- Combined terrain
- 7,948 acres
- Combined runs
- 367
Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise and Mt. Norquay
THE VIBE
Three iconic resorts in Banff National Park: Sunshine's legendary snow and views, Lake Louise's dramatic scenery and variety, and Norquay's local vibe. Nearly 8,000 acres combined.
Best For
- ✓National park enthusiasts
- ✓Those wanting variety
- ✓Scenic seekers
Skip If
- ✗You want one-resort convenience
- ✗You hate driving between areas
TERRAIN INTELLIGENCE
Regional snowpack via Ventusky
TERRAIN CHARACTER
Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise and Mt. Norquay each have their own terrain mix. Choose between their individual trail maps and lesson programs rather than a combined percentage.
Mountain specs
Check evening dates and tickets with the operator.
Resort-reported snow
BASE TRACKER
Banff Sunshine · mid-mountain
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Resort-reported snow
BASE TRACKER
Lake Louise · lower mountain
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Mt. Norquay reports its conditions separately. See the Norquay report ↗
Plan for three separate resorts
Choose your mountain for each ski day: Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise and Mt. Norquay are the three resorts covered by SkiBig3. Match lodging and transport to that choice.
Source · checked 2026-10-28 ↗Complimentary ski shuttles run from Banff hotels to the three resorts for eligible ticket and pass holders. Check your stop, schedule and ticket eligibility before travel.
Source · checked 2026-10-28 ↗Shuttle seats are first come, first served. The operator recommends reaching the stop about five minutes early; schedules may change.
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SEASON PLANNING
Three separate mountain schedules
Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise and Mt. Norquay have their own seasons. Choose the mountain as well as the travel date; one opening or closing date cannot describe all three.
- Banff SunshineMountain schedule ↗
- Lake LouiseMountain schedule ↗
- Mt. NorquayMountain schedule ↗
MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT
A few more reasons to be here.
Ice Magic Festival (SnowDays)
Feb 3, 2027 – Feb 7, 2027
Slush Cup at Banff Sunshine Village
May 24, 2027
Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival
Oct 31, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026
MUST-SKI RUNS
Delirium Dive
Sunshine's legendary hike-to
Back Bowls
Lake Louise powder zone
Paradise Basin
Lake Louise cruising
Another season up here
BEYOND WINTER
Hiking at Sunshine Meadows, Lake Louise gondola sightseeing and guided via ferrata at Mt. Norquay.
Before you go: Via ferrata operates June–October weather permitting; activity schedules differ among resorts.