Nakiska Ski Resort in Alberta offers 71 runs over 1,021 acres of skiable terrain. The Olympic downhill course is a must-try for intermediate and advanced skiers. For beginners, the Easy Street run offers gentle slopes to practice on. Nakiska was built for the 1988 Winter Olympics and was the site of the alpine events. The resort has an excellent apres ski culture, with the cozy main lodge offering fantastic views of the surrounding mountains, and a great place to unwind after a long day on the slopes, with a suggestion for best apres ski bar being the Kananaskis Mountain Lodge.

Terrain Overview

Nakiska Ski Resort is located in the Canadian Rockies in Alberta. The resort is situated in the Kananaskis Range, which is a subrange of the Canadian Rockies. The highest peak in the Kananaskis Range is Mount Allan, which has an elevation of 2,702 meters (8,865 feet).

The ski runs at Nakiska Ski Resort offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains, including Mount Allan and the nearby Opal Range. The terrain at Nakiska includes a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced runs, making it a popular destination for skiers of all skill levels.