Banff Mount Norquay Ski Resort Guide
Banff Mount Norquay, Canada
Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 2,135m |
| Resort Height | 1,739m |
| Nearest Airport | Calgary International |
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Banff Mount Norquay
The ski area of Banff Mount Norquay is in the Canadian Rockies at an altitude of 1,739m.
Summary
Banff Mount Norquay has direct access to 24 marked pistes, served by a total of 6 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 1,739m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,135m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Banff Mount Norquay is highly rated by Snowboarders and there is a Snow Park in Banff Mount Norquay.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Banff Mount Norquay?
The next notable snow forecast is 2cm, expected on 22 December.
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Ski Area Stats
Banff Mount Norquay Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 15 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 8 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 10 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 6 | |
Altitudes & Slopes
Banff Mount Norquay Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 2,135m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,739m |
| Resort Altitude (Banff Mount Norquay) | 1,739m |
| Max Vertical | 396m |
Ratings & Suitability
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| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Location and Map
Where is Banff Mount Norquay?
This ski resort is in the Canadian Rockies in Alberta.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Banff Mount Norquay is Calgary International, 101 minutes drive away.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The six ski lifts are able to uplift 5,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, with 8 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Banff Mount Norquay open?
Opened (since November 9, 2024).
Usual opening is late November (Usually open weekends in November then fully open from December), and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
