Stay Safe and Enjoy Every Adventure at Manning Park Resort

Safety First, Always

At Manning Park Resort, your family’s safety is our top priority.

The natural beauty of our park comes with inherent risks. Outdoor activities in and around the resort can expose guests to natural hazards. While these risks cannot be completely eliminated, they can be significantly reduced by staying alert, reading posted signs, and following the Responsibility Code.

Know the Code. Stay Safe.

We ask all visitors to take a few moments to review and understand the “Responsibility Code.” Every guest plays a role in maintaining a safe, controlled, and respectful environment.

By following these safety guidelines, you help ensure a positive experience for everyone at Manning Park Resort.

🔗 Learn more: Visit skisafety.ca for detailed safety codes and resources.

Have questions or concerns?

Don’t hesitate to contact us — our team is here to help with any safety-related inquiries.

exclusion of liability - assumption risks

It is a condition of your use of the premises and facilities and your participation in these activities that you assume all risk of personal injury, death or property loss resulting from any cause whatsoever, including negligence, breach of contract, or breach of any duty of care on the part of the resort operator.

Your legal responsibility as a user of the resort premises and facilities or participant in activities at the resort is explained in the following notice, which you will see posted around the resort.

Skiing, snowboarding, and cross country skiing (Nordic) involves various risks, dangers and hazards including, but not limited to the following:

Boarding, riding and disembarking ski lifts;
Changing weather conditions;
Avalanches;
Exposed rock, earth, ice, and other natural objects;
Trees, tree wells, tree stumps and forest deadfall;
The condition of snow or ice on or beneath the surface;
Variations in the terrain which may create blind spots or areas of reduced visibility;
Variations in the surface or sub-surface, including changes due to man-made or artificial snow;
Variable and difficult conditions;
Streams, creeks, and exposed holes in the snow pack above streams or creeks;
Cliffs; crevasses;
Snowcat roads, road-banks or cut-banks;
Collision with lift towers, fences, snow making equipment, snow grooming equipment, snowcats, snowmobiles or other vehicles, equipment or structures;
Encounters with domestic and wild animals including dogs and bears;
Collision with other persons;
Loss of balance or control; slips, trips and falls;
Accidents during snow school lessons;
Negligent first aid;
Failure to act safely or within one’s own ability or to stay within designated areas;
Infectious disease contracted through viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi which may be transmitted through direct or indirect contact;
Negligence of other persons; and NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF THE OPERATOR and its directors, officers, employees, instructors, agents, representatives, volunteers, independent contractors, subcontractors, sponsors, successors and assigns.

To learn more about the exclusion of liability and assumption of risks, please visit: https://skisafety.ca/

alternative snow sliding devices

Snow Skates and Pow Surfers are permitted at Manning Park Resort with prior approval/inspection from our operations managers, ski patrol, or lift supervisors. Approval must be provided prior to lift ticket purchase.

Please contact us before your trip.

The rider is required to be comfortable loading and unloading the lift, and the equipment must have a leash.

Snow bikes are not permitted at Manning Park Resort.

tubing responsibility code and rules

Snow Tubing responsibility code

There are elements of risk that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce. Regardless of how you decide to use the slopes, always show courtesy to others. Please adhere to the code listed below and share with other the responsibility for a safe outdoor experience.

There is a height restriction for the Polar Coaster – 42 inches (107cm or 3.5 ft) to ride. Children under 3.5 ft are not allowed to ride the Polar Coaster.
One person per tube in sitting position only. Maximum 2 tubes per group.
Before starting your decent, make sure the track is clear. Upon completion of your decent look uphill, clear the track immediately, exiting at marked areas only. Do not cross other tubing tracks.
Do not stop where you obstruct a track or are not visible from above.
If you are involved in or witness a collision, you must remain at the scene and identify yourself to a ski patroller.
You must not use lifts, or terrain if your ability is impaired by alcohol or drugs.
You must keep off closed tracks and obey officials, signs, and warnings at all times.
After completion of SNOW TUBING, return tube to storage corral. Tubes must remain within snow tubing park boundaries at all times.

