Family Skiing at Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride In Haliburton Highlands – Family Memories Made Here

Located in Haliburton Highlands in Central Ontario, Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride is in the heart of tourist and cottage country. We recently took the kids skiing there and although ‘baby it was cold outside‘ it was the perfect ski day if you dressed for the Canadian winter. Here we’ll share why family skiing at Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride is worth the drive into cottage country.

Families Love the Covered Surface Lift for All Downhill Skiers

In 2009 Sir Sam’s added Canada’s first covered surface lift for all downhill skiers, cross-country, and downhill mountain biking. It takes 7 minutes from the bottom to the top, but you can also stop halfway to exist. By existing halfway up the hill, it’s excellent for the beginner skier to get comfortable in their new skill. The conveyor belt makes it a safe glide on and glides off exist for skiers and boarders of all ages. The time tunnel is a peaceful break to refocus and blocks you from all the elements of nature during the harsh Canadian winters; especially when the temperatures have been dipping to -25.

Minimal Lift Lines

Since Sir Sam’s is in the heart of Haliburton Highlands, you don’t get the crowds like the Ski resorts closer to the GTA receive. We’ve been skiing with Sir Sam’s on numerous occasions and never have I experienced lines that have been more than a couple of minutes waiting. Which means more time to ski the slopes!

Five Wood Burning Fireplaces

Nothing warms you to the bone like a wood burning fireplace. Sir Sam’s keeps five wood-burning fireplaces roaring during operating hours. Giving you the opportunity to warm those little toes before round two.

Family Owned and Operated For 51 years

I love listening to a real success story. The beginnings, challenges, improvements and so on…knowing someone is working hard at making their dreams come true fills my heart with so much happiness. That’s why I enjoy my Entrepreneur Q&A features. It all started in 1945, and over the last 50+ years, the Bishop family has been working hard around the clock expanding, dreaming and working hard to make Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride what it is today. Seeing the family with all-hands-on-deck during your visit reminds you that the strength of a family can help make dreams come true. One of our ski instructors is Alisha who’s the granddaughter of the original Bishop owner. She’s grown up on these slopes and a fantastic teacher (actually she’s the best on hill instructor I’ve had over the years – and I’ve had a lot of ski instructors.)

The Caesar’s at Sammy’s Pub are Delicious

They have a typical ski lodge cafeteria on hand, and of course, you’re welcome to bring your lunch. At the back of the chalet on the second level, you’ll find Sammy’s Pub which is licensed and serves a few pub style snacks, but if you’re a lover of the Canadian Classic Caesar than you must try their famous drink.

Picture this: It’s a sunny ski day you’re taking a break after a long morning of skiing with your family. You’re sitting on the second level deck overlooking Sir Sam’s slopes, and while the kids are sipping a Hot Chocolate, you choose Sammy’s Pubs famous Caeser. You sip the spicy drink us Canadians love with the song Sweet Home Alabama playing in the background. That to me is how I’d like to spend a snowy winter Canadian day; Sir Sam’s delivers that moment and so many more.

Daily Family Lift Ticket Cap – Only $199 Weekends/ Holidays and $110 Midweek (two adults + 3 kids)

Say what? Yep, you read that right. Sir Sam’s family rate is unbelievable and a very affordable way to spend the day on the slopes. Mark the calendar because that’s a deal you need to take advantage of. Sir Sam’s Ski is open on Wednesday to Friday from 9:30 – 4:00 pm Weekends and holidays from 9:30 – 4:30 pm. Check out Sir Sam’s event calendar to see what’s happening. Another reason why family skiing at Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride is worth the drive to Haliburton Highlands.

Ski and Snowboard Cross Track and Terrain Park

Now, this is the highlight for my hubby and kids; I find it a lot of fun as well. Sir Sam’s Terrain Park includes boxes, rails and jumps for the more adventurous skier and border. Sir Sam’s Ski also has a real professionally groomed ski and snowboard cross track where the guest and scheduled races take place. There is something for the beginner and advanced skiers here. Learn more about Sir Sam’s Ski & Rides improved Cross Course here.

If you’re from out-of-town why not make a weekend out of it? There are many all-season cottage rentals and hotels and motels to choose from. Click here Sir Sam’s gives you a helpful list. A cozy little cabin deep in the woods and family skiing at Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride sounds like a getaway everyone will remember.

DYK? If you hold a season pass from a few nearby ski resorts, Sir Sam’s will give you 50% off your lift ticket? Sir Sam’s is only a short drive from many neighboring cities; such as Peterborough, Lindsay, Port Perry, Orillia, Huntsville to name a few.

On your mark, get set, GO… Hurry up and start planning your family ski day with Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride. 

If you’re into Downhill Mountain Biking check out our previous article with Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride -> Downhill Mountain Biking In Haliburton Ontario At Sir Sam’s

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Thank you, Sir Sam’s Ski/ Ride for taking our family out for a morning filled adventure. Tickets and rentals were complimentary. As always these are our opinions and this and all reviews are written with honesty.