Fine fall-line skiing is the main attraction of Apex, 20 miles west of Penticton, B.C. It's a family resort with 67 groomed runs on 2,000 feet of vertical. An alpine-style village, Apex is at the base of the ski trails, where businesses pay homage to the region's heritage—mining. There's the Rock Oven Bar and Grill, the Edge Bistro, the Gunbarrel Saloon, and more.

Terrain variety is one of Apex’s greatest assets. For challenging thrills, check out the steep, narrow chutes on the north side or do some hotdogging in the Pit. A 17-foot in-ground superpipe and a new World Cup mogul course will keep the rush-factor high. Beginners and intermediates will find their footing on plenty of gently rolling slopes—the Magic Carpet Lift, Grandfather’s Trail, and Juniper cater to newbies and those still honing their skills.