Skiers and riders, heads up! Rest easy that you’ve got all your ski smarts this season (hint: it starts before you even hit the hill). Read all about our so-easy-anyone-can-remember-it “ski smart” guide; what it is, how it was created, and why you need it.
The Rocky Mountain Passport gives you unlimited skiing and riding at: Mt. Norquay, The Lake Louise Ski Resort, Sunshine Village, Nakiska Ski Resort, Fernie Alpine Resort, Kimberley Alpine Resort and Marmot Basin. Many additional discounts are available at resorts.
Closer to Heaven, Down to Earth. That’s Castle! Castle Mountain Resort (CMR) is Alberta’s most authentic mountain experience. The resort, occupying an exceptionally beautiful, and snowy, location in the Westcastle Valley of the Southwestern Alberta Rocky Mountains, is located 2.5 hours southwest of Calgary. Castle is the only resort in Alberta with drive-to, ski-in/ski-out accommodations. The resort is well known …
Home to three sprawling mountains that provide distinct, uninterrupted views, Banff Sunshine Village sits on the continental divide allowing you to ski and snowboard in both Alberta and BC at the same time. Located 8km west of Banff, Sunshine proudly offers 12 lifts and 138 runs; it is a prime location for skiers and snowboarders to spend an entire weekend …
Mt Norquay is Banff’s closest ski resort and is only an hour drive from Calgary. Celebrating their ninety-fifth season, Norquay has long been known as a family fun destination. From gentle green runs, rolling blue groomers, to some of the best challenging steeps of the World Famous Lone Pine that overlooks the beautiful Town of Banff, Norquay has a great …
Located in the breathtaking landscape of Jasper National Park – an 11,000 square kilometer protected area that is an integral part of the UNESCO Canadian Rockies World Heritage Site. Ski Marmot Basin is a truly unique skiing destination that is a feast for the eyes and rejuvenation for your soul. Ski Marmot Basin’s facilities and services include seven (7) lifts, …
Vast and varied, pristine and inspirational, a friendly wilderness that’s authentically Canadian. Lake Louise Ski Resort welcomes you with big smiles and open chairs. Located in the heart of the magnificent Canadian Rockies, let the legendary 4,200 skiable acres of world-class terrain speak for itself, while Mother Nature does the rest. Lake Louise’s unique layout with beginner, intermediate and expert runs …
Families and groups with a variety of abilities can ski and snowboard together in a relaxed and friendly environment. Whispering Pines Ski Hill is located near Worsley, in the North West Peace River Country in the Clear Hills. Whispering Pines Ski Hill features 1 Chair lift, 1 T-Bar a Handle Tow, a fully equipped lodge, chalet, rental shop, ski and …
Fort McMurray’s Vista Ridge ski area boasts 60 skiable acres, featuring two quad chairlifts. The ski area also offers a beginner area serviced by 3 conveyor lifts, a terrain park and a 4-lane Tube Park with conveyor lift. There are two warming huts at the base area and a covered community ice rink. Vista Ridge is located 15 km East …
Located only one hour north of Edmonton, this ski hill spreads over 140 acres and offers 24 downhill runs, 15 km of scenic cross country ski trails, snowshoe trails and a tubing hill. For those who crave a challenge, the main terrain park has “hits”, “rails”, and “funboxes”. There is also a mini park with small features for those who …
Spring Lake ski Hill is excited to open for the 2024/25 season. Spring Hill has been run by volunteers and welcomes Downhill skiers and boarders and have a great Beginner Hill. For the Cross Country skier we hope to offer over 10km of groomed trails (please join our board if you would like to see this feature revived). There are …
Nitehawk Year-Round Adventure Park started in 1960 and is run by a dedicated team of volunteers and a hard working crew of staff. Over the years Nitehawk has grown from a quaint ski hill to a multi-purpose recreational area and facility. Nitehawk offers nine exciting runs for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities, and a large variety of terrain park …
Misery Mountain Ski Area is situated right in the town of Peace River, Alberta. An easy 486 km drive north-west of Edmonton and 195 km north-east of Grande Prairie; the Peace River valley and Misery Mountain are a beautiful sight after your drive. Misery Mountain Ski Area offers the most vertical descent in northern Alberta, with two t-bars, a quad chairlift, …
A popular spot for locals in the winter months is the Manning Ski Hill located east of town which offers downhill skiing and snowboarding. There are 4 primary runs, with bush runs and some small features, that are approximately 400 meters long. Full rental equipment is available. Lessons are not available. Located approximately 73 km north-west of Peace River, Alberta …
Long Lake Ski Area will not be open for the 2023/24 Season. Long Lake is a great place to take the family and enjoy a treasure in our backyard. The runs cover over 30 acres and there is terrain for every ability. Long Lake is a friendly, family-oriented ski area where lift lines are short and smiles are contagious. There is a …
Little Smoky Ski Area offers great skiing and snowboarding at a very affordable price. It is a family orientated environment with great home cooking in our Hilltop Cafe. The tube run offers great fun for any age or skill level. There is a range of rentals as well as a full ski school for skiing and snowboarding. We are centrally located …
Kinosoo Ridge has served as North Eastern Alberta’s premiere downhill ski facility for 35 years. There are 13 runs of varied skiing ability. Many runs are fully lit for the night and most are serviced by snowmaking capabilities ensuring great snow conditions for the entire season. Kinosoo Ridge features terrain parks (helmets recommended), tube park and new lodge.
The Gateway to the Canadian Rockies and the proud site of the 1988 Winter Olympics, Nakiska features some of the best cruising and carving trails in the Rockies. A great resort to learn the sport of skiing and snowboarding with wide-open runs groomed to perfection. As the closest ski resort to Calgary, it is a family favourite not only because …
Located just round the corner from Elkwater, in Cypress Hills Provincial Park, Hidden Valley offers 660ft of winter playground. You will be skiing the highest point between the Rockies and New Labrador with stunning views across the prairies. Hidden Valley offers a café, lodge, snow school, rental shop, terrain park and consistent snow conditions. The runs are diverse and promote …
Uncrowded, Unspoiled and Even Better at Night! Pass Powderkeg is your Friendly Neighbourhood Ski Hill. Welcome to the PPK, the perfect place for families to ski and ride! Opened in 1938, Pass Powderkeg is located in the beautiful Crowsnest Pass in SW Alberta, about 140 km from Lethbridge and just 230 km from Calgary. Pass Powderkeg is a community-owned ski area, …