Always cool skiing at Louise, never really had a problem - although that record snowfall B.S. has just got to go. They haven't had a really good dump in a month and a half 'cuz all that "record snow" came really early. I find the ways these guys promote their conditions really insulting - and if you haven't noticed, it isn't getting any cheaper these days!

Since a high pressure system moved in, Lake Louise hadn't seen new snow in a week. But the base accumulated in its record-breaking snow year had everything skiable a few days ago. Conditions ran from packed powder to a bit of hard pack, espcially on high west-facing runs. Groomers were carvy-fast, while off-groomed required concentration--especially to hop a few bare rocks.

Two things make Lake Louise worth skiing in almost any type of snow--the unbeatable views of jagged peaks dripping with glaciers and the terrain. Runs trip downslope using natural rollers, drops, and fall lines. And with the vertical, you just keep skiing, and skiing, and skiing...

Under high clouds, we headed for the back side to test the bowls, but flat light made it a little difficult to discern bumps. We did, however, find a bit of softer snow in front side glades and relished the wild Rockies views across to Mt. Temple and Mt. Victoria. For lunch, we hit the Great Bear in Lodge of Ten Peaks. The three bars--soup/salad, pasta, and meat/potatoes--converted us to pigs; we tried it all. And then the creme brulee dessert, too.

In our post-lunch sluggishness, a few sucker holes gave way to full sun, luring enough skiers back out that there was actually a one-minute wait in the lift line. Atop the gondola, a wedding dress bedecked bride and groom posed for dramatically-backdropped photos. But before they finished, a blizzard descended blowing winds across the summit whipping the veil sideways like a flag.

We may not have caught Louise's earlier legendary powder, but the terrain still was fun to ski. And with 4,200 acres, we didn't even dent what was there.

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I LOVE this place, I have been every year for the last 5 years. Stunning scenery, friendly people, great boarding/riding, deserted runs, world class terrain park. I loved it so much i cam back and got married here. It can get cold but if you miss January and beginning of February you should be ok. I would recommend staying in Banff rather than Lake Louise, although it is closer to the slopes there is absolutely nothing to do (i know, i've done it). Banff has all the shops and night life.

We never hire a car as the bus service to all 3 resorts is second to none, if one bus is full there is another right behind, and you can't drink and drive when out at night! The terrain park is designed by some of the best in the world, and takes up nearly a whole run through the tree line. huge kickers and rails and also some for the beginners. The views include the Chateau Lake Louise, the lake itself and the glacier. this is one of the most photographed places in Canada, when you see it for yourself you will know why. Banff has lots of shops and restaurants so you will never get board.. shop til you drop! Pick up a free Banff guide from many outlets, this has everything you could possibly do in Banff written in one small book for you to read.

This is one place not to be missed, guaranteed snow, and with some of the best powder found anywhere in the world. Cheap day trips to the likes of Kicking Horse and Panorama are offered from £40 for lift pass and transport, and highly resommended.

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Incredible- we just spent a last weekend (Nov 24/25 2006) there and it was unbelievable in every aspect- Record Snowfall, friendly people, huge terrain...what can we say....Our friends have been saying for years that we have to try the Canadian Rockies and we did it and we are very pleased. I would stay in Lake Louise as it so close to ski area , also take a drive into Banff for one afternoon of shopping. We focused all of our ski days at Lake Louise as there is so much terrain to explore from Back Bowls to groomed runs and everything else in between. Good lodging packages with Chateau Lake Louise as well. Lots of fun and scenery to take your breathe away!

This was a highlight of our trip. We had been looking forward to our first helicopter ride, and to take it in the Canadian Rockies was the cherry on top. Only a short 20 minutes from Banff, we got there quickly, and having made reservations, we were quickly ready to go after an introductory video.Our flight was magnificent, soaring over peaks, hovering next to glaciers, and flitting through canyons laden with snow. While the flight wasn't cheap (three fares of C$250 per trip required - we paid for a third empty spot to go), it was awesome. We oohed and ahhed the whole time, with helpful suggestions and banter with our pilot. Needless to say, we shot a lot of pictures and video.This was well worth the time, effort, and money, even if you have to miss a day on the slopes.