Lake Louise Reviews: 4.40/5 from 350+ Verified Skiers | Snomad
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Top Rated for
4.57 (353 Ratings)
Family Friendliness
4.50 (388 Ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.49 (384 Ratings)
Groomed Runs
4.45 (185 Ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.45 (22 Ratings)
Beginners
4.41 (85 Ratings)
Intermediates
Overall Rating
4.4
From 389 Reviews
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Total Runs
5400
Bottom Elevation
8652
Top Elevation
4200
Skiable Terrain

How Skiers Rate Lake Louise

4.40 (389 ratings)
Overall Rating
4.13 (378 ratings)
Value for Money
3.96 (376 ratings)
Quiet Slopes
3.62 (307 ratings)
Après-Ski
3.79 (276 ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.57 (353 ratings)
Family Friendliness
4.49 (384 ratings)
Groomed Runs
4.17 (356 ratings)
Powder Zones
4.10 (358 ratings)
Tree Runs
3.80 (332 ratings)
Mogul Fields
4.37 (336 ratings)
Off-Piste
4.11 (307 ratings)
Snow Parks
4.50 (388 ratings)
Lift Efficiency
3.83 (346 ratings)
Eating Out
4.45 (185 ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.45 (22 ratings)
Beginners
4.41 (85 ratings)
Intermediates
4.40 (173 ratings)
Advanced
4.37 (109 ratings)
Experts
4.35 (116 ratings)
Snowboarders

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What Skiers Say About Lake Louise

Lake Louise attracts predominantly intermediate to expert skiers and snowboarders who consistently praise the resort's extensive terrain, including back bowls, tree runs, and varied difficulty levels. Reviews frequently mention excellent powder quality, minimal lift queues, spectacular mountain views, and efficient lift systems including recent upgrades. Negative feedback centres on inconsistent snow conditions with runs becoming icy between storms, expensive food and limited dining options, cold temperatures, parking difficulties especially on weekends, and a subdued après-ski atmosphere compared to European resorts. Several users note the resort works well for mixed-ability groups due to its terrain variety.

AI-generated summary based on verified skier reviews

  • terrain variety
  • powder quality
  • minimal lift queues
  • mountain views
  • lift infrastructure
  • back bowl skiing
  • icy conditions
  • food prices
  • parking availability
  • limited après-ski
  • cold temperatures
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Louise is a very welcomong mountain with a large range of terain, although ut is extremely expensive it's always a blast when they have snow.
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Excellent accomodations and friendly staff.Once in a lifetime experience.Excellent accomodations and friendly staff.Once in a lifetime experience.
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Probably one of my favourite places I have ever skied! I will always remember skiing powder there with my Mum, giggling the whole way down (we dont really get pow days skiing in Ontario!)
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Had a dream time there staff was friendly the scenery was amazing beautiful and the snow was amazing any of our times we were there easy to find you way o t hill lots of selection of different terrain for any type of skier you might be
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Due to its incredible size, if you look hard enough you can always find powder. The parks are next level as well. Absolutely love this place.
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We come every year, sometimes multiple. My wifes favourite hill. We being our whole family of 7, and find there is something suited for everyone.
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Lake Louise ski resort is such a breathtaking place to ski. The view are unbelievable. You can ski the front and backside of the mountain so they have lots of trail options for all skill types. If its an overcast/snowy day lake Louis is the spot to go verses other resorts in the area because its covered by the tree line which helps block the wind. They have a few different food lodges that you can get a quick bite to eat or even have a sit down meal and a restaurant. The prices are on the higher side for tickets and food but if you plan in advance you can find deals or 2 for 1 lift ticket options.
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Lake Louise has everything. Anyone of any level can go and have an amazing time. Everyone who works there is polite and helpful. The food and drinks are great. Accessibility from Banff is so easy as well. Ive never had a less than stellar day at Louise.
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Be sure to check out the back of the mountain Runs they are amazing with outstanding views! Gorgeous and fun place to skii for any level of skiers and snowboarders. May feel a little pricey but not out of the price range if you have bought your own equipment!
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My first time snowboarding was at lake Louis, I need to rent everything and it was pretty cheap to rent everything and also get a lift pass, ended up picking up snowboarding pretty fast giving me a chance to actually go down the hills, loved the hills!! piqa was my favourite. Overall good time great staff and had a good day snowboarding!
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When there is snow, the place is incredible. Unfortunately there hasnt been enough the last few years.
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Spent two days skiing at Lake Louise (along with two days at Sunshine Village and one day at Mt. Norquay). Plenty of variation on the slopes. Something for everything. We stuck to mostly blues and reds, but there were some fun greens and tricky (but good for learning on) blacks as well. Not loads to do on the après front, but plenty of bars/restaurants/etc in nearby Banff. Cant wait to visit again!
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When 'The Lake' gets fresh snow = it is amazing. Can be cold in the depths of winter (January). View will blow your mind! There are countless terrain options, if you are brand new, hook up with a "Ski Friend" for free mountain tour.
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Stunning views and steep long runs! Variable conditions in January, in need of some snow but loved the variety!
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Absolutely beautiful Vistas everywhere you look. Great groomers as well as easily hikable off piste.
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I love Lake Louise! There is an awesome backside to visit for sure! I am a snowboarder so I don't go on moguls. There is a brand new chairlift with a cover and it is fantastic. Lots of terrain to check out and tons of different runs! My friends and I enjoy the lodges too! We usually stay around Canmore or Dead Mans flats.
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Lake Louise is absolutely gorgeous. The views are stunning. Terrain for every level. Would highly recommend
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Really fun day, mornings are great as slopes can get pretty icy in the afternoon when the sun comes out!
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Beautiful ski station . Lot of groomed trails. Lot of snow every year I love skiing at Lake Louise for its breathtaking views, diverse trails, and the serenity of the mountains. Every run feels like an adventure, surrounded by pure and majestic nature.
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great variety of runs..endless fun for all ages. we go back every year, nothing can beat my families experience there.
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