Tube park rules

Tubing is fun, but…

No entrance permitted to the park without a valid snow tubing lift ticket.
All participants must follow attendants instructions. Failure to do so will result in removal of your lift tickets without refund.
There is a height restriction for the Polar Coaster – 42 inches (107cm or 3.5 ft) to ride. Children under 3.5 ft are not allowed to ride the Polar Coaster.
All minor age children are the responsibility of a parent or legal guardian at all times. Our staff will not be responsible for supervising/monitoring children’s activity. All parents, participants must realize and accept that there is no guarantee of your personal safety.
Ski boots are NOT permitted to be worn while snow tubing. Unsafe conduct will result in the removal of lift ticket without refund.
Chute/lane conditions vary with weather and use. Please be aware of conditions before purchasing snow tubing tickets. No refunds will be given. Use of any sliding device other than the tubes provided by Manning Park Resort is STRICTLY FORBIDDEN.
Manning Park Resort will not be responsible for personal injury, damage, or wear to your clothing due to any cause whatsoever while you are engaged in snow tubing and/or any activity associated with snow tubing.
Only the Tubes that are provided by Manning Park Resort are allowed in the tubing area; other sliding equipment is not permitted.

alpine responsibility code

The Alpine Responsibility Code covers the basic rules of conduct, and must be followed, by all guests using Alpine terrain.

cross country responsibility code

Canadian ski patrol

The Canadian Ski Patrol is a volunteer organization who provide on-hill first aid – they are always recruiting new volunteers! Read more about them here: www.skipatrolvancouver.com

backcountry awareness

Going into the backcountry is an increasingly popular activity, and the terrain in EC Manning Provincial Park is a wonderful place to get into the great outdoors.

If you are heading into the backcountry, please make sure you are properly prepared. Manning Park Resort checks in-bounds terrain but does not forecast conditions for the backcountry, so make sure you inform yourself.

There are a number of great resources available:
Topographical maps of Manning Park are available in the Country Store and at the Nordic Centre.

To purchase a mobile map of Manning Park, go to http://www.clarkgeomatics.ca/ios.html (Manning Park/Skagit Park, BC – Map 104).

Backcountry Checklist

Do you have any backcountry knowledge or avalanche awareness training?
Does anyone know where you are going?
Do you have an updated weather forecast?
Have you read the latest public avalanche bulletin from the Canadian Avalanche Association? (1-800-667-1105)
Are you properly equipped with a shovel, transceiver, and probe?
Are you properly dressed?

No one will take care of you except yourself. If you have any questions, please talk to the ski patrol.

useful websites

Please note that Manning Park Resort does not have a check-in system. Please inform someone outside of the Resort of your backcountry plans and when to expect you.

At the Manning Park ski hill, you may encounter the following signs when heading beyond Apple Bowl Hike, towards Poland Lake, or any time you go outside of posted boundary limits.

Area Boundary

The area beyond this boundary is hazardous backcountry terrain. The area is uncontrolled, unmarked, not inspected, not patrolled, and involves many risks, dangers, and hazards including avalanche.

Be prepared for avalanche danger, weather changes, and terrain hazards.The area beyond this boundary is hazardous backcountry terrain.

Persons proceeding beyond this point should be trained and properly equipped for self-rescue.

Backcountry Access Policy

Backcountry Access traffic has long been permitted at Manning Park Resort. Due to a change in insurance requirements, there have been adjustments to the guidelines regarding access to the backcountry, through the Manning Park Resort Controlled Recreation Area.

Backcountry Access travel is only permitted on our prescribed Backcountry Access travel routes, and requires a valid Lift Ticket, Season Pass, or Backcountry Access Ticket. Backcountry travelers found to be accessing the resort without a valid pass or ticket, will be asked to stop their ascent and return to the base area to obtain a ticket.

All users implicitly agree to the posted Exclusion of Liability Waiver.

Backcountry Access Tickets are available at all Manning Park Resort ticket windows.

Operating Hours:

Backcountry Access travel is allowed at any time during the day, depending on snow conditions and mountain operations. Backcountry access may be restricted for safety reasons – such as avalanche control, grooming, or other ski area operations.
Please Note: Use of any and all ski runs, other than the Backcountry Access routes (when the Alpine Area is closed) is prohibited.

