Brimacombe Ski Resort in Orono, ON offers a 4.2-star experience with onsite services, family-friendly amenities, wheelchair accessibility, and convenient parking options.
Recent guests highlight the resort’s welcoming atmosphere, great beginner slopes, and attentive instructors. While the resort is smaller, it offers plenty of amenities and a relaxed environment perfect for families and learners.
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Brimacombe is a ski resort located at 4098 Regional Road 9 in Orono, Ontario, offering a variety of slopes suitable for beginners and families. Its facilities include a restaurant, ski and snowboard shops, and multiple hills with options such as a forgiving bunny hill and a park area, making it a well-rounded destination for both skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts. The presence of a magic carpet and positive mentions of instructors suggest that the resort focuses on attracting learners and those looking to improve their skills.
The resort features practical amenities including free and paid parking lots, wheelchair accessible entrances and restrooms, and a family-friendly atmosphere that is also welcoming to LGBTQ+ guests, providing a safe and inclusive environment. Tickets are best purchased in advance, especially during peak times. Payment options cover credit and debit cards as well as NFC mobile payments, ensuring convenience for visitors.
Guests appreciate the approachable staff and organized lesson programs, with many highlighting the flexibility of group lessons that do not require a long-term commitment. Reviews frequently mention the helpfulness of ski instructors and the enjoyable experience for children, reflecting the resort’s focus on creating a supportive learning environment. The on-site rental services also receive favorable feedback for their attentive and friendly service.
While the resort has a solid 4.2 rating from over 600 reviews, some guests note that it is a smaller venue compared to others but still one of the larger ski areas in the Durham Region. The manageable size, combined with efficient ticketing and lift operations, makes Brimacombe particularly suitable for day trips, beginners, and families looking for a local skiing experience without the complexity of larger resorts.
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I really liked this hill. The bunny hill is very forgiving. The staff for lessons are great. I had a blast. They have group lessons that are sort of drop in so you don't have to commit to a $500 school on a weekly basis. Just take a lessons when you need it then use the hill for the rest of the day..it's great. Their pricing is also reasonable.
I brought my son here and we had an amazing time. I had a private lesson with Aiden and learned and improved so much. I can proudly say that I am no longer a heel edge princess thanks to his patience and instruction! I will definitely be bringing the kids back for more fun.
Amazing local family hill! Perfect little beginner hill with a magic carpet. Sign up for lessons, great instructors. Cute little lodges. Lots of parking.
Great place to ski/ board. They even have a park area setup! The chalet is a very open space with multiple floors. Lots of hills to choose from. The ski instructors are always helpful. Would recommend!
Good learning hill, school groups kept the lifts busy on the east side, west side was nearly empty. Ticket booth was quick and efficient. Lifts were good. 95m descent, average run time was <2 min.
Awesome spot for beginners! Friend and I visited mid - late Feb 2026 on a week day. Cost for rentals + 4 hour ticket was $139. Average price. I really enjoyed their green hills, they are a nice steady decline versus other spots I’ve been too. Wasn’t too too busy, had a couple schools there. I wanted to note that my experience in the rental spot was AMAZING! The girls literally put my boots and helmet on for me. She got me wide boots which I haven’t been offered at any other spot and made such a huge difference in my comfort. They were all so nice and friendly! Got fries and they were $6 for a small (good to share for 2 people) and they are the yummy Costco fries!
We love going here. Its a smaller place but still one of the larger ski resorts in Durham Region. We've been coming here for years and highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn how to ski. They offer lessons, camps etc.
Easy to rent and pay for lift tickets at the kiosk. Picking up rentals was easy and the young people were very friendly. Hills were great, I had so much fun with my niece. Ended it with delicious chicken ceasar wrap and poutine (a bit pricey). Glorious!
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