Find Your Perfect Ski Day in Timmins

This year, warm up to some cool winter activities and enjoy all that the season has to offer by hitting the slopes right here in the City of Timmins.
a snowboarder flips upside-down off a jump, followed by a blast of powder snow against a vivid blue sky.

Some of the best ski resorts in Northern Ontario are found in Timmins. Just a few hours north of the GTA, our scenic region has a bunch of diverse options for skiers and snowboarders alike—plus some fantastic après-ski options to help you unwind after a day on the slopes. Check out these amazing and highly recommended skiing, snowboarding and tubing destinations in Timmins for the winter season of a lifetime.

Mount Jamieson Resort

Mount Jamieson Ski Resort from the top of the ski hill, surrounded in frosty trees and silvery winter clouds. a wide view of the side of the Mount Jamieson Resort lodge with snow on the ground and snowboards sticking out of it in front of the side of the building
Visit the Mount Jamieson Resort for a fun and exciting winter season. // Photo credits Mount Jamieson Resort Facebook

Have you ever wanted to ski down a once-active volcano? If so, then be sure to wax your skis, grab your snowboard and hold onto your goggles as you visit the amazing Mount Jamieson Resort for a day full of fun and memories! Formerly known as the Kamiskotia Snow Resort, the Mount Jamieson Resort is built on top of the once-active Mount Jamieson volcano and offers amazing top-of-the-line, skiing, snowboarding and tubing opportunities for individuals of all ages.

Enjoy an exciting and thrilling day at the slopes with your friends and family before taking a break for a beverage or a bite to eat at the Kam Eatery, which includes delicious food from the Red Seal Catering company. Visit the outdoor hilltop bar known as the Foggy Goggle and the indoor Tbar bar, which are all located on-site. Offering mouthwatering, locally sourced breakfasts and lunches and local craft beer, the Mount Jamieson Resort has all of your refuelling needs covered to keep you going throughout the entire day. For those who are interested in enjoying a delectable dinner on the slopes, be sure to sign up for their extraordinary Ride N Dine Nights—enjoy the best combination of sledding and eating under the Northern lights!

a plate containing eggs benedict, waffles, bacon and toast with a drink beside it peoples who are snowmobiling one behind the other down a tree-lines trail of snow a cutting board that has some of the food that is at the Mount Jamieson Resort with a wine glass placed beside it
Enjoy some of the amazing food and outstanding events that are held every year at the Mount Jamieson Resort. // Photo credits Mount Jamieson Resort Facebook

For those who prefer to stay longer, the fun doesn’t have to stop at the end of the day. Mount Jamieson Resort offers night tubing programs which will allow you to experience a fun and extravagant night under the stars. Or, if you're interested in learning how to downhill ski, the Mount Jamieson Resort also offers top-of-the-line lessons and camps for individuals and groups of any skill level. You can choose private, group or freestyle lessons that are designed to develop your skills based on your previous skiing experience. 

Peoples dressed in warm clothing are standing and sitting at the top of the ski hill and are holding their skis 4 skiiers are dressed in their winter clothes and are wearing skis while riding a chair lift. Behind them is a sunset
Take advantage of all the fantastic programs and amenities that are available at the Mount Jamieson Resort, day or night. // Photo credits Mount Jamieson Facebook

Offering delicious meals, weekend, half-day, full-day and season passes, and top-notch services such as rentals, repairs, and programs, the Mount Jamieson Resort has everything you need to experience an unforgettable adventure right here in the beautiful forests of Northern Ontario. For more information and to book your lessons, be sure to visit their website and follow them on Facebook.

Porcupine Ski Runners

Founded in 1972 and located right here in the beautiful City of Timmins, Porcupine Ski Runners is the largest volunteer-run cross-country ski club in all of Canada. Members and day pass users have the opportunity to relax, refuel, change and warm up inside of the newly constructed x strata copper chalet before hitting the slopes or snowshoeing the beautiful, well-maintained, illuminated and colour-coded trails of Northern Ontario.

