Greg Polimis

Review of Silver Star Mountain Resort

I'm a Whistler/Blackcomb regular. I live in Toront...

I'm a Whistler/Blackcomb regular. I live in Toronto and fly out annually for at least a week to get my fix (for the record, I have not skied in Ontario for 6 years). Stopped in to Silver Star a few years ago returning to Toronto on a business trip. I rate this place VERY highly.
The mountain is very nice. Not as big as WB of course but I'm an advanced skier and I can have lots of fun here for a 3 days. Frontside is decent with some very nice 2X black diamond chutes. The crown jewel is to hook up with locals and tour the back country - absolutely stellar! They're only missing the open bowls but otherwise can rival Symphony and Harmony Bowls (go to Big White for that). Don't go on your own unless you know the woods - I know a local who's SAR that got lost for 2 days...
The town is nice. Great food and a good vibe - very different from WB, I'd call it more cosy.
Highly recommend - i'm looking forward to checking out Big White next!