Photo: Qyd / CC BY-SA 2.5About Nakiska Ski Area
Nakiska Ski Area is a ski resort in Alberta, Canada. It offers 2,412 feet of vertical drop, 1,021 skiable acres, 71 marked runs, served by 6 lifts, with an average of about 98" of snow a year. Kananaskis ski area with 1,021 acres, 2,412 feet of vertical, extensive snowmaking and an intermediate-heavy terrain mix.
Why Visit Nakiska Ski Area?
- 71 runs with 2,411ft of vertical drop
- Average annual snowfall of 98"
- 1,021 skiable acres with terrain for all ability levels
- 6 lifts including chairlift, surface
Where to Stay
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Mountain Statistics
7,415ft
Summit Elevation
2,260m
5,003ft
Base Elevation
1,525m
2,411ft
Vertical Drop
735m
1,021 acres
Skiable Area
413.18 ha
71
Total Runs
2.1mi
Longest Run
3.3km
6
Lifts
98"
Avg. Snowfall
249cm annually
How Nakiska Ski Area compares
Terrain Breakdown
13%
59%
28%
●Beginner
13% of trails
■Intermediate
59% of trails
◆Advanced / Expert
28% of trails
Trail Map
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Season & Operating Hours
Last season (2025–26)
Opening DayNovember 28, 2025
Closing DayApril 12, 2026
Status Closed for the season
This season’s dates are set by the resort — check its official site for opening day.
Getting to Nakiska Ski Area
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Nakiska Ski Area is in Alberta, Canada. Tap the button below for turn-by-turn directions from where you are.
Get DirectionsGPS Coordinates
Latitude50.9428
Longitude-115.1531
RegionAlberta, Canada
Lift Tickets
The rest of your Nakiska Ski Area trip — for lodging, see Where to Stay above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Opening and closing dates are set by the resort each season, so check its official site for this year's dates. Nakiska Ski Area averages 98" of snowfall a year.
Nakiska Ski Area rates 13% of its terrain as beginner, across 71 marked runs. Check the resort's site for its ski school and learning areas.
Nakiska Ski Area averages 98" of snowfall a season, with a summit elevation of 7,415 ft.
Nakiska Ski Area is located in Alberta, Canada. Use the "Get Directions" button at the top of this page for turn-by-turn directions from where you are. GPS coordinates: 50.9428, -115.1531.
The Where to Stay section near the top of this page shows live prices for hotels, condos and vacation rentals around Nakiska Ski Area, plus any places we've researched.
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