Lake Louise Ski Resort & Summer Gondola

Beautiful place to ski but only if you are a VERY GOOD intermediate or advanced skier Lovely views and great place to take photos. There is also a souvenir store, good CLEAN places to eat and the rental outlet staff are amazing! Many are Australian or English young adults who definitely go out of their way to make renting of skis, boots etc easy! The skis and boots are also the newest I have ever hired Bonus stop halfway down the mountain is awesome but as mentioned above ONLY SKI if you are very competent

My recent visit to Lake Louise Ski Resort in Alberta was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment I arrived, I was captivated by the breathtaking scenery. Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, the resort offers stunning views that are truly unparalleled. The pristine snow-capped peaks and crystal-clear blue skies create a picturesque backdrop that makes every moment on the slopes feel like a scene from a postcard. The location of Lake Louise Ski Resort is incredibly convenient. It’s easily accessible, whether you’re driving from nearby towns or using public transportation. The resort’s well-organized shuttle service made traveling to and from the slopes a breeze, ensuring a stress-free experience from start to finish. One of the standout aspects of my visit was how well the resort managed its busyness. Despite being a popular destination, the resort never felt overcrowded. The layout is thoughtfully designed, allowing for smooth flow and easy navigation between different areas. I was able to explore a variety of runs without feeling rushed or cramped, which significantly enhanced my skiing experience. The staff at Lake Louise Ski Resort deserve a special mention. From the friendly greeters to the knowledgeable instructors, every staff member I encountered was professional, helpful, and genuinely enthusiastic about ensuring guests had a great time. Their warm hospitality made a noticeable difference, adding a personal touch that elevated my overall experience. The resort itself boasts an impressive variety of runs catering to all skill levels, from beginners to advanced skiers. The well-maintained trails and excellent grooming made skiing an absolute joy. Additionally, the facilities, including rental shops and dining options, were top-notch and conveniently located, making it easy to take breaks and refuel without missing a beat. The only minor downside to my otherwise perfect visit was the dated lifts. While functional, they could benefit from some modernization to enhance comfort and speed. However, this small drawback did little to detract from the overall excellence of the resort. The efficient lift operations and minimal wait times more than made up for any slight inconveniences caused by the older equipment. In conclusion, Lake Louise Ski Resort is a gem that truly embodies the essence of a premier skiing destination. The awe-inspiring scenery, strategic location, manageable busyness, well-planned layout, and exceptional staff all contribute to an unforgettable experience. Despite the dated lifts, the resort offers everything one could hope for in a ski trip. I highly recommend Lake Louise Ski Resort to anyone looking to immerse themselves in a world-class winter wonderland. I can’t wait to return for another unforgettable adventure on the slopes!

Lake Louise has solidified its position as the best resort in the Canadian Rockies. Diverse terrain, great maintenance, new lifts and more new lifts on the way! The resort has a great mix of beginner, intermediate, and expert trails. I visited most recently in April 2024, and I was treated to great snow in the West Bowl, Boundary Bowl, and the good ol' Rock Garden. Between the steeps, there is great lift access all over the mountain faces. Groomed runs are well maintained, side hits galore, and great park features for those who are so inclined. Life's better at the lake.

Great food options, lift tickets are much more reasonably priced than Whistler. Friendly staff, the lifts and gondolas are all nice. The mountain is incredible skiing and very big. Even though there can be a lot of people the slopes don't feel crowded. Well worth the drive.

Lake louise was the best experience of our trip so far. Great hiking, canoes, etc. We did the tea house hike it was fun.

Lake Louise Ski Resort is a total blast! The views are unreal – seriously, you’ll want to snap a pic at every turn. The slopes cater to everyone, from beginners to pros, so no one’s left out. The lines move fast, so you can spend more time shredding and less time waiting. Just a heads up, it can get pretty crowded, so if you’re not into that scene, maybe check out another hill. But overall, it’s a solid five stars from me!

I visited Banff to go skiing here. OK it was amazing and it was literally literally the best skiing experience in my whole life . Everybody says skiing in Japan is also good but I would say the bill from the top at the ski resort was insanely beautiful. Also by conjuring on the back of the mountain was making me feel like I'm at the different planet.

