What is Cat Skiing and Why Are Powder Lovers Obsessed?
If you're chasing untracked powder in remote alpine terrain, cat skiing is your golden ticket. Unlike resort skiing, cat skiing takes you far into the backcountry, where a snowcat vehicle hauls you up untouched slopes. With options like backcountry cat skiing in Revelstoke, Whistler, and Mustang Powder, it’s no wonder skiers worldwide are adding it to their bucket lists.
What’s Included in the Price?
Most cat skiing costs cover:
- Guided skiing/snowboarding
- Use of a snowcat
- Avalanche safety gear (beacon, probe, shovel)
- Pre-ski safety briefing
- Meals (especially in multi-day trips)
- Lodge accommodations (for overnight packages)
Not included:
- Rentals (skis/snowboard)
- Alcohol
- Travel to the staging area
Is It Worth It?
If you’re comparing to a regular resort lift ticket , cat skiing is more expensive but it offers:
- Untracked snow all day
- No lift lines
- Personalized guiding
- A backcountry experience without needing to skin or hike
Many experienced skiers and snowboarders see it as the best value per powder turn in the industry.
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