Porcupine Runners Ski lodge on a snowy day, with skiiers crowded around it, walking and chatting with their ski gear in hand.
Enjoy a memorable and exciting snowshoeing or cross-country experience with the Porcupine Ski Runners this winter! // Photo credit Claude J Gagnon

If you’re a master at skiing and are looking forward to a challenge this winter, be sure to test your skills and attempt to ski down the rotary trail all the way to South Porcupine. Ski 1000 km or more to have your name listed as an official member of the 1000 km ski club! For those who are new to skiing and snowshoeing, we suggest you try the green trail first, as it is the best trail to learn from. Porcupine Ski Runners allows you to go up in trail difficulty by using their helpful colour-coded ski and snowshoe trail system. They hold competitions and offer amazing skill development programs, including a ski playground that allows children to naturally learn the fundamentals of cross-country skiing while having fun at the same time. 

For your convenience, the lodge also offers fantastic equipment rentals at a reasonable price for those who need skis, boots, poles or snowshoes and offers top-of-the-line services such as ski waxing, wax sales and ski lessons.

a glimpse of the snow-covered snowshoe trail which goes in between the trees of the forests in the City of Timmins 2 skiiers, one dressed in a red coat and one in a yellow coat are skiing down the GoldCorp trail at the Porcupine Ski Runners a skiier is dressed in a blue and green ski suit and is skiing a along a trail
Porcupine Ski Runners offers a range of fun skiing experiences for all skill levels. // Photo credits Claude J Gagnon

Immerse yourself in the calm and soothing sounds of nature as you ski or snowshoe your way through the stunning forest and wilderness of Northern Ontario. You might even catch a glimpse of a snowy owl, lynx, moose, fox, snow hare, partridge, elk or other animals that live in the area. Porcupine Ski Runners is located in a stunning location which offers a breathtaking view of nature and wildlife, making it a popular place to be year-round. Its newly-renovated lodge includes a sizeable open-concept main lounge with a capacity of up to 80 people, and amenities include kitchen access, free and reliable Wi-Fi services, and a large parking lot making it the perfect location for hosting meetings, conventions and events. Visit the Porcupine Ski Runners website more information or follow them on Facebook and start planning the perfect day, event or outing for you. 

a wide view of the inside of the Porcupine Ski Runners lodge which features red walls and approximately 4 tables and chairs in the middle of the room, a fireplace on the left corner and some benches on either side of the walls The kitchen of the Porcupine Ski Runners which is seen as a wide view through the take out window a wide view of the dressing rooms at the Porcupine Ski Runners which features shelves with cubby holes on either side and three doors leading to the bathroom, change room and shower
Enjoy all of the amazing amenities that are located at Porcupine Ski Runners Lodge such as their fantastic kitchen, comfortable lounge and convenient change rooms. // Photo credits Claude J Gagnon
Cross-country skiiers head down a snowy forest ski trail under a golden late afternoon sun.
Experience a winter adventure of a lifetime in the city with the heart of gold! // Photo credit Claude J Gagnon

Planning Your Stay in the City of Timmins

If you decide that you want to spend more than one day enjoying the breathtaking scenery and wilderness that Timmins has to offer, then we suggest you do so by booking one of our amazing hotels that are located around the fantastic ski resorts and lodges right here in the city. To ensure a restful night’s sleep before continuing on with your Northern Ontario adventures, visit the Tourism Timmins website for a complete list of nearby hotels that are dedicated to providing you with an unforgettable and comfortable stay.

During a winter visit to the City of Timmins, we suggest you dress in warm layers as our temperatures can give you a chill. When deciding which activity to choose first, we’re here to reassure you that there is no wrong answer! Let our fantastic landscapes, lodges, and resorts help to guide you to your perfect winter experience.  

About Kendall Fountain

Born and raised in Timmins, Ontario, Kendall Grace Fountain is studying for a Bachelor of Fine Arts and Concurrent Education at Nipissing University. With a background as a research assistant and a travel counsellor with Tourism Timmins, she is passionate about the history of her hometown. An artist and avid reader, she enjoys writing, travelling, and discovering new adventures. She likes to learn, share her knowledge with others, and is working towards becoming a teacher.

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