Alberta

Is it possible for a destination to boast both world-renowned ski resorts and serene, lesser-known slopes? The answer is yes: cue Alberta. 

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.

A lot has happened in Alberta and British Columbia since last season, and there's so much to know as...

A skier goes down a hill throwing up snow in their path

It might only be August but it looks like folks throughout Alberta and British Columbia are just as...

This year was an amazing ski and snowboard season before it was cut short. Let’s make sure we don't...

Wow, wasn’t that the week that felt like a lifetime? With the barrage of bad news about the...

Spring

This is it folks. The best and the worst part of the ski season. The worst because we are already...

Vermilion

Vermilion, AB - Access is everything, whether you are going skiing or sledding, and the effort to...

SkiNorthAB

Having a tuning fork vibrating on your chest as you lie awash in yellow light, as Sandra Kathnelson...

Bonnyville

As the sun comes up over Hamilton House, just east of Cold Lake in the Bonnyville region, Alexa...

SkiNorthAB

Alvin Lee hadn’t laid eyes on snow until three years ago, at the age of 33 while on a trip to Japan...

Fort McMurray

Climbing behind the “wheel” of a Sherp is a surreal experience, beginning with the lack of wheel...

Ice Road

A historic rock cairn, rimed and grey, looks out over Lake Athabasca. With her gloved hand, Hanna...

Lac La Biche Nordic Skiing

Archer is ready to go skiing. He’s so excited his body is shaking. As he moves from one to the other...

A nervous grin spreads across Ginger Dumais’ face as she picks up speed, reaching the edge of...

Grande Prairie

Over the span of a few hours at Wapiti Nordic Ski Club in Grande Prairie, Breanna Gordon has managed...

There are many reasons someone might want to switch from snowboarding to skiing. Take Amber Grant...

Nakiska

Aren’t we lucky to live in a city with so many activities to choose from? Each season offers tons of...

Kicking Horse

Skiing at three different slopes on a two-day weekend sounds impossible but it’s easy from Calgary...

Winsport

Immigrating to Canada isn’t easy, especially if you’re making the move from a completely different...