Living in Calgary has a ton of perks, from being voted one of the cleanest cities in the world, to having a world renowned mayor, Calgarians have it made.
See also
- 10 best places to ski and snowboard in Canada
- 10 national parks you can visit for free next year
- 7 places to snowshoe in and around Calgary this winter
You don’t have to head to British Columbia to get some grade A run, after all, one of the best things about Calgary is the close proximity to the mountains. In just a matter of hours from door to mountain you can be shredding the slopes.
Check out some hills close to the city that will let you hit the slopes ASAP.
WinSport Calgary
Getting your snowboard on has never been easier with a park right inside Calgary City Limits. WinSport offers tubing, skiing, snowboarding and much much more!
Distance: Within city limits
Where: 88 Canada Olympic Road SW
Cost: $45.99 adult lift ticket
Nakiska Ski Resort, Kananaskis
Nakiska’s close proximity to Calgary makes it the perfect destination if you don’t like travelling on icy roads or just want to do a quick half day. For Olympic grade skiing, Nakiska is actually a great option. The Mountain was built from the ground up for the 1988 Calgary Olympic Games, and is home to Olympic grade runs and some of the best snow-making equipment around. The tube park is also a bonus!
Distance: About one hour
Where: 2 Mt Allan Dr,Kananaskis
Cost: $76.95 Adult Lift Ticket
Banff Norquay Resort
Banff Norquay is extremely close to the Trans-Canada Highway which makes it a breeze to get to. Not only does Norquay offer special sightseeing packages, but they also offer “Toonie Tuesdays” on February 8th, March 12th and April 12. Thats right you can or board all day for just a Toonie, and all proceeds go to charity.
Distance: About an hour and a half
Where: Near town of Banff exit on TransCanada highway
Cost: $69.99 Adult Lift Ticket
Sunshine Village
Sunshine Village offers all of the skiing and snowboarding your heart desires. With tons of snow fall, Sunshine is often open later than most mountains in Canada, AND they carry the first heated chair lift in the Country!
Distance: About An Hour and a Half
Where: 1 Sunshine access Rd, Banff
Cost: $99.00 Adult Lift Ticket
Fortress Mountain
While Fortress Mountain isn’t “technically” open in the way the other mountains are operating, it is still available for cat skiing until next season. Fortress originally opened in 1969 and was known for its massive amounts of snow, however closed until recent years and is now being redeveloped. Grab a group of friends, head out there and get ready for a personalized ski experience.
Distance: Two Hours
Where: Near Kananaskis
Cost: $395-$475 a seat
Castle Mountain
Instead of heading West to hit the mountains, most don’t think to head North, But in Southern Alberta lies Castle Mountain, your premier ski & snowboard destination. The hill offers over 80 runs, lessons, snowshoeing and even cat skiing.
Distance: Two Hours
Where: Pincher Creek – Range Road 40A
Cost: $74.00 Adult Lift Pass
Lake Louise
Lake Louise’s 4200 skiable acres of world-class terrain makes this a hot spot for skiers and snowboarders. The hill has numerous beginning, intermediate and black diamond runs which makes it a perfect place for shredders of any capability.
Distance: Two Hours
Where: 1 Whitehorn Rd, Lake Louise, AB
Cost: $99.00 Adult Lift Pass
Canyon Ski Resort
Central Alberta Represent! Canyon Ski Resort is located in Red Deer, Alberta, and offers a large array of specials from College nights to Thrifty Thursdays.
Distance: One hour 40 minutes
Where: RR#2 Site #8 Box 26, Red Deer, AB
Cost: $42.00 Adult Life Pass
Hidden Valley Ski Resort
Ski Hidden Valley is a true Hidden Valley, located in Alberta’s Cyprus Hills Provincial Park. Stunning views of Alberta’s Prairie and world-class snow making machines make the hill top-notch.
Distance: 3 and a half hours.
Where: 1 Box 12, Elkwater, Alberta
Cost: $41.00 Adult Life Pass
Marmot Basin
Located in the heart of Jasper national park Marmot Basin is located right inside the Canadian Rockies which make it a great place to guarantee fresh powder!
Distance: 5 hours
Where: 1 Marmot Road, Jasper, AB
Cost: $89.95 Adult Life Pass