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Lake Louise

Lake Louise Ski Area

Alberta

<p>Lake Louise, located in the stunning Banff National Park,&nbsp;<span class="TextRun SCXW246641522 BCX0" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246641522 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">is known for </span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW246641522 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">its</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246641522 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> spectacular scenery and versatile terrain. Home to more than&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW246641522 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">4,200 acres</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW246641522 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">&nbsp;of terrain spread across four mountain faces, Lake Louise is one of the largest ski resorts in North America.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW246641522 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW175056621 BCX0"><span class="TextRun SCXW175056621 BCX0" data-contrast="none">Just minutes from the village of Lake Louise, the resort's layout allows visitors of all abilities to easily ski together thanks to beginner, intermediate, and expert runs that are available from every chair. </span><span class="EOP SCXW175056621 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span><span class="TextRun SCXW175056621 BCX0" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW175056621 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Lake Louise has a variety of terrain,&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW175056621 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">from gentle slopes and long cruising runs,</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW175056621 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> to glades, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW175056621 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">chutes</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW175056621 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> and w</span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW175056621 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">ide open</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW175056621 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> bowls.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW175056621 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<h2>Where Is Lake Louise Ski Resort Located?</h2>
<p>The nearest airport is Calgary International Airport, which is 2 hours from Lake Louise. The ski resort is 36 miles from the town of Banff. You can rent a car from the airport to get to either Lake Louise or Banff. There is a free shuttle between the village of Lake Louise and the ski resort, and one between Banff and the resort.</p>
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1.5 miles to the nearest lodging with free shuttle service in Lake Louise. 1,100 rooms in six lodges, motels, and hotels in Lake Louise with studios and suites available.

<h3>Breakfast Places</h3>
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<li>The Trailhead Cafe serves up breakfast sandwiches that you can grab and take with you. 101 Lake Louise Drive, Lake Louise, AB T0L 1E0, Canada</li>
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<h3>Our Favorite Lunch Spots</h3>
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<li>Located at 6700&rsquo; (2042m) above sea level, near the top of the sightseeing gondola, Whitehorn Bistro couples stunning panoramic views of Lake Louise with farm-to-table cuisine.&nbsp;1 Whitehorn Rd, Lake Louise, AB T0L 1E0, Canada</li>
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<h3>Dinner</h3>
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<li>Located inside the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Walliser Stube is an upscale, European-inspired restaurant and wine bar. 111 Lake Louise Drive, Lake Louise, AB T0L 1E0, Canada</li>
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<h3>Apr&egrave;s/Nightlife</h3>
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<li>Temple Cantina offers a taste of Mexico in Canada. Soak up the sun on the patio of Temple Lodge and enjoy tacos, the special Cantina burger, tequila specials, and more.&nbsp;<span>203 Caribou St, Banff, AB T1L 1A8, Canada</span></li>
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<h3>Terrain</h3>
<p>Beginners or intermediates will find an abundance of gentle slopes and long cruisers. Experts can explore endless chutes, glades, gullies and remote bowls at Lake Louise. For the freestyle skiers and riders, the Showtime Terrain Park offers progressive lines for all levels and abilities with jumps, rails, boxes and even an air bag jump on which to practice tricks. A Snow Cross course is available for skiers and riders to practice cambered turns, gap jumps, berms, drops with steep and flat sections as well. There are also the Tube Park and Beginner Fun Zone.</p>
<p>There are more than 145 runs serviced by 9 lifts with a lift capacity of more than 14,000 skiers per hour. The base elevation is 5,400 feet, and top elevation is 8,650 feet. The area receives on average 180 inches of snow per year. The breakout of the runs is 25% beginner, 45% intermediate and 30% advanced. The resort is typically open November through May.</p>

<p>Lake Louise offers lodging packages for stay and ski at great rates. Skiers and riders can take advantage of free mountain tours to explore the extensive terrain or participate in a fresh tracks experience. Other fun activities include sightseeing, snow tubing, Nordic skiing, snowshoeing and Torchlight Dinner and Ski events.</p>
<p>Lake Louise Ski Resort is not just the only place in Canada to host the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup circuit; it&rsquo;s also the first stop on it. It&rsquo;s also hosted the FIS Snowboard Cross World Cup. The mountain is open year-round, and you can go hiking, looking for wildlife, dog sledding, cross-country skiing and ice skating. Group and private lessons are available. Daycare is open to children 18 days to 6 years old.</p>

<p><span>Calgary International Airport (YYC) is the closest major airport to Lake Louise Ski Area, approximately a 2-hour drive away. Skiers flying into YYC can easily access rental cars or shuttle services from the airport for a scenic and straightforward journey to Lake Louise Ski Area.</span></p>

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