Definitely the best ski resort in Alberta. Heels are good,many different options,views are beautiful,service is friendly and professional. Restaurant system is much less expensive and has a better quality then other places

Lake Louise was the last resort I visited, it was not bad on Easter Monday, hardly any lines. Stopped in the afternoon. Out of the three locations , worst walk to do. Because you have the gradient (and sunshine has shuttles for the parking lot and road guest). This is the mountain with the best views. You even have a cool lookout at the top of the mountain. You can ski through the trees and say hi to the mountains. The washrooms smell like a locker room and women's washroom are upstairs (ah!). Some chair lifts auto tilt the seat so you don't have a wet bum! Best views are here.

Beautiful ski resort. Even though we weren't there right as they opened, parking was easy. Lifts and gondola were fast and well run. Plenty of places to stop and get food or something to drink in different places on the slopes and at the bottom. Two in our group were new to skiing. Some of the greens were steep and intimidating to them. Lots of great blacks. And such amazing views.

I'm from the US but I've also been to a few resorts in British Columbia including Whistler. That being said this resort blew me away in terms of views, ski able areas, fast/high lifts, and especially... short lines! It's probably the best resort I've ever been to so far. Parking can get a little bit unwieldy and there's spots on the road for a while but you might have to walk a short distance.

Such a pretty spot with great food and services. I could spend my entire vacation there. The resort was booked when we were visiting. However we chose to spend a day there. The Gandola ride is beautiful and we did spot a bear from it. The view top is mesmerizing with hiking trails. I would be watchful of the wildlife, and will stay on the recommended trails. It's cold/windy up there, so make sure to carry a jacket. We tried all three meals of the day at different restaurants there and the food was pretty good. The day care service is a plus while you hit the slopes. Also they do offer shuttle service for both Moraine lake and lake Louise along with the Gandola ride ticket. Make sure you visit the website or hit the service desk early in the day. Though they are expensive than the state run buses. The ample parking spot and ev charging spots make this place a convenient location with all the help you would need. The ramen bar was closed and we couldn't try that out.

Lake Louise Ski Resort is an amazing mountain! They have trails that go one for DAYS. Everything from greens, blues, and blacks that provide for super long trails making all the minutes you spend riding the chair up worth it! The mountain is large and vast - allowing for plenty of space for all skiers and snowboarders without feeling cramped or crowded. The staff were super friendly and efficient as well. The runs were well groomed and the snow absolutely perfect. For a recreational skier that STAYS on the well beaten-groomed path - this resort offered the perfect runs. As someone traveling from the US - Lake Louise skiing is absolutely amazing. I found it better than Whistler and some other more popular resorts. Of course there is also the lake itself as well, which is breathtaking to see!

Beautiful scenery, spectacular views, the runs are good for beginners and intermediates. They still do individual hand scanners so you have to keep taking out your Ikon pass from your pocket.

We took the shuttle from this resort. The place is clean and has plenty of parking. The gondola was also really nice.

Beautiful scenery!!!! I wanna go again. If you don't have a car, you will have a little problem go to resort. But No problem. Because. there have a ski bus. so, I went to there by ski bus.

Every January we go to a different destination, anywhere in the world, to snowboard. We have this fishbowl filled with folded notes. For this year we reached in and pulled out "Banff." Since this is one of the biggest and baddest resorts around the area. We decided to give this spot a proper try. Theres plenty of lifts everywhere and their runs are super nice. Snow quality is pretty good, kept running into some ice, but I heard it hasn't really snowed hard core in a week. We definitely enjoyed their expansive ski area. Plus the views of Lake Louise in the distance definitely makes it super pretty in pictures. The hubby and I had a great time snowboarding here. The staff is super nice, BUT their gondola crew was a bit rough in sticking my snowboard in the door holders. Therefore dinged up the lip of my pretty Roma Snowboard. I'm a bit crossed by that. Would've been a 5 star. Thank you so much for reading my review. I hope this helps with your decision making experience. Enjoy your awesome yelptastic day!!

I always love skiing here, Lake Louise is in my opinion, the best skiing in Alberta. The runs are always clearly marked and well taken care of. I also love that you can buy ski passes at Costco ahead of time for a cheaper price and those same tickets can get you a hotel discount. There are multiple shuttles that can get you to the resort depending on where you stay. I recommend bringing some snacks or your own lunch because buying food on the hill is quite expensive, but that's pretty common at most ski hills. I'm always happy to ski here and love coming back!

Absolutely wonderful experience. The gondola has an incredible view of Lake Louise and it is an amazing hike down the mountain. HIGHLY recommend taking the gondola to the top of the mountain. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience.

