Spectacular scenery abounds at The Lake Louise Ski Area with uniquely beautiful terrain that is both vast and varied. With 4200 ski-able acres, Lake Louise is one of the largest ski areas in North America. The unique layout allows families and groups of all abilities to ski together, with beginner, intermediate and expert runs down from every chairlift. Beginners and intermediates can enjoy Lake Louise's numerous gentle slopes and long cruising runs. Experts can explore endless chutes, glades, gullies and open powder bowls in some of the Canadian Rockies' most challenging terrain, rated 'the Best Super Steeps in the Country" (Ski Canada Magazine). Lake Louise guarantees skiing from early November to May, with abundant natural snow, supported by Canada's largest snowmaking system. Lake Louise has received Gold Medals from Ski Magazine for Scenery, Terrain, Challenge and Value.
Resort Information:
- Lifts
: 9 - 1 Six-Passenger Gondola, 1 High Speed 6 Passenger Chairlift, 2 High Speed Quad Chairlifts, 1 Quad Chairlift, 1 Triple Chairlift, 1 Lower Mountain T-bar, 1 Upper Mountain Platter, 1 Beginner Surface Lift
- Ski Base Elevation
: 5400ft / 1646m
- Peak Elevation
: 8650ft / 2637m
- Skiable area
: 4200 acres
- Ability
: 25% beginner, 45% intermediate, 30% advanced
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At Ski Banff-Lake Louise-Sunshine we empower you to ski all you want, where you want, when you want. In a single tri-area lift ticket you gain access to unlimited skiing and riding at Mt. Norquay, Lake Louise Ski Area and Sunshine Village with free transportation to and from the resorts.
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General Information - As provided by the resort:
Air Service to Resort:
Calgary International Airport (YYC) is 90 minutes from Banff National Park and a further 45 minutes to Lake Louise and is serviced by direct and connecting flights by all major North American air carriers.
Numerous shuttle services connect guests from the airport to Banff/Lake Louise, as well as vehicle rentals from all major North American rental agencies.
Other Transportation Options:
Banff/Lake Louise is located north of Idaho and Montana. The Trans Canada highway # 1 runs from Calgary to Vancouver through Banff National Park.
Common Misperceptions:
"Too cold" - Banff/Lake Louise has a climate similar to many other Rockies resorts in Colorado, Utah, Montana and Wyoming. While further north, the Banff area is at a lower elevation. Average daytime high in the coldest month (January) is -7 celsius (21 fahrenheit)
"No Ski In / Ski Out is an inconvenience" - Frequent, roundtrip ski shuttle service (free with tri-area lift ticket) is a quick, convenient, worry-free way to the slopes.
"Too expensive" - Unlike many other ski resorts, winter is the LOW season in Banff National Park, meaning excellent value in resort. US visitors also benefit from a stronger US dollar.
Top 5 Selling Points:
1. Consistent, reliable snow, with a season from mid-November to late May.
2. Huge variety of skiable terrain, with 3 distinct ski areas offering over 7500 acres on one lift pass.
3. Winter is the low season in Banff/Lake Louise - accommodation value abounds and lift lines are minimal.
4. More than just skiing & snowboarding - from exceptional dining and nightlife to unique adventure activities like an ice-canyon walk to the Hot Springs and spas, experiences await.
5. Incredible unspoiled surroundings - there's a reason this area was designated as Canada's first national park and a United Nations World Heritage Site. Prepare to have your breath taken away at every turn.
Best Resort Client:
Families, groups, FITs - anyone with a passion for skiing and riding
Recommendations / Highlights:
1. Come in late November/early December to catch the first Downhill & Super G of the World Cup circuit at Lake Louise.
2. Soak in the Banff Hot Springs on a snowy night.
3. Explore frozen Johnston Canyon on an ice canyon walk.
4. Grill alligator, ostrich, rattlesnake and elk on a 'hot rock' at the Grizzly House.
5. Wander the halls and take in the views from the Banff Springs Hotel.
6. Ski Alberta and British Columbia on one run at Sunshine Village.
7. Stand at the top of Lone Pine at Ski Banff @ Norquay and enjoy the same view - and steep powder - that skiers would have experienced when the area opened in 1926.
Other Activities:
National Park tours, Banff Upper Hot Springs, Banff Gondola, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, sleigh rides, tobogganing, ice skating on the Bow River, bar hopping, Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, Banff Centre for concerts, theatre and art, heli-sightseeing, day heli-ski trips, dogsledding, spas, snowmobiling, shopping, indoor climbing wall, wildlife tours.
What's New This Year:
Nothing
Why This Resort is Special or Unique:
The surroundings - an unspoiled alpine landscape and Canada's oldest national park that everyone needs to see in their lifetime!
-The snow - it's light, it's dry and it falls every year in abundance
-the people - since Banff's inception in 1883, the town has always welcomed visitors to an area that is truly revered by those fortunate enought to make it their home.
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