White Hills Resort is a not-for-profit ski and snowboard area owned by the Town of Clarenville and operated by the Alpine Development Alliance Corporation (ADAC).
White Hills Resort
100 White Hills Road Clarenville
Newfoundland and Labrador A5A 2B3
Toll free phone number: 1.877.466.4559
Local phone number: 1.709.466.4555
Information email: info@whitehillsresort.com
Employment email: skijobs@whitehillsresort.com
Please note that the resort is generally not staffed between mid-April and mid-November each year. Expect a delayed response to out-of-season phone or email messages.
White Hills Resort is one of only two ski and reason the island of Newfoundland and by far the closest ski and snowboard area to St. John’s, Paradise, Mt. Pearl, Bonavista, Marystown, and Gander. The resort access road leaves the Trans Canada Highway just to the west of Clarenville. From the highway it is only 6km to the slopes. Take it easy on the road to the resort, it is well maintained in winter but conditions can change rapidly.
Distances:
Bonavista 108km
Argentia (Nova Scotia Ferry) 138km
Gander 147km
Marystown 173km
St. John’s 185km
Fortune / St. Pierre and Miquelon (France Ferry) 234km
Corner Brook 502km
Port au Basques (Nova Scotia Ferry) 713km
Our opening date changes each year and is entirely dependent on weather and snow conditions. In recent seasons we’ve started sliding around the middle of January, although we’ll always open earlier if there’s snow to ski.
Usually in the first week of April. Like opening day, closing can be earlier or later depending on weather and snow.
Weather permitting, lifts run Wednesday to Sunday from 9:00am to 4:00pm (base area facilities open at 8:00am). The decision to open or close on any day is usually made by 6:30am after a weather and snow assessment.
White Hills Resort is a community owned, not-for-profit ski area. Our schedule aligns with when skiers and riders want to come to the hill. We are closed on Monday and Tuesday because history shows that very few people come on those days.
Snowmaking is a science and many elements have to line up to maximize output. At White Hills Resort wind direction (which determines humidity) is just as important as temperature. Typically, we need -5c or colder to allow snowmaking, but even at those temperatures if the humidity is too high production can be limited. Mother Nature calls the shots.
We regularly groom about 50% of skiable terrain but leave steeper trails untouched for more experienced skiers and riders. Ungroomed trails will close if snow conditions make them unsafe to ski.
Not at this time. Existing lighting at the top of the hill doesn’t meet modern safety standards.
We have pricing tailored to all ages and abilities including full-day and afternoon rates for adults, youth, families and groups. For more information click to lift ticket and Season Pass pricing.
Yes. We are pleased to offer Season Pass options for a family of four. For more information, click to lift ticket and Season Pass pricing.
Yes. Our Rental Shop has an excellent selection of Head skis, snowboards, boots, poles and helmets. We also have cross-country skis and snowshoes for rent. If you need equipment, we suggest that you come early in the day (especially on Saturday) as some sizes are limited. For more information click to the Equipment Rental and Snow School page.
Yes. We have a team of instructors with CSIA ski and CASI snowboard certification. For more information click to the Snow School page.
Yes. We operate a full food and beverage service in our Day Lodge.
Yes. Please be respectful of other guests. Stay only as long as you need to eat and warm up, clear your area, and get back out on the hill. Do not leave bags and other items on unoccupied tables.
No. Please note that Newfoundland and Labrador liquor licensing laws mean you cannot bring your own alcoholic beverages and consume them on resort. Head to Tips Up where the beer is cold and the fridge full.
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Please see our sponsor package options.
The best skiers and snowboarders (those who don't crash much) started with a lesson and probably still take them today. Sliding on a board is definitely more fun than floundering around in the snow.