Canmore

Canmore is the main gateway to Canada’s Rocky Mountains from Calgary. 

KPOW Cat Skiing @Fortress Mountain, Nakiska Ski Resort and the Canmore Nordic Centre are Canmore’s key winter attractions. Canmore acts as the perfect base camp for Lake Louise Ski Resort, Sunshine Village Ski Resort, Mount Norquay Ski Resort and/or Banff day trips.

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An ideal mountain base camp, Canmore is located approximately 75 km west of Calgary and is home to many winter adventures.