activities & local experiences
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Explore Winter Activities
Banff National Park turns into a magical playground each winter, offering a plethora of unique experiences that will take your trip to the next level.
From interpretive scenic tours that will leave you marvelling at the landscape, to thrilling adrenaline filled adventures like Ice Climbing or Tubing.
Banff and Lake Louise offer an inspiring range of snowsport experiences – from backcountry touring to snowshoeing journeys into the heart of Canada’s most mesmerizing wilderness, there is truly something for everyone.
Explore Summer Activities
You will never run out of things to do in Banff and Lake Louise in the Summer!
Soar to new heights in the Lake Louise Summer Sightseeing Gondola to view bears and other wildlife. Test your bravery on Mt. Norquay’s sky high Via Ferrata. Immerse yourself through trails of wildflowers and scenic nature at Sunshine Meadows.
All this, plus cycling, paddle boarding, hiking, sightseeing, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking.
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Wed, 17 Dec 2025
Get Ready to Ride! Richardson’s Ridge Opening at Lake Louise Ski Resort
Big news for skiers and riders this winter. Lake Louise Ski Resort has officially opened the first phase of Richardson’s Ridge, welcoming guests to brand new terrain as of Wednesday, December 17, months ahead of schedule.
Wed, 17 Dec 2025
Get Ready to Ride! Richardson’s Ridge Opening at Lake Louise Ski Resort
Big news for skiers and riders this winter. Lake Louise Ski Resort has officially opened the first phase of Richardson’s Ridge, welcoming guests to brand new terrain as of Wednesday, December 17, months ahead of schedule.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025
Top Early Season Tips for Getting Back on Snow This December
Get ready for early season skiing in Banff with SkiBig3. Discover top tips for your first days back on snow, the best warm up spots at all three resorts, and how to plan a smooth winter getaway with flexible SkiBig3 Lift Tickets. Perfect for skiers and riders visiting Banff National Park this December.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025
Celebrate SnowDays with Your Ikon Pass This 2025 MLK Weekend
Martin Luther King Jr. weekend is the perfect time to plan a ski escape to Banff and Lake Louise. While it’s a public holiday in the U.S., it’s business as usual in Canada, meaning fewer crowds and wide open slopes. Your Ikon Pass gives you access to three world class resorts: Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise Ski Resort, and Mt. Norquay.
