Lake Louise ski resort: snow, terrain & trip planner
Alberta, Canada · Base 5,401 ft · Summit 8,652 ft · Vertical 3,251 ft
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Lake Louise snow report
Nov 15: in season; 4 in. forecast at the summit over the next 7 days.
- Status
- In season until ~May 5
- Next 24 h
- 3 in. summit forecast
- Next 7 days
- 4 in. summit forecast
Forecast and modeled snow from Veabird's snow model. Updated Nov 15, 22:00 UTC.
Veabird's call
Open but thin, check open runs with 41% of normal snowfall and 4 in. due.
An Ikon Pass hill for beginners and intermediates, usually closes around May 5.
Grades from Veabird's snow model; wording by AI (Muse Spark), checked against the forecast. Updated Nov 15, 22:00 UTC.
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Questions about Lake Louise
When does Lake Louise open?
Usually around Nov 6, and the season typically runs to about May 5. Exact dates depend on early snow, so check the resort's announcements.
How much snow does Lake Louise get?
About 180 inches in an average season. The snowiest month is usually January, with about 34 inches.
When is the best time to ski Lake Louise?
For the most snow, December through March; January is usually the least crowded of those. Holiday weeks are the busiest; the forecast above has this week's grades.
Is Lake Louise good for beginners?
37% of its mapped runs are beginner terrain, 28% intermediate and 35% advanced or expert. That makes it a good pick for beginners.
Is Lake Louise on the Epic or Ikon pass?
Lake Louise is on the Ikon Pass (2025-26 partners). Check the pass's site for blackout dates and day limits before you buy.
Terrain: Great for beginners and intermediates
■ Beginner 37% · ■ Intermediate 28% · ■ Advanced 35%
115 mapped runs (about 50 miles) and 13 lifts.
Shares of mapped run length from OpenSkiMap (OpenStreetMap contributors); advanced includes expert terrain. Official acreage splits can differ.
Lift tickets & passes
- On the Ikon Pass (2025-26 partners; confirm before you buy).
- Day tickets are usually cheapest bought online, in advance, from the resort's site.
Plan your trip
Where to stay
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Getting there
- Calgary International Airport (YYC), about 2.5 h by road
Drive times are rough estimates; check road and chain-law conditions. Flight search is a partner link.
Nearby ski resorts
- Mt Norquay Alberta · 29 mi
- Banff Sunshine Alberta · 30 mi
- Kicking Horse British Columbia · 39 mi
- Nakiska Alberta · 55 mi
- Panorama British Columbia · 67 mi
- Revelstoke British Columbia · 92 mi
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