Had an excellent time here with my 3.5 year old She tried skiing for the first time. Rentals helped her find everything she needed and the magic carpet was a great first time experience for her. The major highlight for her was the tubing park. What a fantastic ride! The cafeteria was pretty expensive but tasty! Parking was easy to find and not far from the resort. No bus necessary.

Great place to visit in the summer! Not just for winter activities. While visiting Lake Louise we wanted to stop somewhere for lunch. We ended up at Lake Louise Mountain Resort. Perfect choice! There is cafeteria style dining options. There's a full service bar. You could even pack a lunch and eat it in the dining section. The lifts are running if you want to ride up for a view. We appreciated the free WiFi in the lodge. It was nice to get away from the crowds in Lake Louise.

Lake Louise has been my favorite hill for past 10 years. Snow is a little less than sunshine village right now. You can tell by seeing tree roots off the 6 man chair. There were no lineups, so that was great! Snow was hard packed, -12 degrees at the top. I will have to compare with Sunshine for the snow. Happy new year!!

I think I'm in love. If you're skiing in the Banff area then Lake Louise is as good as it gets. I skied here on my last day in Banff and it seems that I saved the best for last because words cannot describe how much I loved Lake Louise. It's definitely more challenging than nearby Sunshine Village and is probably the better choice when it's a proper powder day. If you buy a Big 3 pass you can catch the complimentary shuttle from downtown Banff. It's about a 45 minute drive and the shuttle fills up quickly so plan accordingly. Like I said in the previous paragraph the runs are definitely more challenging than Sunshine. It is considered the icier of the two resorts, however if you have ever skied in the east you will be just fine with that. My favourite ski area was at the aptly named Top of the World chair. Here you are treated to stunning mountain views everywhere you look and challenging runs. I did a full day lesson here because I haven't had one yet this year and it always helps to be shown around the mountain by someone who knows it inside and out. My instructor, Andrew, was great and I got everything that I wanted out of the lesson. He helped me correct errors in my technique and learn new stuff so that I could really challenge myself. I felt very satisfied by the end of the ski day and I definitely learned a lot. The lodge itself was also a pretty good spot to grab lunch. They have many options at your disposal including a buffet. I grabbed a bowl of build your own pasta and I really enjoyed it. It was also surprisingly reasonably priced for ski resort food. Lake Louise you have stolen my heart. I left here with very fond memories and I hope that one day I can come back here.

By far the best ski resort in the area. We came here for the first time last week and had a blast. They have onsite daycare that is super convenient (within walking distance from the gondola). If you decide to use the daycare, make sure to book far enough in advance for a weekend day. They took excellent care of our kid and even gave him lunch (for a small additional fee). Regarding the mountain, the slopes are just incredible and who does not love being able to take a gondola ride up to the top?! The views are amazing, the runs are well groomed, and the staff extremely friendly. They also have a good beer selection in the lodge. We've decided to make a trip to Lake Louise a regular occurrence because we had so much fun. Can't recommend this place enough.

Lake Louise is a huge hill with so much to choose from. Whether you're looking for groomed cruisers, steep black diamonds, or varied tree runs, this hill has it all (and lots of it). I've been going to Lake Louise for a few years now and my last trip (3rd week of November) was absolutely incredible. Despite early season conditions, there was so much fresh snow. We snowboarded 3 days and each day, we were greeted with fresh pow from the night before. Ski lifts run efficiently and despite a few runs being closed, we were still able to navigate from front side, to back bowls, to latch without too much trouble. Can't wait to get back to the Lake!

The view is just breathtaking. This is my first time snowboarding internationally as I'm used to the states. I think it's the 'driest' snow I have experienced. Just dust off the snow off your board. Usually, when I'm in Mammoth I would have to push off the crusted over snow/ice. I would say the people are friendly and the runs are wide open. If you're a tourist doing your research let me break down some stuff for you. This is the 'farthest' west of the the "Big3" resorts you can hit up. Banff Sunshine is closer by maybe 15-20 minutes. We stayed in Harvie Heights and Canmore. Harvie Heights is a hamlet closest west to these resorts. I didn't get to explore much of the back bowl terrain of Lake Louise but again like I said it was wide open. There is a T-Bar at the "Top of the World' chair lift if you can ride over to it from there. We kinda did a tree run to get to the T Bar. I almost got up the T-Bar but it's harder for snowboarders. It took my friends two or three attempts to make it up. I would still come back here. I feel like they are limited on the blue runs but still fun with a view. Try exploring more of the backside first when you arrive and make your way back to the front side to cruise.

