2025 Year-End Heli Skiing Highlights | Last Frontier Heli

Reflecting on an Epic Season at Last Frontier Heli

With 29 years of heli skiing under our belt there is a tendency for winters to blend into one another. It’s easy to take for granted all the moving parts that have to come together to operate a successful heliski season. We are grateful to have an incredibly dedicated team working with us to make the magic happen season after season. Everyone works together with a common mission of delivering an outstanding experience for our guests.

Our customers travel from far and wide and that they have a lot of choice when it comes to selecting their ultimate heliski destination. This winter we welcomed guests from 34 countries on five continents. Thank you to all those that made the pilgrimage to the far North of British Columbia.

If you’re new to Last Frontier Heliskiing, learn more about our two lodges: Bell 2 Lodge and Ripley Creek, and what sets us apart.

Watch Our 2025 Season Recap Slideshow

From the highest alpine peaks to deep powder stashes in ancient old growth forests, catch the highlights of our 2025 heli skiing season in our 5 minute video slideshow.

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Top Highlights from the 2025 Season

We operated from late December through to April 17th with near record guest numbers at Bell 2 Lodge and Ripley Creek, delivering one of our most memorable BC heli skiing seasons to date.

January experienced the most new snow with 278cm [110″] of fresh powder at Bell 2 Lodge and 242cm [95″] at Ripley Creek.

Our guests were treated to spectacular Northern Lights at Bell 2 Lodge right after New Year’s.

As is typically the case, we had the largest vertical week in late March. Our guests logged more than 57,600 vertical meters of skiing [189,000 vertical feet] during a 5 day window.

For the season as a whole, our guests averaged 40,000 vertical meters [130,000 vertical feet] of skiing/riding per week — an impressive stat for any heli skiing Canada experience.

Ripley Creek had zero no-skiing days during the month of March.

On average, we experienced 0.9 down days per week for the duration of the 2025 heliski season. This is in line with our long-term average of less than one down day per week.

Our Heligrass live music week celebrated its 5th anniversary with a 5 day event from March 23 – March 28th at Ripley Creek. If you enjoy deep powder skiing and acoustic music, there’s still space during our 2026 Heligrass Tour at Bell 2 Lodge where you can experience some of British Columbia’s most remote heli skiing terrain.

best heliski photos from 2025

With so many incredible moments captured in the mountains, it’s hard to narrow it down, but here are 15 of our favorite heli skiing images captured from this winter.

Behind the Scenes – Our Crew in Action

It takes a dedicated crew of people to keep things humming along at our remote heli skiing lodges. Here’s a quick peek at some of the behind the scenes action as it unfolded this winter in Northern BC.

Want to meet the crew that makes it happen? Meet the team.

What Guests Said – 2025 in Their Words

Hosting once in a lifetime heliski trips is an incredible honour for our team. It always humbles us to receive feedback and kind words of appreciation from our guests. This winter, we’ve compiled some of the many guest reviews we received all winter long.

More reviews available via TripAdvisor or our website.

Thrilling Runs, Top-Notch Crew, and Epic Views
Our heli-skiing adventure with Last Frontier Heliskiing was nothing short of spectacular! From start to finish, the experience was impeccably organized, with a team that went above and beyond to ensure we had an unforgettable time. While we didn’t find the deep powder we’d hoped for, the breathtaking scenery, clear weather, and the team’s tireless efforts to track down the best snow made every run thrilling.

What stood out most was the professionalism and care. The team’s expertise in studying the terrain, monitoring snow conditions, and prioritizing safety gave us complete confidence. Their knowledge of avalanche prevention was impressive and added a layer of trust to the adventure. On the ground, everything ran smoothly, and the warm, friendly atmosphere made us feel right at home.

A special highlight was dining with Mike, the owner, who was genuinely interested in our feedback and passionate about creating a top-notch experience. The entire staff’s dedication and hospitality elevated this trip to something truly memorable. If you’re looking for world-class heli-skiing with incredible views and a team that feels like family, Last Frontier is the place to go. We’re already dreaming of returning!

Andrea & Federica
Trip Advisor – April 2025

Just an absolute amazing experience.
Had an absolute blast with Last Frontier. Starting with our pick up in Terrace the whole experience was smooth, professional and elevated most anywhere possible. Loved the small groups of 4 guests, fast laps, great food, engaging guides and all the other staff. Very personable, catered to our needs and were attentive to all of the input and suggestions we had. Great meals, awesome accommodations and never a dull moment. I can only say great things about Last Frontier and their crew. Just amazing.

Dan McGarigle
Trip Advisor – March 2025

Take me back!
UNREAL! Greatest snowboarding of my life. Everything here is top shelf. From the moment you get off the plane in Terrace everything is taken care of for you. All you have to think about is the powder. Food is so good. Rooms are amazing. Cant wait to come back! 10/10

Andrew F
Trip Advisor – February 2025

Looking Ahead to 2026

2026 marks Last Frontier Heliskiing’s 30th Anniversary and our team is stoked about this milestone birthday. As the first operator to lay claim to the single largest heli skiing operation in Northern British Columbia, we have seen firsthand the many changes in the industry. However, at a core the mission remains the same: to deliver an exceptional customer focused heli skiing experience.

This summer our crew on the ground has been busy further improving our tree skiing experience near Bell 2 Lodge. We will provide a full update on that program in our September news release. At our little heliski village, additional maintenance investments are being made to keep our facilities in great shape.

Stay tuned for our special 30-year anniversary content launching this fall.

Join the Adventure – Book Now for 2026 or 2027

If you’re contemplating a trip for our 2026 heliski season that kicks off in January 2026, you’re in luck. We still have limited spaces available at both of our locations. If you have a larger group, or are pickier with dates, please enquire about our 2027 trips.

Start planning with our Trip Builder, or get in touch via our Contact Page.

Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve highlighted some of our most commonly asked questions below. If you would like to dig deeper, check out our handy Q&A portal.

Q: When is the best time for heli skiing in BC?
A: The most popular months for heliskiing in BC are February & March. It’s mid-season and the days are longer, the snow is abundant and typically you can get a nice mix of alpine & tree skiing. If you enjoy cooler temps, deeper tree skiing, then January can be a great month to visit. Like long days and big alpine lines? Look no further than late March into the middle of April.

Q: Where are your lodges located?
A: Bell 2 Lodge and Ripley Creek are situated in Northern British Columbia, Canada. To get here, fly to Vancouver and then onwards to Terrace, BC. From here we will pick you up and drive you to our remote lodges. See exact directions and travel tips.