 1
TERRAIN PARK:
Yes - 1
BACKCOUNTRY/OFF-PISTE:Yes
TREE RUNS:Yes
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Olympic snowboard preparations 11Feb10
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A new Home for the Olympic Rings at Cypress Mountain. Posted Sept 8, 2010
The Olympic Rings at Cypress Mountain have been relocated to the Alpine Base area accross from the Cypress Creek Lodge! See photo ... Wed 08 Sep 10 -
CFOX Win a Season Pass Contest - Play the Game! Posted Sept 7, 2010
Play the snowboarding game below for the chance to win a CYPRESS MOUNTAIN Unlimited Gold Adult Seasons Pass compliments of Cypress Mountain. http://www.cfox.com/contests/cypress_mountain.aspx ... Tue 07 Sep 10 -
Mountain Update - September 7, 2010
We are only a few weeks away from completing the major restoration of the Olympic Venue slopes at Cypress Mountain. Re-grading and clean-up of Panorama, Cascade, Lower Fork and Hutch is complete and night lighting is currently being ... Tue 07 Sep 10 -
Group/Corporate Rates for the 10-11 winter season are now available!
Cypress Group/Corporate rates are now available! Check out the Corporate/Group sales page for further info as well as the benefits of being a group leader! Don't forget to download the 10-11 Group Leader Info Kit for rates and full details; this ... Fri 16 Jul 10 -
Whats New for the 2010-2011 Winter Season? Posted June 17, 2010
Go BIG and Stay Home at Cypress MountainCypress Mountain is busy preparing for the 2010-2011 winter season. The clean-up of the Olympic Venues is almost complete and we are certainly looking forward to getting back to a winter season with ... Thu 17 Jun 10
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Park Jam - Terrain Park Event
MONSTER JAM in the BELL POWER PARK this SUNDAY April 11th Join us in the Sunrise Bell Power Park this Sunday at 11:30am for a MONSTER JAM! FREE TO ENTER and Tons of prizes to be WON! Check in to the Guest Relations office to sign your Special ... Mon 22 Mar 10 -
Nordic SpringFest - Family Fun day at the Hollyburn Lodge.
Sun, 2010-03-28 02 ... Mon 26 Oct 09 -
Adam Woodall in the Crazy Raven Bar & Grill - St. Pats Day
Join Us on St. Patricks Day in the Crazy Raven Bar & Grill for the Adam Woodall Band! Show starts at 4:30pm! Wed, 2010-03-17 16 ... Mon 15 Mar 10 -
Cypress Re-Opens to the Public
Tue, 2010-03-09 09 ... Wed 15 Jul 09
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Weather & conditions
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09/09/2010
Date of Update: September 9, 2010 at 9:00am Alpine Area Update: A ... Thu 09 Sep 10 -
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09/07/2010
Date of Update: September 7, 2010 at 9:00am Alpine Area Update: A ... Tue 07 Sep 10 -
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09/03/2010
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09/02/2010
Date of Update: September 2, 2010 at 9:00am Alpine Area Update: A ... Thu 02 Sep 10
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