Mt Norquay
Banff's Best Kept Secret
Explore Banff's Backyard
Since its opening in 1926, Mt. Norquay Ski Resort continues to be the locals’ gem. Famous for being the training ground of Olympic and World Cup athletes, and with excellent beginner terrain, everyone will love this family-friendly resort.
Just minutes from the Town of Banff, Mt. Norquay offers the only night skiing in Banff National Park, including a fully lit terrain park and tube park along with snowmaking across 85% of the terrain.
Family-friendly Mt. Norquay offers outstanding conditions for beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers and riders as well as Tube Town – 6 lanes of tubing fun. Without question, Norquay is the best-kept secret in the Canadian Rockies!
Current Snow Conditions
Mount Norquay Mountain Stats
- Acres / 77 ha
- 190
Top elevation
6,998 ft 2,133 mBase elevation
5,350 ft / 1,630 m- Lifts
- 6
2 Carpet lifts
1 Double chair
2 Quad chairs
1 High speed quad- Runs
- 60
22 Green Runs
16 Blue Runs
22 Black Diamond Runs
Mt Norquay Dining & Apres
Enjoy wholesome, homestyle comfort food at the Cliffhouse Bistro, or hang with the locals at the Lone Pine Pub and grab a pint with a side of nachos. (The best, dare we say, nachos in Banff & Lake Louise).
For Mt Norquay, it’s all about no-fuss, simple dishes, home-cooked meals. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite, a pub-style hearty lunch with friends, or a relaxed après experience, to dine with us is to know you’re eating fresh. Norquay has a passion for fresh, locally sourced ingredients and uncomplicated comfort food.
Mt Norquay Mountain Stats
Season Length |
November - April |
Hours of Operation |
9:00am - 4:00pm |
Opening Date |
Early November |
Closing Date |
April 20, 2024 |
Night Skiing |
Friday & Saturday nights starting Dec - March |
Terrain |
190 acres (77ha) |
Top Elevation |
6,998 ft (2,133m) |
Base Elevation |
5,350 ft (1,630m) |
Annual Snowfall |
300cm (120 in) |
Lifts |
6 (2 carpets, 1 double chair, 2 quad chairs, 1 high speed quad) |
Runs |
60 |
Longest Run |
1,167 metres (3,828 feet) |
Terrain Park |
1; Cascade Terrain Park, fully lit during night skiing operations |
Tubing |
Dec - April |