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Mon, 14 Mar 2022

Snow conditions in Banff and Lake Louise show no signs of slowing down

The birds might be chirping, but winter is far from over. Snow conditions at all three SkiBig3 resorts - Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise Ski Resort, and Mt. Norquay - have been astounding. There is still plenty of snow left for spring skiing (with more on the way). With a cumulative snowfall (between all three resorts) of 1790cm (704.5”) and a snow base of up to 230cm (90.5”) in some areas - the bumps are soft, the cliffs and coated, and the fun is only just beginning. Come ski or ride the longest non-glacial ski season in Canada and see what we mean. Want to see more? Take a look at the webcams. Here are some mid-season highlights of the best snow conditions in Banff and Lake Louise this winter. 

 

Snow conditions in Banff and Lake Louise: Mid-season highlights 

 

January 7, 2022 - Waist deep cliff drops

 

skibig3-recent-conditions-lake-louise-ski-resort-powder-day Lake Louise has smashed records this year with its unprecedented snowfall. | Photo by Josh Segeleski at Lake Louise Ski Resort

 

January 16, 2022 - Wind-loaded wonderland 

 

skibig3-recent-conditions-powder-banff-sunshine-cliffs-powder A 10cm (3.9") day in the Village can be waist-deep in Delerium Dive. That's because of it's unique wind-loading. | Photo at Banff Sunshine by Josh Segeleski

 

January 18, 2022 - Better than Christmas 

 

skibig3-recent-conditions-powder-under-north-american-chair Snow so good it'll make you do a double-take. Mt. Norquay is only 10 minutes from the Town of Banff. | Photo at Mt. Norquay by Dan Evans

 

February 8, 2022 - Secret stashes off Wolverine 

 

skibig3-recent-conditions-banff-sunshine-powder-wolverine-chair Shhh don't give away this secret stash, but under the Wolverine Chair is absolutely incredible on a powder day. | Photo at Banff Sunshine by Rajiv Dhaliwal

 

February 9, 2022 - Groomer perfection

 

skibig3-recent-conditions-grommers-norquay-february Known for its world-class grooming, Mt. Norquay's slopes will make you feel like a ski racer on every turn. | Photo at Mt. Norquay by Megan Jones

 

February 20, 2022 - Enchanted forest

 

skibig3-recent-conditions-lake-louise-ski-resort-powder-skier-purple Enter the whiteroom. West Bowl is Lake Louise's newest free ride zone full of steeps, trees, and playful powder pockets. | Photo at Lake Louise Ski Resort by Josh Segeleski

 

March 3, 2022 - Winter won’t stop 

 

skibig3-recent-conditions-march-lake-louise-ski-resort-back-bowls March is still giving us the goods! With a 230cm (90.5") snow base in the back bowl of Lake Louise, there's never been a better (or softer) time to drop in! | Photo at Lake Louise Ski Resort by Josh Segeleski

 

Keep shredding until May

 

The snow conditions in Banff and Lake Louise are just insane – and we’ve still got two and half months to go. There's no place in Canada like the Rockies - home to the longest non-glacial ski season with Banff Sunshine (the last resort to close) stopping its lifts on May 24. There's still plenty of time to book a sneaky spring getaway with snow this good.

 

Start planning your trip today. Should you need a bit more flexibility with your travel plans this winter our no-questions-asked cancellation policy allows for free changes and cancellations until 3-days prior to arrival. Pre-order your lift tickets for ultimate multi-day/multi-mountain convenience – but rest assured, SkiBig3 Lift Tickets are fully-refundable until 3-days prior to arrival. To book your winter ski vacation, call 1-844-754-2443 to speak with a reservation specialist or go online to access SkiBig3 Lift Tickets or some exceptional Ski & Stay Package deals.

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