Winter trails
Cross-Country Ski
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A practical index of Lake Louise ski routes, with official trail checks kept visible because grooming, closures, and access can change quickly.
Tracksetting and access are managed by Parks Canada. Check the official Parks trail report for current conditions before you go.
Wide former road with trackset classic-ski lanes and a skate lane when maintained. Dog access is restricted; verify current rules. Avalanche terrain begins beyond the groomed viewpoint area.
ModerateForested loop with moderate climbs and descents. Dog access is restricted; verify current rules.
ModerateClassic route following the historic tramway grade. Dog access is restricted; verify current rules. Lower section to the Bow River bridge is steep and narrow.
ModerateClassic route linking Lake Louise Village and the lakeshore via the historic tramway grade. Dog access is restricted; verify current rules.
EasyLake-surface and shoreline ski route when officially marked and maintained. Dog access is restricted; verify current rules.
DifficultTechnical forested ski trail with steeper turns and sustained effort. Dog access is restricted; verify current rules.
EasyOld highway route to the Continental Divide; trackset classic-ski lanes and skate lane when maintained. Dog access is restricted; verify current rules.
EasyGentle forest connector named for Bill Peyto. Dog access is restricted; verify current rules.
EasyGentler Telemark option with rolling forest terrain.
EasyFlat campground-area loop with trackset classic-ski lanes and a skate lane when maintained. Dogs on leash permitted.
EasyValley-floor route along the Bow River. Dogs on leash permitted.
ModerateFlagship Pipestone-system circuit with rolling forest terrain. Check Parks Canada for current access and grooming.
EasyPipestone-system connector suited to steady classic-ski mileage. Check Parks Canada for current access and grooming.
EasyQuiet forested Pipestone-system loop. Check Parks Canada for current access and grooming.
EasyShorter, gentle Pipestone-system loop. Check Parks Canada for current access and grooming.