If you ask a local how to make the most of a ski trip to Banff National Park, the answer is simple: visit all three mountains.

 

Instead of spending your entire trip on one mountain, SkiBig3 lets you experience three distinct resorts, each with its own personality, terrain, and views, all while staying in one incredible destination with one SkiBig3 lift ticket. 

 

Skiers enjoying a sunny day at Banff Sunshine Village | Photo credit: Reuben Krabbe 

 

Three Resorts, Three Different Experiences 

 

No two SkiBig3 resorts feel the same, and that's exactly the point. 

Banff Sunshine Village is known for its high elevation, long ski season, reliable snow, and wide-open alpine terrain. With breathtaking views in every direction and pure, uninterrupted wilderness as far as you see, it’s a favorite for skiers and riders looking for big mountain adventure.

 

Lake Louise Ski Resort offers endless variety with expansive terrain, long cruisers, challenging bowls, and some of the most iconic scenery in the Canadian Rockies. Whether you’re enjoying a relaxed lap or exploring the mountain from top to bottom, there’s always something new to discover. 

Mt. Norquay is Banff’s backyard. Just minutes from downtown, it’s a convenient choice for families, quick laps, and those looking to add a few extra runs to their day. With panoramic views overlooking the town of Banff and its surrounding peaks, Mt Norquay is one of the best places to take in the beauty of the valley from above. 

Each mountain brings something different to the experience, which is why skiing all three is a true Banff tradition. But each resort has a few things in common like providing terrain for all abilities including learning zones, cruisey blues and extreme steeps. Meaning everyone in your group can find their favourite type of run, no matter the resort.  

 

A must visit destination for Ikon Pass & Mountain Collective Holders | Photo credit: Reuben Krabbe 

 

A Must-Visit Destination for Ikon Pass & Mountain Collective Holders 

 

For skiers and snowboarders building their season around bucket-list destinations, SkiBig3 belongs at the top of the list. 

As a proud destination partner of the Ikon Pass, SkiBig3 gives pass holders access to all three resorts: Banff Sunshine Village, Lake Louise Ski Resort, and Mt. Norquay. It’s a rare opportunity to explore three unique mountains in one trip, surrounded by the incredible landscapes of Banff National Park. 

Banff Sunshine and Lake Louise Skie Resort are also part of the Mountain Collective, giving pass holders another way to experience the Canadian Rockies alongside some of the world’s most iconic ski destinations. 

Banff also positions itself well for an Ikon or Mountain Collective road trip through the Canadian Rockies, with several pass partner resorts only a few hours away.  

 

Bluebird groomer laps | Photo credit: Reuben Krabbe 

 

Stay in One Place 

 

One of the best parts? You don't need to move hotels to explore all of SkiBig3. 

Base yourself in Banff, Canmore, or Lake Louise, then choose your mountain each morning. Maybe Sunshine picked up fresh snow overnight. Maybe you're in the mood for Lake Louise's long groomers and incredible views. Maybe you want a relaxed afternoon at Norquay before exploring Banff’s downtown. 

You don’t have to plan every ski day months in advance. You can simply decide when you wake up. 

 

Sunny morning at Banff Sunshine Village | Photo credit: Reuben Krabbe 

 

No Car? No Problem. 

 

Getting to the mountains is easy thanks to SkiBig3’s complimentary shuttle service. 

Hop on from many Banff accommodations and head straight to the resort. There’s no driving, no parking, and no need to worry about winter road conditions. It’s one of those small details that makes a SkiBig3 vacation feel simple from start to finish. 

 

Groomer laps at Lake Louise Ski Resort | Photo credit: Reuben Krabbe 

 

More Than Just Great Skiing 

 

The mountains are only part of what makes Banff special. 
When the lifts stop spinning, there is so much more to do and see. What else is there to do in Banff in the winter: 

 

• wild ice skating  
• great restaurants
• local breweries
• cozy cafés
• shopping
• hot springs
• some of the best après 

 

You get the best of both worlds: world-class skiing and an authentic mountain town experience. 

 

The SkiBig3 experience offers variety and freedom | Photo credit: Reueben Krabbe 

 

Why SkiBig3? 

 

Together, Banff Sunshine Village, Lake Louise Ski Resort, and Mt. Norquay offer nearly 8,000 acres of skiable terrain, more than 350 named runs, and terrain for every ability level. Better yet, they’re all included on one SkiBig3 lift ticket. 

Few ski destinations let you experience this much variety without ever unpacking your bags twice. 
Each mountain offers a different experience, but together they create a ski trip that’s hard to match. More terrain, more variety, and the freedom to ski wherever the conditions are best, all from one unforgettable destination. 

That’s the SkiBig3 advantage. Book your Banff ski vacation with SkiBig3 and discover why one trip is better with three mountains.