Lake Louise is a ski resort located in Alberta, Canada, sitting at an elevation range of 5,400ft (1646m) to 8,650ft (2637m). With a vertical drop of 3,250ft (991m), the resort offers 145 trails served by 10 lifts across 4,200 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Calgary International (YYC), approximately 120 minutes by car. The resort receives an average of 172 inches of snowfall annually. Snowmaking covers 40% of the terrain, ensuring consistent conditions throughout the season.
Early November to Early May
Groomed, consistent surface. Good skiing.
40cm
Snow Depth
(16")
-11°C
-22°C to -11°C
(-8°F / 12°F)
172"
Annual Snowfall
(437cm)
40%
Snowmaking
coverage
172"
annual avg
145
Total Trails
10
Lifts
4,200
Skiable Acres
3,250ft
Vertical Drop
Lake Louise offers a balanced mix of terrain with 25% beginner, 45% intermediate, 20% advanced, and 10% expert-only runs. The generous proportion of green runs makes this a solid choice for beginners and families learning to ski.
10
Total Lifts
3,250ft
Vertical Drop
991m
(3,250ft)
8,650ft
Peak
5,400ft
Base
Day pass pricing across the season
$138
avg/day
February offers the best overall balance of snow quality, crowd levels, and pricing at Lake Louise. The snowpack is generally well-established with consistent groomed conditions. Lines are short and the mountain feels spacious.
January
40cm snow, low crowds, $155/day
May
$109/day, 5cm snow, very low crowds
40cm
snowfall
-11°/-22°
high/low °C
crowds
$155
day pass
45cm
snowfall
-8°/-19°
high/low °C
crowds
$155
day pass
40cm
snowfall
-3°/-13°
high/low °C
crowds
$139
day pass
25cm
snowfall
3°/-6°
high/low °C
crowds
$125
day pass
5cm
snowfall
9°/0°
high/low °C
crowds
$109
day pass
30cm
snowfall
-5°/-16°
high/low °C
crowds
$119
day pass
40cm
snowfall
-9°/-20°
high/low °C
crowds
$165
day pass
Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed weather forecasts, crowd analysis, and packing tips for Lake Louise.
Adult Day Pass
$139
per day
Season Pass
$1,299
full season
Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:
Day pass pricing at Lake Louise varies by date. Peak periods (holidays and weekends) may cost 10-15% more. Purchasing lift tickets online in advance typically saves $10-20 per ticket. Lake Louise is included on the Ikon pass, which can offer significant savings for skiers visiting multiple resorts per season.
Calgary International (YYC)
Approx. 120 min drive
Alberta, Canada 🇨🇦
51.4254°N, 116.1773°W
The drive from Calgary International to Lake Louise takes approximately 2 hours. Consider booking a shuttle transfer or renting a car with winter tires and chains.
Lake Louise offers a range of accommodation options for every budget. On-mountain lodging provides ski-in/ski-out convenience but typically costs 30-50% more than staying in the nearest town. Budget travelers can find hostel-style accommodations starting around $80 per night, while mid-range hotels and condos average $150-300 per night. Luxury ski-in/ski-out properties can exceed $500 per night during peak periods.
Booking 2-3 months in advance secures better rates, especially for holiday periods. Many resorts offer lift-and-lodging packages that bundle accommodation with multi-day tickets at a discount.