Designated Routes:

Backcountry Access Travel is restricted to designated routes, approved by the ski/alpine area.
A detailed map of the approved Backcountry Access Routes, will be made available both at the resort and online.
Routes may be closed without prior notice due to avalanche control, grooming, or operational concerns. Always check with the Alpine Guest Services team for current route status.

Designated Backcountry Access Routes:

Horseshoe: An easy to moderate ascent. Located on skiers/riders right-hand side of the run.
Beginner Area: An easy to moderate ascent. Located on the skiers/riders right-hand side of the top of the run. Located in the Alpine Area – route starts from the Day Lodge (bottom parking lot). If accessing from Strawberry Flats, follow the backcountry access markers – along the bottom of the run (to skiers right), then up to the Three Falls trailhead.

Registration & Pass Requirements:

All Backcountry Access travelers are required to obtain a Lift Ticket, present a Season Pass, or have a valid Backcountry Access ticket. Passes can be picked up at the Alpine Guest Services building.
There is no fee for the Backcountry Access ticket.

Safety & Equipment:

Please stay OUT of all CLOSED areas.
Be prepared. Skiers and snowboarders, venturing out of the ski area boundaries – are expected to have snow safety knowledge and equipment.
Headlamps and reflective clothing are required, for any and all Backcountry Access travel – during low-light conditions (before dawn, after dusk, or during inclement weather).

Prohibited Areas:

Backcountry Access travel is strictly prohibited in closed areas and terrain.
Backcountry Access travel is only permitted in and on designated routes.

Operational Considerations:

Avalanche Control: Ski area management may close backcountry access, during or after periods of heavy snow, high winds, or anytime avalanche danger is present. Travelers must respect all avalanche warnings and closures.
Grooming Operations: Snowcats and other machinery operate frequently, especially in the early morning hours and late into the evening. Backcountry Access travelers must stay clear of any and all machinery. Regular grooming can occur at any time between 4pm and 9am – however grooming and snowmobile equipment can be active at anytime throughout the day.
Downhill Traffic: Expect downhill traffic at all times – including, but not limited to skiers, snowboarders, snowshoers, snowcats, snowmobiles, and other tracked vehicles.
Man-Made Hazards: Be aware of marked and unmarked natural and man-made hazards. When passing through the Alpine Area, you may encounter rough grooming, snowcat and other snow vehicle tracks.

Parking & Access:

Backcountry Access travelers are required to use the Strawberry Flats Parking Lot, if they will be returning after 4:30pm. Travelers can ride the complimentary Shuttle Bus up to the Alpine base area, or use the Poland Lake Trail. If Backcountry Access travelers will be returning during operating hours, they can park at the Alpine Area.
Please ensure your vehicle does not obstruct ski area or highway contractor operations – especially in regard to snow removal or equipment access areas.

Backcountry Access Etiquette:

Backcountry Access travelers should be aware of their surroundings at all times – yielding to downhill skiers and riders.
Please stick to ‘single file’ on the sides of designated routes.
Backcountry Access travelers must respect the resorts operations – yielding to snowmobiles, snowcats, and other equipment in use.
Please be aware and informed of wind and weather conditions that may increase risk of exposure, and/or danger.

Penalties for Non-Compliance:

Failure to comply with the Backcountry Access Travel Policies, may result in revocation of ski privileges, and/or permanent banning from the resort.

Emergency Procedures:

In-Bounds: In the case of an in-bounds emergency, during operating hours, contact the Ski Patrol – via our Alpine Guest Services building. Outside of operating hours, please contact or visit our Front Desk team at Manning Park Resort Lodge. Fees may be incurred for any in-bound rescue efforts, outside of our daily operating hours.
Out-Of-Bounds: Please contact the RCMP for Search and Rescue. During operating hours, the Alpine Guest Services team can also assist you.

Dog Policy:

Dogs are welcome to join you, and are allowed in Backcountry Access travel areas – but must be leashed at all times, as per the BC Parks – Conservancy & Recreation Area Regulations d.3s.19 (3), (4). Please respect this regulation, as it ensures safety for your dog and prevents possible conflict with other dogs, wildlife, guests and machinery.