With a healthy dose of snow on the ground, it’s officially ski season in Edmonton. Sure, heading to the Rockies may be the preferred location for skiing, but when time’s a constraint, there are some great ski options right here in the city.  Most locations offer online reservations for lift tickets so be sure to check availability before you go!


Edmonton Ski Club

Edmonton Ski Club is now open for the 2023-24 season. Featuring a bunny hill for beginners up to a Black Diamond run and even a Terrain Park, there’s something for everyone. Not interested in skiing? Check out their snow tube hill! Plus, the view of the downtown skyline from the top of the hill on the south side of the North Saskatchewan River is one of the best in the city!

Regular Season Hours of Operation:
Monday & Tuesday:
Wednesday – Friday: 10 am – 9 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Lessons Available: Yes
Address: 9613 96 Avenue, Edmonton
Website: www.edmontonskiclub.com


Rabbit Hill

You’ll find Rabbit Hill Snow Resort just south of Edmonton in Leduc County. There are 4 beginner routes, 2 intermediate routes, and an advanced route along with several terrain parks and even a skill development area. Rabbit Hill even offers adaptive snowsport options including instruction for cognitively disabled, learning disabled, visually impaired, and hearing impaired.

Regular Season Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 9:30 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
*See the website for Holiday Hours and School PD Day hours
Lessons Available: Yes
Address: 20715 57 Avenue SW, Edmonton
Website: www.rabbithill.com


Snow Valley

Snow Valley is conveniently located in Southwest Edmonton with 8 runs. Looking to practice tricks and skills? There are two terrain parks at Snow Valley — Beginner Park and Main Park.

Regular Season Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
*See the website for Holiday Hours and School PD Day hours
Lessons Available: Yes
Address:
13204 Rainbow Valley Road, Edmonton
Website: www.snowvalley.ca


Sunridge Ski Area

Just across the river from Rundle Park, nestled in the Strathcona Science Park you will find the Sunridge Ski Area. With 12 runs and 3 terrain parks, you and your crew will have no shortage of fun. Additionally, you can experience the exhilaration of snow tubing.

Regular Season Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 9:30 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
*See the website for Holiday Hours and School PD Day hours
Lessons Available: Yes
Address: 10980 17 Street, Edmonton
Website: www.sunridgeskiarea.com