This is a summer review. Yes they are open and offer gondola rides halfway to the top. They have a coffee shop inside the main lodge. The grassy grounds lead you to a BBQ house that has a patio and ice cream. The large log chalet is very pleasing to the eye and the place is a good stop to kill an hour and stretch your legs.

All things considered, this place is well deserving of five stars. The drive here is beautiful. The Canadian Rockies are truly impressive and everyone should make it out here at least once in both summer and winter. The views can be incredible, but of course, it's weather dependent. We had a partially clear day and it was breathtaking. The gondola and lifts are very smooth. There are so many different runs here, suitable for all skill levels, it's definitely a destination for the whole family. The main building is a rustic, log structure. High ceilings and a high, stone fireplace. It has various food choices and they're not too bad. Sure, you pay a premium, but that's expected. Pack your own lunch and snacks if you can and you don't have to spend a dime beyond lift tickets! If you forgot a few things, there's a shop too. Free wifi. Lots of seating. Lots of parking. All the bases are covered. Washrooms are very clean and well maintained. Free guides (snow friends) who will take you on guided ski/snowboard tours of the trails no matter green, blue, or black! Two departure times: 10am and 1:15pm, each for two hours!! Totally worth going if you're on your own or if you don't feel like paying attention to the maps. They even take you to scenic points and tell you about the mountains! So friendly and helpful! Lovely people! Who needs to snowboard in Ontario anymore? Not me, that's for sure! :)

Love this pkace....so many runs and so many chair lifts. You can never get bored here. The place is hurt. We only have da day to go snowboarding and we are glad we chose this place. The people were friendly and the staff was nice. There are lodges all over the place. There are place to take pictures at as well to get the best views. I would recommend coming here for a day to do some riding.

Pros: Lots of very long, wide runs. Blue and sometimes green runs from the top of every mountain peak make the mountain accessible for all skier levels. Best ski town (Banff). Best views of any North American ski resort. Cons: Skis smaller than its acreage suggests. Ski run signage not the best, combined with multiple ski runs intersecting in multiple spots makes following a single run difficult. I give it 4.5 stars. This is one of the best ski resorts I've been to. We went skiing here 2 days, 3/25/19 and 3/28/19, and first time going to Canada to ski. Every run and chair was open. Heard about this place many times, and finally went to see if it lived up to the hype, and it did. I love long, wide, uncrowded blue or single black runs, which is exactly what this resort gives in spades. I kept waiting to see the bottom of a chairlift but the runs just keep going and going with nobody in sight, you have the whole thing to yourself...unbelievable. A bit icy during cloudy days, but the resort does a great job of grooming so at least you have some loose snow on top to catch an edge and turn okay. Something that seems to be a Canadian thing is that the ski run signage is not the best, its too small to see when you're skiing down the run, plus not enough of them. The views are the best of any resort I've been to, better than Lake Tahoe resorts, better than anything in Colorado, so beautiful. Huge massive snow topped mountains with no development anywhere as far as the eye can see in any direction. The Canadian rockies are so massive it looks like something out of a Lord of the Rings movie. Although its 4,000+ acres, it doesn't ski that big because a lot of that acreage is in the back bowls, which a big portion is not really skiable for mere mortals because its extreme skiing / rock chutes, etc. All the highest peaks have a blue or sometimes a green run going down, giving lower level skiers access to ski from the very top. Stay in Banff which is the best ski town I've ever been to, and take the free shuttle up to the ski resort, or just drive it up yourself on a very easy / painless 40 minute drive from Banff. This resort is highly recommended.

This is a great resort, for every age and ski/snowboard level. The area to go skiing is huge with lines for all experience levels. You can learn how to ski/snowboard right there, although it is a bit pricey. There is lots of staff around and they are all friendly and helpful. Food is not cheap but good, there is a cafeteria with the regular burger and fries, soups and daily specials (had a stuffed potato with fries, was pretty good). There is also a bar/restaurant and now they also have a sushi bar. A lot of people bring their own food and it is no problem to eat your own food in the cafeteria. If it is your first time there look for the people in yellow jackets, called ski friends. They offer tours for free two times a day and happily show you around the ski area. You can rent almost everything, from ski to ski pants. A ski pass for the day is about $90 for adults. Lots of parking available, but it fills up quickly, so you might have to walk a bit when you get there a little later.

