Mt. Norquay Ski Resort
Overview
The smallest of the Ski Big 3 Banff resorts, Mount Norquay is a local gem in the Canadian Rockies. Do not be fooled by the size of Mount Norquay, for the scenic beauty is that of a picture perfect postcard.
As one of the best-kept secrets of the Canadian Rockies, Mount Norquay is a perfect introductory mountain to Sunshine Village and Lake Louise Ski Resort on the Big3 ticket. Mount Norquay is a world heritage site and the birthplace of skiing within the Canadian Rockies
Inside Scoop
Mount Norquay is named after John Norquay, the premiere of Manitoba from 1878-1887, who climbed the mountain in 1888. The first ski runs were cut in 1926.
During the summer time, visitors can explore the Via Ferrata. The Via Ferrata, or iron road, is a climb lead by a certified guide where adventurers make their way up the cliff assisted by a fixed anchoring system of cables, ladders and a suspension bridge.
Best Time for Snow
Average Snowfall
25"
16"
11"
6"
0"
14"
Nov
20"
Dec
18"
Jan
19"
Feb
21"
Mar
10"
Apr
0.2"
May
0"
Jun
Terrain Overview
38%
Beginners Runs
25%
Intermediate Runs
37%
Advanced Runs
60
Runs in Total
0.7 mi
Longest Run
190 ac
Skiable Terrain
20 ac
Night Skiing
162 ac
Snow Making
Total Lifts: 6
1
High Speed Quads
2
Quad Chairs
1
Double Chairs
2
Surface Lifts
Elevation
8038'
Summit
1650'
Vertical Drop
5397'
Base
Important Dates
November 09, 20232023/11/09
Projected Opening
April 21, 20242024/04/21
Projected Closing
163
Projected Days Open
154
Days Open Last Year
97
Years Open
118"
Average Snowfall
Contact Information
Mt. Norquay
Box 1085, Banff, Alberta, Canada T1L 1H9
T0L 0C0 Banff, Alberta
Canada
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