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Canadian at Par – 5 Ski Resorts That Don’t Break the Bank

November 22, 2016 /

Canadian at par. Those are the sweetest words any Canadian can hear when they’re travelling to the U.S. The Canadian dollar is often very low compared to the U.S. dollar. What that means for Canadian travellers is that we often pay far more on our trips to the States.

This post has been updated to reflect 2020 information. 

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At an exchange rate of 1.3 to 1.4, we can pay hundreds more for trips to the US versus trips to Europe or even domestic getaways. Sometimes that means staying in country and not visiting the US at all. BUT, that doesn’t always have to be the case. Here are some great U.S. Ski resorts that take Canadian at par.

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US Ski Resorts For Canadians Skiers

If you love to ski and you’re planning a trip to the states, this will be a big help! You do have a limited pool to choose from, but in my frugal opinion, I’d rather have a smaller list of places to choose from than pay hundreds more for my trip.

Jay Peak

Jay Peak accepts Canadian at Par – with one caveat. You have to pay cash. Although this makes it slightly more inconvenient, it still saves you a ton of money. And since it consistently receives 4 to 5 stars, it makes a great choice.

Smugglers’ Notch

Smugglers’ Notch is another resort that takes Canadian at Par – again, with a caveat. You must book at certain times of the year. For example, they recently offered a package deal for one of three summer vacation packages. You’ll have to keep an eye out for the deals for this destination, but they are highly rated, so it’s worth it. Last year we visited Smugglers’ Notch together as a family and we loved every minute of our visit. The mountains are amazing and the people are what makes Smugglers’ Notch top notch award-winning family travel every time.

Also, Smuggs is amazing all year round and easily accessible from Toronto, Quebec and many other spots in Canada. In July of 2019 we visited Smugglers’ Notch for the first time in summer and genuinely loved the experience. Hiking, family science classes and mountain biking were highlights of our adventure.

We are returning next month for March break actually. Can’t wait!

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Stowe Mountain Resort

While Stowe Mountain Resort doesn’t offer Canadian at Par outright, it does offer up to a 30% discount to Canadian visitors, which is essentially the same thing. You’ll have to make inquiries about packages, but a 30% discount is pretty much the same thing as taking our dollar at par outright. And that’s a great deal. We hope to visit Stowe soon, so hope to have the information firsthand on how that works and why Stowe is a good option for family travel.

Titus Mountain

Titus Mountain is another resort that takes Canadian at par, but only if it’s cash and only if you book a ski and stay package. Titus Mountain is in the Adirondack Region of New York. It’s not entirely straightforward, but it’s worth the substantial savings and relatively easy to drive to if you live in Ontario.

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Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole is a gem for those of us looking for resorts that take Canadian at Par. They take it at par with no cash requirement, and they take it for lift tickets and lodging. In addition, packages can also include $200 or $300 flight credits per person. I have been to Wyoming twice on media trips and have yet to make it into Jackson Hole. That said, Jackson Hole’s reputation is well known as a beautiful all year round destination for outdoor adventure lovers and families. One day soon I will make it here.

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5 Great Ski Resorts that Take Canadian at Par

While your selection is a bit limited when looking for a ski resort that takes Canadian at Par, all of these resorts are top notch, which means you don’t have to worry about sacrificing quality to save a buck. If you’re looking to scratch the skiing itch, consider any of these great resorts that take Canadian at Par. Read the fine print, and do your homework.

Don’t miss this post if interested in visited Smugglers’ Notch in summer.

For your information also: Holiday Valley in Ellicottville update New York, which is roughly a three to four hour drive from London, Ontario offers a Canadian at Par – Canadian Friend’s Week every January. Check their web site for details if you plan to go. It is often the first week of January and only once a year. You will need to take cash or a cheque in order to cash in on that deal. Check out my How to Save Money at Holiday Valley Ellicottville post.

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Good luck and happy skiing!


Mom of two beautiful active girls, traveller, fitness junkie, social media consultant, and keeper of the sanity.

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