Lake Louise is Canada's largest ski / snowboard area with 4 epic mountain faces spread over 3 mountains, 4200 acres of skiiable terrain, and 139 designated trails. Renowned for it's abundance of fresh powder, beautiful bowls, steeps, and runs for every skill level Lake Louise is undisputably one of the greatest ski / snowboard resort destinations in the world. A short 45 minute drive from the popular resort town of Banff, Lake Louise boasts terrain, natural beauty, a lift system that is unsurpassed, and everything from easy-going beginner runs that wind down the slopes to the double black diamond bowls and steeps that are rated the best in Canada. Lake Louise is also known for it's long, guaranteed ski / snowboard season which starts in early November and goes until mid-May. Large amounts of fresh snowfall and a vast snowmaking system ensure a lengthy season. Lake Louise holds many accolades for it's scenery, terrain, challenge, overall value and hosts various ski events such as a World Cup event and the Powder 8 Championships. With it's vast amount of terrain this ski / snowboard resort offers a seemingly endless amount of run possibilities and is a must see for anyone visiting the Canadian Rockies.