Backcountry Skiing in the Canadian Rockies
Top three reasons to go skiing in the Canadian Rockies
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Enjoy Lake Louise’s family-friendly tree skiing and alpine bowls
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Challenge yourself on Golden’s deep chutes and pillow lines
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Find refuge from the resort crowds in Canada’s breathtaking backcountry
Year after year, Western Canada draws tens of thousands of alpine adventurers to their snow-capped slopes in Alberta and British Columbia. To aviod the crowds, the craftier skiers have taken to the backcountry to explore the finest terrain, ride the freshest powder, and enjoy the greatest views. Canada’s National Parks – such as Baniff’s famous Highway 93N or Yoho’s Emerald Lake – give easy access to alpine and treeline tours in the Canadian Rockies. The Kootenays offers top-notch treeline skiing on dry powder. Revelstoke boasts North America’s longest vertical slope. Whistler Blackcomb houses some of the most complex and challenging glacier descents and couloirs in Canada. Wherever you turn, you see a deep chute, an alpine bowl, or a scenic glading route just begging to be skied. Beginner or veteran, adrenaline junkie or calm crusier – the Canadian Rockies can accommodate just about anyone. Find out more about the best backcountry skiing locations in Canada from Greg Hill, ACMG ski guide extraordinaire.
SeasonMid-November through March |
Nearest cityCalgary, AB, Vancouver and Kelowna, BC |
Duration1 or more days |
Skill levelBeginner to advanced |