Castle Mountain Resort vs Lake Louise Ski Resort
Castle Mountain Resort (Alberta) and Lake Louise Ski Resort (Alberta) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Castle Mountain Resort | Lake Louise Ski Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,789 ft (850 m) | 3,268 ft (996 m) |
| Summit elevation | 7,411 ft | 8,671 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,623 ft | 5,404 ft |
| Lifts | 7 | 13 |
| Runs | 104 | 118 |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 23% |
| Intermediate terrain | 27% | 26% |
| Expert terrain | 48% | 51% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Lake Louise Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (3,268 ft vs 2,789 ft); Lake Louise Ski Resort has more runs (118 vs 104); Lake Louise Ski Resort skews more expert (51% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Castle Mountain Resort | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Lake Louise Ski Resort | Ikon Pass: 7 daysMountain Collective: 2 days |
No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →
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