Skiing Banff Lake Louise, Canada

Located in the heart of Canada’s Banff National Park, Banff Lake Louise offers the best skiing and snowboarding amid spectacular pristine scenery.

With four mountain faces in the three different ski areas of Mount Norquay/Mystic Ridge, Sunshine Village and Lake Louise, both skiers and snowboarders have countless skiing options, whatever their ability.

Beginners and intermediate skiers have access to a multitude of gentle slopes and long cruising runs, while experts can explore endless chutes, gullies and remote bowls in some of the Rockies’ most challenging terrain.

From wide-open bowls and tree-lined glades covered with fresh dry powder, to meticulous groomed slopes and state-of-the-art snowmaking, Canada’s largest single ski area offers 3116 skiable hectares and 240 named trails.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Banff Lake Louise also offers a wide range of après-ski activities including natural hot springs, museums, a sightseeing gondola, a choice of bars and restaurants serving fine cuisine.

Mountain range Canadian Rocky Mountains

Average temperature -8˚C to 3˚C

Total area 3116 skiable hectares

Base elevation 1658m Peak elevation 2729m Vertical drop 1071m

Terrain 25% beginner, 45% intermediate, 30% expert

Number of runs 240 Number of lifts 14 Longest run 8km

Season November to May

Annual snowfall 454cm

Cost of basic ski hire Adult ski hire (skis, boots, poles) 1 day – AUD33; adult ski lift pass – around AUD69; children half-price. 1-day heli-ski – AUD670. An interchangeable, multi-day Tri-Area lift ticket includes free transfers from hotels to the slopes.

Equipment rentals High quality rental equipment for all levels of skiers and a full service of tune-ups, waxing and repairs to keep your own equipment in top condition, should you bring it. Ski/snowboarding lessons Various private and group lessons for adults, children and teens.

Other winter activities Cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, tubing, sleigh rides, heliskiing, dog sledding, snowshoeing and snowcat tours. Unwind after a day on the slopes with a soak in the hot mineral spring waters at Banff Upper Hot Springs.

Getting around A complimentary bus service operates every 30 minutes during peak season between Lake Louise Mountain Resort and the Lake Louise Inn, Post Hotel and the Chateau Lake Louise during the ski season. Mount Norquay/Mystic Ridge, Sunshine Village and Lake Louise are approximately 50km apart.

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Hotel

	USD 133 one night The hotel features Concierge, 24 hour reception and Dry cleaning/laundry service for all in-house guests... More Information>>

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