Skiing Lake Louise and the Canadian Rockies
Few locales can match the unparalleled Rocky Mountain skiing offered by our three extraordinary Banff National Park ski resorts in Alberta, Canada. Breathe the crisp Canadian mountain air and marvel at some of nature’s most awe-inspiring handiwork. Three of the region’s finest mountains are just a short drive from Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, so pick your favourite or ski different terrain daily. With a ski season typically from mid-November to mid-May, the area offers some of the best skiing in Canada – even North America!
Where to Stay
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
The historic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is an AAA four-diamond, year-round luxury alpine resort surrounded on all sides by majestic nature. This wilderness retreat is elegant and lavish, with grand spaces and exquisite details.
Three Iconic Ski Resorts
Lake Louise is a part of the top resorts —all known for jaw-dropping 360-degree Rocky Mountain vistas — Norquay, Lake Louise and Sunshine Village. Buy a Ski Big 3 Pass for lift tickets to the trio, famed for dry, fluffy champagne powder and a long season running from mid-November to mid-May.
Lake Lousie Ski Resort
General Information
- A 15-minute drive from Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
- Voted “Canada’s Best Ski Resort” by the World Ski Awards
- Child care services available at the ski resort
- Voted “best scenery” and “best steeps” by Ski Canada magazine
- Snowshoeing & tube park available
- 164 named trails over 4,200 acres (1,700 hectares)
Lake Louise Ski Resort Stats
- Vertical Elevation: 991 metres (3,250 feet)
- Base Elevation: 1,645 metres (5,400 feet)
- Peak: 2,637 metres (8,650 feet)
- Snowmaking: Yes
- Number of Lifts: 12
- Terrain: 25% Beginner, 45% Intermediate, 30% Expert
Sunshine Village Ski Resort
General Information
- A 45-minute scenic drive via TransCanada Highway East-bound from Lake Louise
- 130 named runs on 3,358 acres (1358 hectares)
- Features Canada’s only heated chairlift
Sunshine Village Stats
- Vertical Elevation: 1,070 metres (3154 feet)
- Base Elevation: 1,659 metres (5440 feet)
- Peak: 2,730 metres (8054 feet)
- Snowmaking: Less than 5%
- Number of Lifts: 13
- Terrain: 20% Beginner, 55% Intermediate, 25% Expert
Mount Norquay
General Information
- Located just 40 minutes from Lake Louise.
- The only night skiing in the area
- Snowshoeing & tube park available
Sunshine Village Stats
- Vertical Elevation: 5,500 feets (1,680 metres)
- Base Elevation: 1,630 metres (5,350 feet)
- Peak: 2,133 metres (6,998 feet)
- Snowmaking: Yes
- Number of Lifts: 6
- Terrain: 20% Beginner, 36% Intermediate, 28% Difficult, 6% Expert
Ski Passes
Mountain Collective Pass
Looking to make the most of your Mountain Collective Pass? Marmot Basin is now part of The Mountain Collective. Enjoy two days of skiing and snowboarding, plus 50% off all additional days at the collective destinations without blackout dates.
Ikon Pass Holders
Ski and ride in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Your IKON pass is the key to winter adventure at all Ski Big 3 renowned resorts in Banff National Park: Banff Sunshine Village, Lake Louise, and Mt. Norquay.
No Gear No Problem
Chateau Ski & Snow Rentals
Located in the lower lobby of Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Chateau Ski and Snow Rentals offers a variety of high-performance equipment and tuning services for downhill skis and snowboards. Rental service is available during the ski season from November to April.
Our Rental Shop has everything you need for a fun and safe day on the slopes, including quality skis & snowboards along with helmets, poles, outerwear, and more.
Experience Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Lake Louise, nestled within Banff National Park—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—showcases the heart of the Canadian Rockies like no other. Spanning 6,641 square kilometres (2,564 square miles), the park is celebrated for its iconic turquoise glacier-fed lakes, soaring mountain peaks, expansive alpine meadows, and thriving wildlife. As part of Canada’s first national park and the world’s largest protected area of its kind, Lake Louise offers a gateway to unforgettable adventures. Here, breathtaking vistas, world-class outdoor activities, and an intimate connection to nature’s wonders await.
Beyond the Slopes in Lake Louise
After you stow your skis, explore Banff National Park at its most magical time of year. Go ice skating and tobogganing around the white frosty landscape. Take a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the hushed woods and join a guided ice walk. Or treat yourself to a massage at the spa, then curl up by the cozy fire with a good book and a great glass of wine.
Things to Do
Ski in Lake Louise
Ice Skating on Lake Louise
Snowshoeing in Lake Louise
Sleigh Rides
Lake Louise Ski Offers
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