Selkirk Snowcat Skiing Listed for Sale

Selkirk Snowcat Skiing, one of British Columbia’s most renowned cat skiing operations, is now available for purchase. Marketed as a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” the sale presents a rare chance to own a piece of backcountry skiing history.

A Legacy of Cat Skiing Excellence
Founded in 1975 by skiing pioneer Allan Drury, Selkirk Snowcat Skiing has developed into a premier cat skiing destination over nearly 50 years. Often referred to as “the birthplace of snowcat skiing,” the operation has built a dedicated clientele, boasting a 90% return booking rate according to Colliers, the firm handling the sale.

The sale includes 12,000 acres of prime snowcat-accessed terrain, a lodge accommodating up to 24 guests, and a highly profitable operation. With all available dates for the 2024 and 2025 ski seasons already sold out, the business is positioned as a strong investment for the right buyer.

World-Class Terrain and Facilities
Located in southeastern British Columbia around Meadow Mountain, the skiable area is nearly twice the size of Whistler Blackcomb. The diverse terrain offers everything from gentle glades to expansive alpine bowls, and receives an average annual snowfall of 32 feet.

A network of well-maintained roads allows Selkirk’s snowcat fleet to reach elevations of 8,400 feet, ensuring access to some of the best backcountry powder in North America. The sale also includes:

• A recently renovated lodge with 19 guest rooms, a games lounge, hot tub, and wood-fired sauna.

• Three Low-Hour PistenBully 400s, eight new snowmobiles, and four new company trucks.

• Over $3.5 million in upgrades invested over the past nine ski seasons.

A Historic Backcountry Skiing Opportunity
Allan Drury’s vision for backcountry cat skiing began in the 1970s, when he and his wife, Brenda, discovered the Meadow Mountain area, already crisscrossed by logging and mining roads. This foresight allowed them to establish a thriving cat skiing business, pioneering what would become an integral part of backcountry skiing culture.

Drury’s contributions extended beyond Selkirk’s operations—he worked with Bombardier to design enclosed passenger snowcats, a revolutionary change from the early days when skiers sat on open-air benches, shielding themselves with umbrellas. Drury passed away in 2008, but his legacy lives on through Selkirk Snowcat Skiing.

For those looking to step into the cat skiing industry, this sale presents an unparalleled chance to own and operate a world-class backcountry ski experience in one of the most snow-rich regions of North America.