Amazing views of the Canadian Rockies!! Unfortunately, the snow was hard packed and icy while we were skiing in mid February. We cut the day short and retreated to the beautiful lodge where we had a terrific late lunch at Kuma Yama. It was my first visit, and I expected better snow and more terrain. Instead, we had bad snow, beautiful sunshine and incredible views along with some good food and drinks in the relaxing lodge. Hopefully, we will have better snow the next time we visit Lake Louise Ski Resort.

The Lake Louise Ski Area is located just outside of its namesake Town Site, and is accessed conveniently from the Trans Canada. I came here during my 1st Honeymoon, skied here for several days, and am still raving about my experience. My only regret is that I haven't been back often enough. This is world class skiing and with stunning views of the Bow Valley to match.. The 139 marked ski runs and back bowls on four mountain faces are 25% beginner, 45% intermediate and 30% advanced. Four full service day lodges are operational during winter. The Lake Louise sightseeing gondola is also open year round, offering panoramas of glaciers, natural springs, wildflowers and possibly wildlife. Other activities in the resort area include heli-skiing, dog sledding, ice skating, and cross-country skiing.

Re- the great staff here; Ive skied many places (Whistler, Mt St Anne, Tremblant, Jay Peak, Stowe, Sunshine, Panorama, Norquay, and spent my life growing up in Ontario so every single molehill what they call "ski mountain" in that province. Every one. They are all terrible.) I must say that although LL is not my very very favourite (I like Whistler better for EVERYTHING, Tremblant better for the nightlife apes ski and food, and Jay Peak better for the ski in ski out awesome ski lodge accommodations and also for the value- we paid only $1770 for a full week 4 level 5 bedroom condo including lift tix and 20% off food! Here at LL we are paying about $1000 per day- Im not kidding- its so expensive. And of course you need to pay for a nearby hotel and they are NOT CHEAP or even plentiful- and there are no B&Bs of course because this is a provincial park- bottom line is you are SOL and paying thru the nose) BUT its really so far my favourite in the province of Alberta. We just moved here 6 weeks ago and have already spent about 7 full days of skiing all over LL - it is incredible. Each day is totally different. They have everything for everyone, no matter what ski level you are. And props go out to Alex Campbell who gave me a 90 minute private lesson w my hubby for first tracks 2 days ago, and it changed my life, no kidding. Ive only had one ski lesson and it was 25 yrs ago. Do you think I remember anything from that ? Not at all, I have no idea what Im doing I just continue trying to get down the mtn in one piece. Alex started me w the basics (ie your weight on your DOWNHILL SKI!! I literally didnt even know THAT) and built from there and literally by the end of the day I felt like a new person. SO much more stable and happy and knowing what Im doing, thanks Alex !!! Kudos to LL! Im going to update my review with a bit more detail- specifically about our great ski instructor Alex Campbell- As I mentioned he gave us an AMAZING 90 minute lesson that totally changed and improved the way I ski, after 25 yrs. I felt much more stable, as soon as I realized I was supposed to be putting my weight on my downhill ski, I had no idea. So for the remainder of that day I worked on my stability, my torso position, trying to look down the hill at a fixed spot in the distance, when to bend the knees, when to start the turn, etc, all the things he told us to think about. Unfortunately I had started the day with probably the hardest fall, right on my head, that I had sustained in a decade because we spent the day skiing this same hill the day before, on hard packed groomed snow, and the next day was about a foot of gorgeous untouched (it was first tracks) new powder which I dont have alot of experience with. So I tried to ski it like I skied all day the day before, which was a huge mistake, I should have been more cautious, literally the first run I took a very very painful fall ass over teakettle. My head was killing me and I was picturing my brain rolling around in my skull like a peanut in a football - yes I was wearing a helmet but so was Natasha Richardson when she slipped in the LIFT LINEUP at the BUNNY HILL in Tremblant and look what happened to that amazing lady- I was literally worried about the same thing for the rest of the day and didnt know if I would wake up the next morning thanks to a brainbleed. Anyway next day I was fine and it was an incredible snowstorm so we once again skied all day, and I worked on my new skills and stability, though I did have one more bad fall on my head on the backbowls (didnt realize I was skiing on barely covered rocks up there, the visibility was nil. Like literally- you couldnt see the lift chair ahead of you when you were going up the lift. Quite unnerving.) The next day was a gorgeous sunny bluebird day so despite all the aches and pains from various falls, I once again skied all day. First thing in the morning I got separated from the family so before lunch I worked on stability and focusing on EVEN SYMMETRICAL "s turns" like Alex taught us. Specifically, about 930 am, I was going down run 39 Grizzly Gully which is no exaggerations about 400 feet wide from left to right side. Its literally a huge gulch/ ravine. I had NO ONE ahead of me and NO ONE behind me, totally deserted that early and on a weekday. I was so happy to have about 1/3 the distance (ie top of the hill to the bottom) of the hill to myself in a straight shot so I focused on making all my small perhaps 10 foot wide s turns as regular as possible, right in the middle of the gully. Therefore if anyone wanted to pass me, they had over 390 feet of space to do it safely, or approx 195 feet to the left and 195 feet to the right. Got it ? Guess what?? ... Yelp it seems have shortened the number of characters you can type- see my full review here https://www.yelp.ca/biz/lake-louise-ski-area-lake-louise

