Banff Ski Resort Guide
Banff, Canada
Rated: 2/5 (from 3 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers. |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 2,730m8,957ft |
| Resort Height | 2,160m7,087ft |
| Nearest Airport | Calgary International |
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Banff
The ski area of Banff is at an altitude of 2,160m7,087ft.
Summary
Banff has direct access to a total of 12 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 2,160m7,087ft, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,730m8,957ft, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Skiing
Banff offers good sking, particularly, for Expert skiers.
Snowboarding
Banff offers some good boarding and there is a Snow Park in Banff.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Banff?
The next notable snow forecast is 2cm1in, expected on 21 November.
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Snow this week
| Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed |
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| Snow to resort | Snow to resort | Snow to resort |
Ski Area Stats
Banff Ski Area
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 12 | |
|---|---|---|
Altitudes & Slopes
Banff Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 2,730m8,957ft |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 2,160m7,087ft |
| Resort Altitude (Banff) | 2,160m7,087ft |
| Max Vertical | 570m1,870ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners |
Location and Map
Where is Banff?
This ski resort is in Alberta, Canada.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Banff is Calgary International, 106 minutes drive away.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
There are 12 ski lifts.
Season Dates
When is Banff open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
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