Norquay - best family resort
Did you know that Norquay is rated the best family resort? It’s been around since 1926 and offers a little something extra that other hills don’t offer.
- There are mountain hosts that are super friendly and knowledgeable waiting to tell you historical facts and fun places to visit in the area.
- And let’s not forget the childcare available!
- NIGHT SKIING! It’s the only place in Bow Valley where you can experience the thrill of the slopes when daylight is gone. And if you’ve ever night skied before, you know how exhilarating it is! Friday night on the slopes- what a great way to start the weekend!
- At Norquay, skiers and snowboarders will find terrain for all levels of ability, from beginner to aggressive alpine skiing.
- Double black diamonds can really get your heart pumping or maybe you prefer to skip the moguls and go for a nice stroll on several beginner and intermediate runs.
- Rated best groomed resort in 2005 in Ski Canada Magazine, Norquay is waiting for your skis or snowboard to break through it’s magnificiently groomed trails.
- GO, GO, GO!
Mountain statistics:
Base Elevation |
Top Elevation |
Average
Snowfall |
Lifts available |
Number of runs |
Ski Season |
5350 feet
(1630 m) |
7000 feet
(2133 m)
|
118 in
(300 cm) |
3 quads
1 double
1 surface lift
|
28 |
Early Dec. to mid
April
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So off you go! Enjoy the familly atmosphere and the night skiing and let us know your thoughts.
Oh, before we forget, click here for an up to date snow report and for a live webcam view of the mountain. And if you need to, contact Norquay directly at (403)
762-4421.
Click here for an alpine skiing guide
How do I get there?
The closest resort to Canmore, Norquay is located off the 2nd exit into Banff National Park, heading west from Canmore on the Trans-Canada Highway (you will have to purchase a park pass). Just follow the winding road and you’re there!
Enjoy your day (and evening) on the slopes!
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