Lake Louise is an incredibly beautiful ski resort. Although it shares some similarities with Sunshine Village, there are some key differences as well. The resort is an additional 20 minutes from the town of Banff and it feels a bit more remote as well. There are fewer crowds and the mountain has a bit more of a retro feel. The longest run is a full 8K (5 miles), so there is not shortage of terrain to ski. Lake Louise also has an entire mountain face of bowls, which makes for some great powder skiing. Of note, the food at both Sunshine and Lake Louise is surprisingly good.

Sorry but this resort doesn't have very good crowd control. US skiers trying to spend a day here on Canada's observed Boxing Day and what a nightmare. Had spent previous days at Sunshine Resort in Banff which I'd take any day. Here at Lake Louise the line for rentals had several hundred people in it and they ran out of proper skis! The lift lines were terrible and the hills were all icy. We likely just had a combination of bad on bad for the day but what really killed it was the cluster they make of the parking. Nightmare trying to exit. If we ever make it back here will have to check for an unpopular day.

We visited the resort two days in a row - the first on our first day in the area for a full-day, guided snowshoe tour, and the second for a day of snowboarding. As someone who has snowshoed a few times in the past and thought it just fine, I had fairly low expectations for this full day excursion. I am so so so pleased to have been proven 100% wrong! Ours was a private tour (4 of us) with guide Kai - anyone who works with Kai should feel so lucky to have him! He was everything we could have asked for to lead such a unique adventure, and I will include a blanket statement about how knowledgeable he was throughout (mountains, history, wildlife, trees, etc). We started by going up on the Gondola and taking a few side treks to viewpoints, and then began our trek down the backside of the mountain. Kai made this quite an adventure by allowing us to take a more "adventurous/athletic" route through the trees, down steep little side hills, etc. So fun! After much more trekking and nature, we stopped for lunch at the lodge on the backside of the resort, and then finished our trek on a rather flat and long section of the mountain. Overall this adventure was easily the most memorable of our entire Banff trip, and fully worth the money rather than trekking solo. The second day of snowboarding was fun - I personally have gone for many years in WA state - but for beginners there are VERY few options that feel safe, and two in my group were on snowboards for the first time. The "green" runs would equivocate more to a medium blue at many other mountains I've been to, which is something that may be good to know before trying something new! One last note that should be included is the range of food served at the lodge and the comfort of dining her compared to other snow resorts. We opted to eat upstairs in the Sushi/Ramen restaurant (strangely empty) and enjoyed wonderful food and drink at a reasonable price with extreme comfort and charm!

Drove here to use a Groupon voucher for the Lake Louise sightseeing gondola. Despite a bit of bad luck with the weather it is a nice spot for some small hikes and there are good chances to see bears in the wildlife corridor beneath the gondola (we saw two grizzlies while riding up). The restaurant on top of the lift has a patio with a great view. We were not so impressed with the service as it was very slow. Prices are reasonable taking into account that this is Lake Louise (not too much different from Downtown Calgary). The food we had (two different kind of salads) was good and serving size ok.

