Banff Ski Holiday Guide
"Banff is home to some of the most stunning scenery I have ever seen. You are constantly in awe when you look around at the views. Combine this with over 7,500 acres of terrain on the Tri-Area lift ticket and a really lively town and you have a ski resort which ticks all the boxes!" Gareth, Sales Manager.
Banff is located in the heart of Banff National Park in an area of jaw-dropping natural beauty. There's a choice of three ski areas accessible from the town of Banff - Sunshine Village is undoubtedly where you'll ski most during your holiday to Banff and offers exceptional terrain ideal for every skiing standard. Mount Norquay is also nearby and very much the local's hill and slightly further afield you'll find Lake Louise, a world class ski resort in it's own right.
Banff is a lively town with a huge amount to do besides the obvious attraction of skiing. There are numerous bars and restaurants centred around Banff Avenue, lots and lots of shopping opportunities and a massive choice of hotel and condo options to suit every budget.
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When you stay in Banff, car hire isn't a necessity, although it can be handy if you want to have added flexibility to access the Sunshine and Lake Louise ski areas which are all covered on your Tri Area Lift Ticket. Banff now operates the Roam public transit bus system, an efficient way to get around town and to the ski bus depot which is located in down town Banff. The Roam buses are environmentally as they have Canada's first all-hybrid bio-diesel/electric bus fleet. The Roam bus routes cover the whole of Banff, with a wide choice of stops, so you'll never be far from one. All journeys are covered by your Tri Area lift ticket. Skiing in BanffA regular shuttle bus services the three ski areas, opening up a vast range of possibilities. To ski all three areas be sure to buy a Tri-Area lift pass; the price includes transport costs and access to more than 7,500 acres of terrain. Those staying in Banff will probably spend most of their time at Sunshine Village. Hop aboard the high-speed 8 passenger gondola up to the 7,000 foot-high base of the ski area, where you are greeted with a wealth of wide-open green and blue cruising runs. Advanced skiers and riders can head for the steeps, glades and bumps of Goat’s Eye Mountain. Those with a real taste for the extreme (or of a mental disposition) should try out Delirium Dive, Wild West and Silver City. Mount Norquay is a much smaller area, but is held in affectionate esteem by the local populace and is well worth a visit. |
Banff
- Ski Area
- Sunshine - 3358 acres/Mount Norquay - 190 acres/Lake Louise -4,200 acres
- Annual Snow
- Sunshine - 30ft
- Number of Lifts
- Sunshine - 12/ Banff Mount Norquay - 5/ Lake Louise 9
- Snow Making Capabilities
- 40%
- Ski Shuttle
- Free with lift ticket, runs between all ski areas and town centre.
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