Castle Mountain Ski Resort
Overview
Castle Mountain Resort is a ski and snowboard resort located just east of the Continental Divide in southwest Alberta, 2.5 hours from Calgary. Castle Mountain averages over 910 cm of annual snowfall that falls of 2,833 vertical feet of steeps, chutes, bowls, glades, cruisers and strollers. Skiers and riders have access to 78 trails spread over 2 mountains, thanks to 6 chairlifts that also provide access to 8 alpine bowls and 3 terrain parks. Visitors can book a stay at the Castle Mountain Ski Lodge & Hotel and find a variety of dining options in Castle’s mountain villages.
Ski and Sleep packages at a variety of places in Pincher creek. Cabins, hotels, and B&Bs available, plus motels, guest houses, and hostels.
Inside Scoop
Ski and snowboard school, rentals.
Best Time for Snow
Average Snowfall
65"
41"
27"
14"
0"
6"
Nov
49"
Dec
42"
Jan
54"
Feb
54"
Mar
10"
Apr
0"
May
Terrain Overview
10%
Beginners Runs
21%
Intermediate Runs
55%
Advanced Runs
14%
Expert Runs
94
Runs in Total
4.3 mi
Longest Run
3592 ac
Skiable Terrain
300 ac
Snow Making
Total Lifts: 6
2
Triple Chairs
2
Double Chairs
2
Surface Lifts
Elevation
7457'
Summit
2831'
Vertical Drop
4626'
Base
Important Dates
December 09, 20232023/12/09
Projected Opening
April 07, 20242024/04/07
Projected Closing
129
Projected Days Open
115
Days Open Last Year
58
Years Open
354"
Average Snowfall
Contact Information
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