Canada
1 / 6Nakiska ski resort is in Kananaskis Country, Canada (Alberta). It offers 25 km of skiing and snowboarding terrain and 4 lifts. Elevation: 1,525 - 2,260 m.
Trail information
Altitude and trails
Nakiska, Canada
★★★★★3.6out of 5
2,260 м
top
735 м
Vertical drop
1,525 м
base
Total slopes
25 км
Lifts
6
Vertical drop
735 м
Longest run
3.3 км
Adult ski pass
€ 99 / day
Snowmaking
95 % of slopes
Opening hours
09:00 - 16:00
Trails by difficulty - 25 km total
Easy4.2 км · 17 %
Intermediate14.7 км · 59 %
Difficult6.1 км · 24 %
Longest run: Gold Road & Lower Homesteader - 3.3 км, vertical drop 735 м. Hardest run: Arrow - 0.5 км, vertical drop 220 м.
Snowmaking: cover 95 % of the slopes.
Ski pass prices
Adults
159 C$
€ 99
Youth
119 C$
€ 74
Children
64 C$
€ 40
Data verified on 31 July 2026. Source: the resort’s own website.
The Alpine Olympic ski resort from the 1988 Games continues to welcome winter sports enthusiasts for skiing and snowboarding every year. The resort is just a 45-minute drive from Calgary. Nakiska ski resort is known primarily for its high-speed lifts and well-groomed slopes. A large snowpark completes the offering. Nakiska winter sports resort also offers magnificent panoramic views of the Canadian Rockies.
Maps
Lifts
Ski lifts in detail
6 lifts · Season 2026/27
- 4Chairlifts
- 2Magic carpets
Lifts in total
6
Capacity
10,110people/hour
Total lift length
5.9км
Newest lift: Ninja Magic Carpet, 2013 г.Longest lift: Olympic Quad Chair, 2,168 м
Data verified on 31 July 2026. Source: the resort’s own website.
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Contacts and opening hours
Lift opening hours
Opening hours
09:00 - 16:00
Typical season
Early November - late April
Season
14 November 2026 - 18 April 2027
Nakiska
Mid · 1 893 м
Updated at 11:14
0°Fogfeels like −2°
Precipitation0 mmMET
wind7 km/hMET
Snow line1 900 мCALC
Forecast data from MET NorwayDetailed forecast →
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Prices are per night for a stay in high season. Last checked: 9 September 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Which months are best for a trip to Nakiska?
Based on average temperatures, the coldest period is December to February: during the day, approximately -9.9 to -3.5 °C, and at night, -17.3 to -11 °C. There is no data on average snowfall and snow cover by month, so the best months specifically for snow cannot be assessed.
How much does a day pass at Nakiska cost?
A day pass costs €99, or C$159 in the local currency. The junior ticket costs €74 and the children's ticket costs €40.
Is Nakiska suitable for beginners?
The resort has 4.2 km of easy pistes out of 25 km in total, making it suitable for beginners learning to ski and taking their first runs. Most of the pistes are intermediate, covering 14.7 km, while difficult pistes cover 6.1 km.
What are the lift operating hours at Nakiska?
The lifts operate from 09:00 to 16:00. There are 6 lifts in total at the resort.