After years of wearing out the bottom side of my snowboards on the icy slopes of Ontario's "hills" I had enough and decided to head west to the Mountains of Alberta. In my travels to this Canadian Ski and Snowboard Mecca, I stopped along the way to neighbouring mountains, but all paled in comparison from the moment I strapped in at its base and looked up towards the heavens where the mountains peak disappeared somewhere above the clouds. Truly an amazing site to behold - every snowboarders dream. The gondola ride to the top takes exactly 12 minutes, and it's a refreshing break to be able to sit in a covered gondola with your board safely hanging from the compartment on the side. Once you reach the summit you now have your choice of 139 runs at your disposal ranging from easy to advanced, between the front side, back side and Larch areas of the mountain. I explored as many runs as I could in a full day only taking a break for a short time to eat. The selection at the lodge was somewhat limited, but standard to most ski chalets (burger, fries, poutine, hot dogs, etc) so I can't take marks away for that. Fantastic experience all around and I cannot wait to return.

Nothing but fun riding at Lake Louise and taking in the views! Go for a nice lunch at Kokanee Kabin with baby back ribs and a Keith's IPA. Afterward, a nice nap on the deck with your pick of Adirondack chair ;)

Being a native Calgarian and skier I have spent my share of time at the surrounding hills. I used to be a die hard Louise fan, until I finally learnt Sunshine. I came here with a couple friends, as per their request. It's a great hill, I do appreciate the longer runs sometimes, there are plenty of runs and areas to get into. My only two compliant is: at one point during the day you will need to come down the front side, which is generally icy as can be from all the beginners snowplowing their way down the hill. And, the drive. The extra 30-60 minutes passed Sunshine makes it undesirable in my opinion. I'd rather spend that time on the hill. None the less, good hill, good places to get food and booze and fun.

Lake Louise, we meet again!! Once again, I was able to brave your snowy slopes, pave my way through icy paths, and enjoy myself in a skier's paradise. This place is nothing short of awesome!! The runs were not icy. They were well groomed and free of rocks, debris, and tree branches. There is always at least a 1 inch layer of snow on the ground, and if there is not enough natural snow, then the resort makes their own. When I came, the snow machine was even tilted toward the lift, spraying snow over the chairlifts. What a sight! This place is amazing, from the scenic snowy landscape to the numerous skiing and snowboarding runs that criss-cross the mountain slope. Be warned: the Black Diamonds are almost always filled with moguls!! This can either be a skier's worst nightmare or a snowboarder's dream playground. Unfortunately for me, it was the former. Ha ha! I prefer to stay on the Blue colored runs, but even these slopes tend to be a bit challenging, so be cautious and safe.. common sense. Although I had to endure a three hour car ride to drive up to Banff from Calgary, it was definitely worth it. The experience was out-of-this-world, and I definitely recommend coming here to ski or snowboard. Both beginners and experienced people can have a great time here and enjoy their stay. Let me stop now; I love Lake Louise so much that I'm beginning to sound like an advertisement. Ha Ha!! Lake Louise, until next time.

One of the premier ski resorts in Alberta, Lake Louise offers an afternoon of winter fun. I started my day with a two hour snowboard lesson with super friendly NIck and ended the day with a run down Upper Wiwaxy. With over 130 runs, there's plenty of skiing for everyone of all levels.

I've been skiing at Lake Louise since I was a child and I am extremely impressed with how the resort has been run since it is no longer part of RCR. Skiers of all abilities will find themselves entertained here, and the Lake Louise Plus card offers great value and can be used at other resorts in BC. This resort is well worth the extra drive from Banff. Not to be ignored for the summer season either.

I love skiing. Every weekend Jan - Mar I can only be found on a mountain. There is something special about Lake Louise that keeps me coming back. It is comfortable, very family friendly, and even when it is busy you can feel like you are the only one there. There are three main areas (Front, Back, and Larch) which ensure shelter from the wind because you can always find a protected face. The powder bowls on the back side (accessible by the Summit Platter lift) are my favorite. They are usually less crowded and always have the best snow. There is a main lodge at the base of the mountain and one at the bottom of the Larch area. On sunny days they usually have an outdoor BBQ going at both locations. If you bring your own food I highly recommend bringing food that can be eaten cold as you can wait for a microwave 15+ minutes during the lunch peak. Louise is a great mountain that I highly recommend for all ages and skill levels.

