Lake Louise Ski Resort
Set above Canada's most famous glacier lake, with four mountain faces and Rocky Mountain scenery that's the headline reason most skiers go.
Key Stats
Vertical Drop
1,000m (3,281ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
2,637m (8,652ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
1,640m (5,381ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
360cm (142in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
145
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
11
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Skiable Area
1,700ha (4,201ac)
Total groomed and patrolled skiable terrain
Terrain Breakdown
The percentage of marked trails in each difficulty level. A higher beginner percentage means more terrain suitable for novices and families; a higher advanced percentage means more challenge for experts.
Beginner
25%
Intermediate
45%
Advanced
30%
Best For
When to go
Average monthly snowfall.
Lake Louise Ski Resort's heaviest snowfall lands in November.
- Snowfall
- peaks Nov
- Typical season
- Oct – Apr
Snowfall: Environment Canada, climate normals (1981–2010).
Location
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