Marmot Basin Ski Resort Guide
Marmot Basin, Canada
Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)
Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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Total Piste Length | 65km |
Highest Lift | 2,600m |
Resort Height | 1,700m |
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Marmot Basin
The ski area of Marmot Basin is in the Canadian Rockies at an altitude of 1,700m, with 65km of marked runs.
Summary
Marmot Basin has direct access to 65km of downhill skiing, with 75 marked pistes, served by a total of 8 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 1,700m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,600m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Marmot Basin is highly rated by Snowboarders and there are a variety of Snow and Terrain Parks in Marmot Basin.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Charlie's Bowl, #50, 0.5km'.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Marmot Basin?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Marmot Basin.
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Ski Area Stats
Marmot Basin Ski Area
Black Pistes Expert Trails | 54 | 30km |
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Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 19 | 15km |
Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 13 | 20km |
Downhill Total Length | 65km | |
Cross Country Total Length | 300km | |
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 8 |
Altitudes & Slopes
Marmot Basin Ski Area Heights
Highest Lift | 2,600m |
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Lowest Piste | 1,700m |
Resort Altitude (Marmot Basin) | 1,700m |
Max Vertical | 900m |
Ski Slope Aspects
NE, SE
Marmot Basin has ski slopes facing both north and south, offering both sunny and sheltered skiing.
Ratings & Suitability
Expert Skiers | |
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Intermediate Skiers | |
Beginners | |
Snowboarding | |
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Apres-Ski |
Ski Lessons in Marmot Basin
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Marmot Basin Ski Schools and Marmot Basin Ski Instructors.
Location and Map
Where is Marmot Basin?
This ski resort is in the Canadian Rockies in Jasper, Alberta.
Map
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How to get there
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The eight ski lifts are able to uplift 10,080 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, with 1 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Marmot Basin open?
Opened (since 15 November 2024).
Usual opening is early November, and usual closing is Early May.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.