Ski the World's Finest Slopes in Canada's Banff National Park
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Winter has arrived in Banff and Lake Louise!! Snow is on the ground and new snow is falling already, which is no surprise for the destination with one of the longest ski seasons in North America. Mount Norquay, Sunshine Village, and The Lake Louise Ski Resort are located in the breathtaking Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. These 3 distinct and unique ski areas give you access to over 8,000 acres of terrain on one tri-area lift ticket. This lift ticket gives you full access to the efficient bus system that whisks you from your hotel to the ski slopes and gives you the
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choice of which mountain to ski or snowboard each day! What's the best thing about Banff and Lake Louise? No lift lines! So you can spend less time waiting and more time skiing these incredible mountains and experiencing the light dry Champaign powder.
The Resorts:
Mt. Norquay: Located just 10 minutes from the town of Banff and is widely considered to be Banff's best family ski resort. Skiers and snowboarders will find terrain for all levels, including spectacularly groomed runs and a terrain park. The ski area has the only night skiing in Banff National Park and a tubing park if you are keen to try a fun and exciting way of cruising down the slopes.
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Photo Credit: Banff Lake Louise Tourism / Paul Zizka Photography |
Photo Credit: Banff Lake Louise Tourism / Paul Zizka Photography |
Sunshine Village: Only 20 minutes from the Town of Banff and offers more than 3,300 acres of ski and snowboarding terrain, including the massive 12-acre Rogers Terrain Park. Boasting 100% natural snow from top to bottom, skiers and snowboarders can enjoy incredible panoramic views, excellent groomed runs and powder stashes in the sheltered gullies.
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The Lake Louise Ski Area: A quick 45 minutes from the town of Banff, and 5 minutes form the hamlet of Lake Louise. This ski resort spreads over four mountain faces and has views to die for. Warm up with a few groomers on the front side or challenge yourself on the double-black-diamond backside bowls. The unique layout allows families and groups of varying abilities to ski together over 4,500 acres of terrain. Beginner, intermediate, and expert runs are options from the top of nearly every lift.
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Photo Credit: Banff Lake Louise Tourism / Paul Zizka Photography |
Need some more inspiration?
Banff and Lake Louise have recently launched a film series entitled ‘Sculpted in Time’, created by Canadian filmmakers Sherpas Cinema – the series tells stories from the Park's three iconic ski resorts, Sunshine Village, Lake Louise Ski Resort and Mount Norquay. To view these epic videos please click the links below.
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