Alberta

At SnowSeekers, we're all about skiing and snowboarding, and we have tons of features on Alberta ski resorts to get you out on the slopes. Is it possible for a destination to boast both world-renowned ski resorts and serene, lesser-known slopes? The answer is yes: from iconic ski spots like Lake Louise, Marmot Basin, and Banff Sunshine Village to hidden gems at Castle Mountain and Nakiska, skiing in Alberta promises epic pow, stunning landscapes and adventure like you’ve never experienced before. 

The fun doesn’t stop at skiing and snowboarding. You name it, Alberta's got it: snowmobiling through forest trails, ice skating on frozen lakes, cozy après ski retreats and vibrant mountain festivals. 

Ready to ski and snowboard in Alberta?

Our Alberta stories unlock the winter magic, capturing the true spirit of Alberta skiing and all the best ways to enjoy winter in Alberta.

An exhilarating day in the sky and on the slopes

Gather your friends for a quick winter escape that will have them gazing at frozen waterfalls...

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You're praying to the wrong snow god

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Ullr is widely known by many snow seekers as the God of Snow but a deeper look at Norse mythology...

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The allure of the aurora borealis

Near midnight the milky smear of clouds that guarded what lay beyond – an infinite jet-black sky...

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Spring skiing in Jasper beats a tropical getaway

My crew and I set ashore in Jasper for a March 3 – 6 layover at The Crimson Hotel, on the trail of...

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Exploring Castle Mountain Resort

Heading up the mountain with excited anticipation, my Salomon rocker skis felt heavy under my feet...

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First-time skier discovers her 'hum' on the slopes

I recently watched a couple of videos that inspired me, both of which you will find within this...

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Skoki Lodge steals your heart

Luxury in the backcountry? Hard to imagine those two things go together so well. But at Skoki Lodge...

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It's time to get mom back on the snow

Blame the kids. Before they came along you were a fantastic skier. You had great equipment, and...

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Tube and Dine date night at Canyon Ski Resort

‘Going all the way to the straw’ at Canyon’s Friday night Tube and Dine is a wintry twist on date...

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Marmot's magic moments

The mountains are calling and you need to answer the call because the start to the 2015/16 season...

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Hidden Valley vintage

Then and now: Hidden Valley

Forget the last 16,000 years, our story starts back in early 1960s when local residents saw a nearby...

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Flaking out in Edmonton

Edmonton is a winter city, and if you embrace winter and get outside, you may discover something...

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Then and now: Kinosoo Ridge

Bonnyville and Cold Lake, AB., are almost 800 kilometres from the closest mountain ski resort. That...

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Castle Mountain

#WinterIsHere

Wow! Have you seen the forecast lately? It’s crazy! #WinterisHere is a collection of the most up-to...

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Canyon vintage

Then and now: Canyon Ski Resort

Wouldn’t it be cool to fly around looking for the perfect slope to cut some ski trails? Pretty...

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marmot basin vintage

Then and now: Marmot Basin

Skiing down Marmot Run on a clear day, you’d be forgiven for thinking that little has changed in...

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Edmonton Ski Club Vintage

A lesson in momentum

Jeremy sees just how important community or “feeder” hills are: to young skiers and families, to...

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Lake Louise AB Lake Louise Ski Resort ski lesson lodge of ten peaks

Then and now: The Lake Louise Ski Resort

Back in the “old days,” as in the late 1800s, when travelling by train was the hip way for the...

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