Long Lake Ski Area

Where lift lines are short and smiles are contagious! Located only 10 minutes south of Boyle, AB, the Long Lake Ski Area boasts awesome natural snow and a great family atmosphere. It runs 1 T-bar, 1 tow rope and the majority of its 14 runs are tailored towards intermediate skiers and snowboarders. This resort caters mostly to families and those learning to ski or board but also hosts school programs during the week and the “Crazy Moose” programs on the weekends.

What you may not know about Long Lake Ski Area

They have a terrain park! The terrain park here has beginner, intermediate and advanced level features and has enough material to keep you busy all day long. It even has an old canoe buried in the snow that you can hop onto!

You can also book private functions at the Long Lake Ski Area. If you want to run an event, host a staff party etc., call 1-866-576-2161 for more details.

Upcoming events at Long Lake Ski Area

February 11-15 is SNOWFEST!

Feb 11th – Snow Critter building contest
Feb 12th – Crazy Cardboard Sled Races (only cardboard, tape and paint are allowed to build
your sled)
Feb 13th – Fanta-Ski costume contest and Fun Races
Feb 14th – Snow Church @ 9am and Sweetheart Ski (2 for 1 lifts, $1 from every lift ticket
goes to the Haiti Relief Fundraiser)
Feb 15th – Family Ski Day & Pancake Breakfast

For more details on SNOW FEST at Long Lake Ski Area call 1-866-576-2161 or visit the website at www.skilonglake.com

Top 5 reasons to visit Long Lake Ski Area

1. Natural Snow

The Long Lake Ski Area does have snowmaking capabilities but they often refrain from making too much in order to provide a more natural feel. The snow quality here is remarkable, you can feel the softness of the snow and you can actually feel the simplicity of getting in and out of your turns.

2. Atmosphere

This ski area is like its own little community. Everyone is super friendly and the overall morale of guests that come here is very high. It is a great place for parents to drop off their kids for the day and know they are in a good and safe environment.

3. No crowds

Even though Long Lake does get a significant amount of skiers and boarders on a regular basis, there are rarely line ups for the lifts, cafeteria or rental shop. Since there are no large cities in the immediate vicinity, Long Lake does not get unbearable amounts of guests which makes it even more special for those who frequent the resort.

4. Amenities/Facilities

The Long Lake Ski Area has everything you need for an all day mountain experience. They have a large chalet, a full rental shop and a cafeteria with an elaborate menu. If you get a chance to head out to this hill, be sure to get a BLT for lunch, it’s amazing! Right next to the ski hill there is also a spot for those who might want to go sledding and tobogganing rather than strapping on the skis. All in all it is a great family environment with plenty of activities to keep you entertained. Click here for more info on Long Lake.

5. Terrain Park

The terrain park at Long Lake is awesome for skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities. It features all kinds of jumps and rails and it even has a canoe buried in the snow! It is a hot commodity right now at the mountain as many riders go back and forth from the lift to the park all day long.

Congratulations to Aimee Livingston who was our Go Big! Contest winner and took home a pair of lift tickets to Long Lake Ski Area. Also a big thanks to the Waskatenau Motel for providing my accommodations during my visit to Long Lake Ski Area.

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