Red is a gem of a resort - tucked away in southern BC it has some of the best terrain around. The resort is seeing considerable investment and expansion and ski-in ski-out accommodation is still affordable.

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Located in the heart of the newly redeveloped Red Mountain Resort, the Morning Star Residences put you within short reach of one of North America’s most beautiful ski resorts, blessed with natural terrain and deep powder. In the off-season, nearby mountains, lakes and streams provide the venue for unlimited outdoor activities for adventure-seekers of all ages. You’ll quickly become familiar with the residents of Rossland, British Columbia, a tight knit community of like-minded neighbours who share a passion for mountain living in this pristine environment.

Built in the crater of an extinct volcano in the Monashee Range, seven miles north of the United States border in Washington State, Rossland is a mountain city to top all mountain cities, proclaiming itself the Mountain Bike Capital of Canada.

In the spring of 1890, Joe Morris staked the first major claim on Red Mountain, which saw Rossland come into existence as a booming mining town, incorporated as a city in 1897.

Today, Rossland is a quiet residential town dependent for its livelihood on the giant Cominco operations at Trail, although there has recently been a resurgence of local mining activity. Rossland has inevitably become a sub-suburb of neighbouring Trail, but still attracts visitors with its historical museum, the Le Roi Gold Mine Tour and all manner of outdoor activities and sightseeing excursions.

Distances

It is about 614 kms (381 miles) by road east of Vancouver, BC and 560 kms (348 miles) west of Calgary, Alberta via Highways 3 and 3B. The US/Canada border is 10 kms (6 miles) south on Highway 22.

Summer activities

Top 10 Things To Do In the Summer

1. Bike or hike the EPIC Seven Summits Trail
2. Go for a dip in the outdoor Rossland pool
3. Check out the Gold Fever Follies
4. Fly fish in the Columbia River
5. Kayak on the Columbia River
6. Hike up Mt. Roberts on Canada Day and raise the 100 foot Canadian flag
7. Golf at Redstone Alpine Golf Resort
8. Swim in ‘BC’s Favorite Lake’ – Christina Lake
9. Take in the Rossland Weritage Walking Tour
10. Visit the Rossland Historical Museum and take a mine tour or try your luck at gold panning

Winter activities

Unsurpassed snow conditions and ideal ski slopes have made Rossland a winter mecca for skiers. Rossland boasts the Olympic renowned Red Mountain Ski Club, site of the 1968 World Cup Races, the first ever to be held Canada, and a world-class ski facility offering outstanding alpine and cross-country skiing.

Canadian and world skiing champions Nancy Greene and Kerrin Lee Gartner stepped onto their first skis on the slopes of Red Mountain. Red and adjoining Granite Mountain now attract thousands of winter sports enthusiasts from around the world. Skiing and Winter Recreation in the Kootenays.

Don't miss the wild 'n crazy Rossland Winter Carnival which takes place annually on the last weekend in January. The century-old winter festival, where crazy events outnumber the sane ones, and even the sane ones have crazy elements is a 'must see.'