When you enter the protected wilderness of Banff National Park, you're in for a remarkable experience. Ski Banff - Lake Louise - Sunshine is Canada's largest ski destination; a joint venture of the three ski resorts in Banff and Lake Louise; Mt Norquay, Lake Louise Ski Area and Sunshine Village. Visitors will enjoy stunning mountain backdrops, guaranteed lack of lift lines and friendly local hospitality.
Our three resorts provide almost 8,000 acres and 274 trails on one pass! This is your ticket to limitless powder, incredible terrain and the most spectacular scenery of Canada's Rocky Mountains. It doesn't get much better than three of the world's finest resorts all in the heart of Canada's Protected Playground.
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.
Specific Resort Information - Lake Louise Ski Area | Sunshine Village | Mt. Norquay
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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 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 Mt. Norquay.
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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