Ski Resorts

Back to Banff & Lake Louise

Perched at the top of the run, you wait for your buddies to catch up. You’re pleased to have a moment on your own to pause and properly take in your surroundings. All around you, craggy peaks jut into the sparkling blue sky and steep gullies run into broad glacial bowls. It’s a mind-blowingly surreal setting for skiing. The rest of your group finally piles off the lift. It’s time to go! As you make your first turn, that magical sensation of floating through light, soft snow fills your face with a massive smile. It’s a feeling like no other.

Lake Louise Ski Resort

Located just minutes from the village of Lake Louise, the Lake Louise Ski Resort is one of the largest ski areas in North America, offering spectacular views, long runs, and lots of terrain for all ability levels. With 145 marked runs, there is a huge variety for beginner, intermediate, and expert skiers and riders, making the Lake Louise Ski Resort a great choice for families and groups. Big open bowls and gnarly chutes and gullies offer a lot of fun for intermediate and expert skiers as well.

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Mt Norquay

Since its opening in 1926, Mt. Norquay Ski Resort continues to be the locals’ gem. Famous for being the training ground of Olympic and World Cup athletes, and with excellent beginner terrain, everyone will love this small, family-friendly resort.

Just minutes from the Town of Banff, Mt. Norquay offers the only night skiing in Banff and Lake Louise, including a fully lit terrain park. Family-friendly Mt. Norquay offers outstanding conditions for beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers and riders. This is the best-kept secret in the Canadian Rockies!

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Banff Sunshine

Topping out at 2,730 metres (8,954 feet) above sea level, Banff Sunshine occupies a lofty position. When you stand at the top of a run you’re high up on the Continental Divide, far above tree line with clear views of the surrounding peaks.

Just 15 minutes from the town of Banff, Banff Sunshine has more than 3,300 acres of ski and snowboarding terrain, ranging from gentle beginner runs all the way up to extreme big mountain runs. Banff Sunshine’s very own Delirium Dive has been named one of the 10 top off-piste destinations in the world.

 

See our Guide on Banff Sunshine