11 Great Family Resorts

Quebec's Le Massif de Charlevoix's claim to fame is that it offers the highest vertical east of the Canadian Rockies and is one of the best-kept ski secrets. The mountain has a dedicated beginners' area, with a magic carpet, easy runs and ski schools starting at age five, and the daycare welcomes kids two and up. Slope-side accommodation will be available soon, but in the meantime, there are plenty of small hotels, motels, inns and B&B's to choose from.