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Kimberley is a small mining city in southeast British Columbia, Canada along Highway 95A between the Purcell and Rocky Mountains. Kimberley was named in 1896 after the Kimberley mine in South Africa. From 1917 to 2001, it was the home to the world's largest lead and zinc mine, the Sullivan mine . Now it is mainly a tourist destination and home to Kimberley Alpine Resort, a ski area.

The population of Kimberley B.C. is 6,927. The claimed "largest working cuckoo clock in the world" is located here. Kimberley is served by the Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport.

Located in the beautiful Purcell Range of the Canadian Rockies, Kimberley Alpine Resort provides beautiful views in a laid-back and friendly atmosphere. With 70 runs to choose from that range from beginner through expert, there is lots to explore at Kimberley!

Kimberley Alpine Resort:
Top Elevation: 6,500 ft / 1,982 m
Base Elevation: 4,035 ft / 1,230 m
Vertical Rise: 2,465 ft / 751 m
Skiable Acres: 1,800 acres / 729 hect
Longest Run: 3.97 mi/6.4 km
Number of Lifts: 5
1 High Speed Quad (North Star Express),
1 Triple Chair (Easter),
1 Double Chair (Tamarack),
1 T-Bar (Owl),
1 Magic Carpet
Number of Runs 80 (Including Glades)
Beginner: 20%
Intermediate: 42%
Advanced: 38%
Ski Season Early December - Mid April
Average Snowfall: 150" - 400cm
Average Temperature: -5°C / 23°F

Just a few minutes away is the city of Kimberley, known as the "Bavarian City of the Rockies." Complement your adventure with all the great shopping and dining found in Kimberley's downtown German-themed Platzl shopping area.

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