I preferred Louise over Sunshine, I liked the lay out the abundance of trails and the fact that you have more than one face of the mountain to board or ski on... Runs for everyone, young and old alike, no real flat spots to be worried about (when boarding).. I prefer more Pow, but what can you do, you get what Mother Nature gives! The groomed runs were really good, but I did manage to find some Pow to play the day away in! Its worth the extra drive to get here, and if you can I would advise like every resort, to avoid the weekends and holidays. Go on a weekday, a WORLD of difference!

There is much to love about skiing or boarding at Louise: many runs, almost always lots of snow, good lodge facilities. I have been particularly impressed with the ski/boarding school instructors who are almost all Aussies and unfailingly polite. We also had a great experience with the repair shop where a nice young man fixed some bindings and did a wax without trying to upsell us. It isn't cheap but it is pretty darn awesome when you are at the Top of the World. So if you are going for more than 3 days it pays to get a season pass and starting on March 1 the spring passes are available and they come with most of the same discounts as the full season pass and can make a stay in the village affordable,

We checked in and found out they have NO AIR CONDITIONING in the room! The temperature was in the 70's! The refrigerator made a noise, so I unplugged it! The fan in the bathroom made a loud noise when you turned on the light! The answer I got regarding the Air Conditioning was "would you like a fan?" We paid over $200 dollars for this room!If, there was a - RATING I would have given that RATE! DO NOT STAY HERE ON HOT DAYS!

The runs are long and the lifties do a great job getting people through the lines quickly. The double blacks were not impressive but still fun. The lodge was not well organized to handle so many people over the holiday break. In addition their prices were a little steep on half day lift tickets even with the lake louise plus card. Fun and enjoyable but definitely not worth then 20 hour drive.

Beautiful views and nice variety of runs for skiing and snowboarding. A little flat on the cat tracks to back side from top for snowboarding, but can do with enough speed. Our favorite lunch was at the sit down Whitehorn Lodge. The Bison tartare was delicious! While we were there in second week of February it was the warmer of the three local resorts to Banff. So good choice on super cold days.

Having grown up and ridden the US Rocky Mtns (backcountry and resorts), I found this a nice place. It has lots of terrain variety for intermediate - advanced riders and fairly fast lifts. We went as a family over the winter holidays. It was fairly cold (-6 to -10F) and poor visibility, flat light- good goggles and face cover are essential to have fun! The recent fresh snow made for lots of opportunities to go off - trail and hit the fluff in the trees. It was moderately busy so most of the groomed runs were scraped and pretty icy by about 1p.m. We never had to wait more than couple minutes in line; the lifties were competent and helpful with the kids. The green runs here are definitely blue runs at neighboring resorts and most others in the Western US. The lodges offered several dining options (cafeteria through full - service restaurants reasonably priced), ski school, rental shop, free 2-hr tours with a mountain host, and a gear shop with goggles/ mittens/ jackets, etc. Credit card lockers were plentiful and nice. Parking fills up fairly early so plan to walk a bit. Spectacular views of mountains reminiscent of Patagonia and Alaska make each run a treat. We'll be back!

Nothing comes close. Talking about it is a waste of time. Lake Louise is the ultimate.

The view, wow! I can't help but to take a minute and admire the view from the top of the mountain! At times the wind did come in heavy and you couldn't see anything around you, but when it's clear, it's beautiful up here. The mountain itself for snowboarding, was pretty nice. We were fortunate to have fresh powder when we got here and explored as much as we could. This mountain had many open runs and open spaces. Many trails untouched and not restricted to a path. For terrain park junkies, they have a pretty nice set up and even a beginner's park area! So don't worry, your first jump won't be 10 feet high lol. This is a nice mountain and I'll give you 5 stars on the view, 4 on the size and runs, and 3 on the price. This resort is a decent size, but $80 for a full day lift and it ends at 4pm is a bit excessive for me. I've been to cheaper and better mountains than this one (in terms of runs).

Awesome runs, but ICYYYYY. I love riding Louise, the runs are great and long, which makes a half day-er like myself happy. Bathrooms are pretty decent as well for a ski hill. The only downside is the friggin ice, the epic bruise on my ass says it all!

My review is for the summer gondola ride. While the view on the gondola ride was indeed filled with green foliage and broad spanning landscapes, it was most certainly NOT worth $30+ per person to take the reletively brief ride. All the hype concerning bears seemed much overplayed considering no one saw hide nor hair of one during our excursion. I'd pass on this one if in the area again.