Sasquatch Mountain Resort (Hemlock Valley)

Sasquatch Mountain Resort: Fraser Valley Skiing Near Harrison

Sasquatch Mountain Resort, still known to many locals by its old name, Hemlock Valley, is a mid-sized ski hill in the mountains above the Fraser Valley, about two hours east of Vancouver near Harrison Hot Springs and Agassiz. It is known for wide-open runs, heavy coastal snowfall, a relaxed family atmosphere and on-mountain accommodation.

The mountain

Sasquatch has roughly 300 acres of skiable terrain and close to 400 metres of vertical, served by chairlifts including the Whistle Punk Double, the Sasquatch Triple and the Yeti Cruiser Quad, plus conveyor lifts for beginners. There is a mix of gentle learning terrain, open intermediate runs and steeper pitches, as well as terrain parks and a lane-based snow tubing park. Slopeside cabins and condos make it one of the few ski areas near Vancouver where you can stay right on the hill.

2026–27 season

The 2025–26 season was a difficult one for Sasquatch, with the Sasquatch Triple (the Green Chair) not operating and guest complaints about parking and tubing. In fall 2026 the resort shared an operations update with new operating dates and hours and new pass products, and it typically opens in mid-to-late December when snow allows. Because lift availability has been uncertain, check the resort's lift status and snow report before you make the drive.

Tickets and passes

Lift tickets are generally cheaper than on the North Shore or at Whistler, and Sasquatch is listed on the Indy Pass. Season passholders at partner hills have often received discounts at Sasquatch through reciprocal deals. Check the official website for current prices and operating days.

Getting there from Vancouver

Take Highway 1 east, then Highway 7 toward Harrison Mills, and follow Hemlock Valley Road up the mountain. The access road is steep and winding, so winter tires are essential and chains are recommended in heavy snow. Harrison Hot Springs is a good base for a weekend that pairs skiing with a soak.

Good to know

• Best for: families, budget-friendly ski days and slopeside weekends.
• Season: typically mid or late December to early April.
• Nearby: Harrison Hot Springs, Agassiz and Chilliwack.

Comparing mountains? See our full guide to ski resorts near Vancouver for 2026–27, with opening dates, passes and where to stay.

Photo: Stonerabbit, Ratney, Bardean by Kyle Pearce, licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.