Iconic Alberta ski resort opens new sprawling 200-acre terrain area
An iconic ski resort in Alberta has opened a new terrain pod for visitors to enjoy, and it is available for use well ahead of schedule.
The Lake Louise Ski Resort in Banff National Park says that after many years of planning, the first phase of its newest terrain addition, Richardson’s Ridge, is open to the public.
The resort, which opened earlier last month, had previously pegged Richardson’s Ridge to open by early Spring 2026.
“Starting Wednesday, Dec. 17, the Richardson’s Ridge Express detachable high-speed quad will transport skiers and riders to five new beginner and intermediate runs and cruisy, natural glades. With spectacular views down Pika Valley and to Mt. Temple beyond, Richardson’s Ridge offers exciting new terrain for the whole family to explore and is similar in size to our existing Larch area,” the resort stated.
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This first phase of Richardson’s Ridge is just the first step of many that the resort is completing to enhance the experience, and it will welcome guests into this 200-acre terrain pod suited to skiers and snowboarders of all ability levels.
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Lake Louise Ski Resort added that its long-range plan includes selective glading in advanced/expert areas and a surface lift connection from Temple Lodge.
The Richardson’s Ridge area builds on recent transformational projects over the past five years, including the addition of the Summit Quad and the opening of West Bowl, the new Juniper Express and Learning Area, and the new Pipestone Express Heated Bubble six-pack, which was introduced last year.
Lake Louise isn’t the only ski hill in Alberta that is undergoing some changes. One prestigious resort is undergoing one of the most significant upgrades in its history.
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