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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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Tue, 18 Aug 2026
August Snow in the Canadian Rockies: Winter Is Never Too Far Away
Banff Sunshine Village saw a fresh dusting of snow in early August, bringing a little winter stoke to the middle of summer. While the snow didn’t stick around for long, seeing the peaks turn white again was a pretty welcome sight for anyone already counting down to ski season.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026
August Snow in the Canadian Rockies: Winter Is Never Too Far Away
Banff Sunshine Village saw a fresh dusting of snow in early August, bringing a little winter stoke to the middle of summer. While the snow didn’t stick around for long, seeing the peaks turn white again was a pretty welcome sight for anyone already counting down to ski season.
Fri, 14 Aug 2026
What to Do in Canmore in Winter: A Local’s Guide
For a SkiBig3 trip, Canmore makes an easy home base. You’re close to Banff and all three SkiBig3 resorts, while still having plenty to do when you’re not on the slopes. From slow mornings and local coffee to après, Nordic spas and winter adventures, there’s more to the trip than chasing first chair.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
What’s New at SkiBig3 for 2026–27
The Canadian Rockies are always evolving, and the 2026–27 season brings plenty of new ways to experience SkiBig3 and Banff National Park. From expanded terrain and upgraded lifts to new places to après, stay, eat and unwind, there’s plenty to discover across Banff, Canmore and Lake Louise this winter.
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