Mount Norquay

　　Mount Norquay is located northwest of Banff town in Alberta, Canada, about a 10-minute drive away, separated from Cascade Mountain by Forty Mile Creek. The mountain is covered with towering ancient trees, making it a popular summer retreat. A gondola takes visitors directly to the summit at an elevation of 2,133 meters, offering panoramic views of the town of Banff and the surrounding scenic landscapes. Near the parking area at the base, there are two trails heading east: the upper one leads to the Cascade Amphitheatre, while the lower one goes to Stoney Squaw.

　　When winter arrives, Mount Norquay transforms into one of the three major ski resorts in Banff National Park — the Mount Norquay Ski Resort. The ski season here typically runs from early December to mid-April. The resort offers a variety of services and facilities, including five chairlifts (three quad lifts) and 28 ski runs, with a vertical drop of 503 meters and an annual snowfall of 243 centimeters. It also features a unique pay-per-time skiing system, a floodlit night terrain park, and night skiing every Friday starting in January.

　　Mount Norquay Must-visit reason: One of the main ski resorts in Banff Town Continent: North America Country/Region: Canada Province/State: Alberta